wHAT IS TAI cHI & qI-gONG?
WHY SHOULD YOU TRY IT?
For Health & Fitness
One of the main things that people always say to me is that they just don't have time; the modern-day short form of Tai Chi allows anyone who has a tight schedule to enjoy the benefits and practice of great art.
The beauty of learning the short form is that you can practice this any time, anywhere without the need for a massive practice area. The Chi circulation and breathing exercises can be done both seated and standing.
One of the main things that people always say to me is that they just don't have time; the modern-day short form of Tai Chi allows anyone who has a tight schedule to enjoy the benefits and practice of great art.
The beauty of learning the short form is that you can practice this any time, anywhere without the need for a massive practice area. The Chi circulation and breathing exercises can be done both seated and standing.
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What is Tai Chi?
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art renowned for its health benefits, originally taken from the fighting style. This was then broken down into a slow-moving routine. It is now focused on the health benefits of carrying out a routine of movements that keep joints supple and overtime strengthening the body. What is Qi-Gong? Qigong (pronounced chee-gong) is an ancient practice, originated in China about seven thousand years ago. This was for the cultivation of Qi (Chi) or vital energy. Qi/Chi, as in Qigong/Chi Kung, which literally means "life energy". Is the animating power that permeates the universe and all living things: no life could exist without it. Also, Qi/Chi has the power to heal the body and mind |
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Tai Chi can develop:
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Throughout history, Tai Chi has been used by Chinese scholars, monks, sages, artists, intellectuals, emperors and their imperial guards, princes and commoners, because of its extraordinary versatility and proven effectiveness.
Whilst drawing from all the strands of Chinese spiritual and philosophical thought, Tai Chi is not tied to any religion or dogma, but is available to any interested student. Practitioners of yoga, dance or other martial arts often find that the internal and flowing approach of Tai Chi perfectly complements their own training. |
Class Content
Our sessions have a mixture of warm-up and breathing exercises, Tai Chi Form, Chi Kung & Qigong. The main focus of the class is the Yang Style Short Form & Yang Style Long For which are series of postures and movements. Which help to create balance and flexibility of mind and body.
What is Form Work?
The Tai Chi forms are sequences of flowing movements, generally lasting between five and twenty minutes.
Students first learn the Yang style 10-step Short Form, we do this to form the basis of the beginners Tai Chi, providing a strong foundation for learning other forms such as the 16 step, 24 step and then the 108 Long Form in later class.
What is Qi-Gong?
Our students learn a variety of easy but highly effective Qigong exercises, Breathing, 7 Chi Circulation, 5 wu-chi as well as standing meditation. The combination of all, contribute to improving health and developing awareness of the body energy.
Our sessions have a mixture of warm-up and breathing exercises, Tai Chi Form, Chi Kung & Qigong. The main focus of the class is the Yang Style Short Form & Yang Style Long For which are series of postures and movements. Which help to create balance and flexibility of mind and body.
What is Form Work?
The Tai Chi forms are sequences of flowing movements, generally lasting between five and twenty minutes.
Students first learn the Yang style 10-step Short Form, we do this to form the basis of the beginners Tai Chi, providing a strong foundation for learning other forms such as the 16 step, 24 step and then the 108 Long Form in later class.
What is Qi-Gong?
Our students learn a variety of easy but highly effective Qigong exercises, Breathing, 7 Chi Circulation, 5 wu-chi as well as standing meditation. The combination of all, contribute to improving health and developing awareness of the body energy.
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Any Tai Chi would be incomplete if it didn't cover the broader range of exercises and disciplines around the form. In class we also cover:
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Warm-up, Conditioning, Basic stepping and Stance:
Warm-up and conditioning, basic stepping exercises, including Tai Chi Walking, and the basics of stance and body mechanics. These give a complete picture to give a well-rounded and satisfying introduction to Tai Chi. Advanced Training: Students studying with Ajc-TaiChi & Qigong Health-Fitness Ltd, can progress their training through workshops and other classes. |
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