Practices

Taiji Chuan / Tijiquan

Taiji is well known for its ability to improve or even cure many illnesses, notably problems of the stomach, lungs, heart, kidneys, high blood pressure, arthritis, and many others. Once you understand the principles of Taiji and begin training you will understand how this happens.

Taiji Chuan can relax the body, calm the mind, and provide a better understanding of life and nature.

Taiji Chuan was developed from Martial Arts, but the main reason for the popularity of Taiji Chuan is not its martial potential, but rather its ability to improve health. Taiji Chuan enables the practitioner to reach a higher level of body relaxation, calmness, and peace of mind. Most importantly, TTaiji Chuan improves the internal QI circulation, which is the key to maintaining health and curing many illnesses.

Throughout the class you will find answers to the questions:

• Do you know why Taiji Chuan means "Fist of the Mind"?
• What is "Taiji" and what is "Chuan"?
• There is Taiji sword, Taiji Ball, Taiji Chin Na, and others....... so what does Taiji really mean?
• Is Taiji Chuan a Martial Art, how are the movements related to the Martial Arts, and what is the application?
• How old is Taiji Chuan?
• Is practicing Taiji Chuan good for my health and mind?
• Have you ever used Normal Abdominal Breathing or Reverse Abdominal Breathing when you practice, why, and what is the intention?

There are so many questions to ask. If you have pondered these questions when you practice or have never practiced Taiji Chuan, our classes and workshops will answer all of your questions and take you deeper into your practice. We know that learning a practice through proper mirroring or imitating the right teacher’s instruction is an important stage. Find a good source from whom to learn, build a strong understanding, and practice as much as possible. Join us if you are not afraid to open your mind and connect with your body.

Recommend reading:
*Taiji Chuan Classical Yang Style (revised) By Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
*Essence of Taiji Qigong by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming www.ymaa.com