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Dr. Tan’s Legacy Of Learning
Dr. Richard Tan's greatest wish was that every acupuncturist be empowered to relieve patients of their pain instantly and effectively. Although he is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through his direct students who continue teaching the authentic Balance Method worldwide.
This directory connects you with verified training providers who studied directly under Dr. Tan. Whether you prefer hands-on workshops or flexible online learning, explore the options below to find the right path for your education.
Important: We do not organize classes ourselves but connect you with authentic Balance Method educators. Visit each school's website for current schedules and registration.
Training Providers
All instructors listed below trained directly under Dr. Richard Tan, ensuring authentic Balance Method education. Some served as his closest disciples and co-teachers, while others achieved his prestigious 'Gold Level' certification.
(Institutes are listed in alphabetical order)
Dr. Han School of Acupuncture
Led by: Dr. Eileen Yue-Ling Han, PhD, LAC
Dr. Eileen Yue-Ling Han was one of Dr. Tan's closest disciples and co-teachers, working alongside him for over 20 years and assisting at more than 350 seminars worldwide. She was personally designated by Dr. Tan to continue his life's work and methodology.
Dr. Han was one of the original co-founders of Si Yuan and later established The Academy of Acupuncture, now the Dr. Han School of Acupuncture. She is the author of The Power of the Points, the gold standard reference for Balance Method point selection.
Training locations:
🇺🇸 United States
🇦🇺 Australia
🌏 Asia
Si Yuan Balance Method
Led by: Led by Dr. Delphine Armand, DVM, LAC
Si Yuan was originally established by Dr. Tan's three closest disciples: Dr. Delphine Armand, Dr. Eileen Han, and Dr. Paul Wang. After successful collaboration, the organization evolved, and Si Yuan now continues under the leadership of Dr. Delphine Armand.
Dr. Armand worked as one of Dr. Tan's closest collaborators for nearly ten years, assisting him at international conferences and training courses across America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. She organized his worldwide training courses and oversaw French translations of his works.
Training locations:
🇪🇺 Europe (primary focus)
🗣️ Multiple languages available
Tan Academy of Balance
Led by: Led by Dr. Sonia F. Tan, DAOM, RAc
Dr. Sonia F. Tan achieved Dr. Richard Tan's prestigious 'Gold Level' certification, reserved for his most accomplished students. As founder of the Tan Academy of Balance Inc. in Canada, she continues his legacy by teaching worldwide.
She is the author of The Foundations of Balance Acupuncture, widely regarded as the most user-friendly Balance Method manual available.
Training location:
🇨🇦 Canada (primary focus)
eLotus - Original Dr. Tan Recordings
Learn directly from Dr. Richard Tan (archived lectures)
For those who wish to learn from the Master himself, eLotus offers a timeless connection to the source. Through extensive video recordings, you can virtually step into Dr. Tan's classroom and witness his unique teaching style, sharp wit, and the clarity with which he explained his theories.
Training format:
🌐 Online (worldwide access)
Self-paced video library
Find the Right Trainging For You
🇺🇸 United States → Dr. Han School of Acupuncture (in-person & online)
🇨🇦 Canada → Tan Academy of Balance (in-person & online)
🇪🇺 Europe → Si Yuan Balance Method (in-person & online)
🌏 Asia & Australia → Dr. Han School of Acupuncture (in-person & online)
💻 Online only (worldwide) → eLotus - Original Dr. Tan Recordings
🗣️ Multiple languages → Si Yuan Balance Method
Looking for study materials to complement your training?
The Balance Method Notebook by Laurence Meyfroodt is the perfect companion to any course - created by a direct student of Delphine Armand. Browse our complete Balance Method book collection for more essential reading.
Ready To Start Your Training?
Visit the training provider websites above to view current schedules, course details, and registration information. Each school maintains their own calendar of upcoming classes and workshops.
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