SMILE KaiMai Program (SMILE Program) is a clinically researched mind-body exercise program, one of the very few mind-body exercise therapies that has demonstrated improvements in a range of health indicators, including anxiety, depression, stress, sleep quality, body weight, blood glucose, muscle strength, physical function, and quality of life. It is regarded as an innovative approach to chronic disease prevention and health management.
Its clinical outcomes are due to several key features:
- The program integrates elements of Tai Chi, Qigong, dance, resistance training, and other movement practices. It draws on both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western medical theories while incorporating findings from contemporary exercise and health research.
- It includes lying, seated, standing, walking, and running exercises that are simple, practical, and adaptable to daily life, making regular practice accessible to a wide range of participants.
- Participants are encouraged to develop body awareness, reduce stress, and cultivate a sense of wellbeing, supporting long-term health benefits.
SMILE KaiMai courses have received positive feedback from participants in multiple countries. The program has also been offered as a university-wide elective at the prestigious Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, where it has been highly rated by students.
Detailed introduction to SMILE KaiMai Program Workshop in English and Chinese (PDF format).
About Professor Liu Xin
Professor Liu was awarded his PhD at The University of Queensland Australia (UQ). He is a Professor / Senior Research Scientist at the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and The University of Queensland and the President of the International Institute for Mind-Body Health.
Click here for a full CV in English and Chinese (PDF format).
SMILE KaiMai Workshops
at Malee’s School of Tai Chi & Kung Fu
249 Broad Street, Manchester, CT
(about 5 minutes from the competition venue)
Sunday, November 8, 2026
2 to 5 pm
This introductory workshop will provide participants with the opportunity to learn and experience selected SMILE KaiMai techniques and explore ways to incorporate them into daily life to support health and wellbeing.
The workshop will be taught by the program’s founder, Professor Dr. Liu Xin, an internationally recognized expert in mind-body movement therapy. Space is limited and registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Join us to experience the SMILE Program and discover practical tools for improving health and wellbeing.
The 3-hour session is $150. You can pre-register, or pay on the day of the workshop.