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Founded in 1992, the Association for Traditional Studies is a 501c3 not for profit dedicated to bringing eastern traditions of medicine & mindfulness to the modern world. Working with a network of individuals & organizations, ATS believes the solutions to many of the challenges we face today can be found in the paths of wisdom developed long ago. Through lectures, publications, symposiums, online and in person seminars, Chinese medicine clinics, sustainable farming of medicinal herbs, and providing community spaces, we are dedicated to shifting the world one individual at a time.

PUTTING OUR MISSION INTO ACTION

The Work We Do & the Organizations Involved with ATS

THE ALTERNATIVE CLINIC

The Alternative Clinic showcases just how effective traditional treatment methods such as acupuncture & herbal medicine can be by providing a tangible, effective alternative for patients seeking to avoid unnecessary surgeries and medications, as well as treat conditions western medicine has no help for.

ONLINE LEARNING

Modern isn't bad, but it does need to be harnessed responsibly. Online learning is one of the greatest outreach gifts ATS has ever been given, & we have embraced it fully. We offer one of the most robust learning programs out there for the eastern arts–always ensuring what is there is worth learning.

IN PERSON SEMINARS

The backbone of our mission is education. Teaching seminars around the world in Chinese medicine, health cultivation practices, creating advanced training opportunities & supporting the next generation of educators is what ATS was built to do since 1992.

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COMMUNITY CENTER

Asia House 828 is our community learning center in Asheville, North Carolina. Featuring health and wellness classes, evening lectures, yoga, taiji, meditation & much more. A place for the community to gather is the first step in building a more mindful community.

MEDICINAL HERB FARM

Beyond Organic is what agriculture needs to be. Growing medicinal herbs & tea, along with traditional garden crops, Appalasia Farm showcases natural farming methods and how to bring them to market to encourage small scale farming and land preservation.

SISTER ORGANIZATIONS

Since 1992, ATS has trained & inspired many lives through its work. Whether in England, Switzerland, Germany, across the USA or just about anywhere, you can find people who have modeled their work after our mission & are busy changing their communities one individual at a time.