Taijiquan (Tai Chi Quan)
Fluid Spiral Movements
Tai Chi originates from the Chinese martial arts. It has evolved into a true wellness system combining fluid spiral movements, refined breathing techniques, meditation and traditional Chinese medical theory, with martial arts applications. The practice of this art will enhance the quality fo your life by leaving you refreshed and stress free. Tai Chi can also be safely practiced at any age. The following are the systems of Tai Chi being taught.
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Yang Tai Chi
Beautiful Style
Yang-style Tai Chi is the most popular form in the world, with millions of practitioners. Since the Yang family popularized Tai Chi during the 1800s, the form has been passed down from teacher to student in an oral tradition, resulting in a wide variety in the way the form is practiced
Chen Tai Chi
Dynamic Style
A dynamic style of Tai Chi that is famous for its spiraling power and deep stances as well as martial arts applications. The Chen family-style (陳家、陳氏 or 陳式 太極拳) is the oldest and parent form of the five traditional family styles of Tai chi. Chen-style is characterized by Silk reeling (chán sī jìn; 纏絲勁), alternating fast/slow motion and bursts of power (fa jin; 發勁).
