Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong 

In Chinese philosophy and medicine there exists the concept of 'chi', a vital force that animates the body. One of the avowed aims of Tai Chi and Qigong is to foster the circulation of this 'chi' within the body. The belief being that by doing so the health and vitality of the person are enhanced. This 'chi' circulates in patterns that are close related to the nervous and vascular system and thus the notion is closely connected with that of the practice of acupuncture and other oriental healing arts. Another aim of practice is to foster a calm and tranquil mind, focused on the precise execution of these exercises. Learning to do them correctly provides a practical avenue for learning about such things as balance, alignment, fine-scale motor control, rhythm of movement, the genesis of movement from the body's vital center, and so on. Thus the practice of Tai Chi and Qigong can in some measure, contributes to being able to better stand, walk, move, run, etc. in other spheres of life as well. Furthermore the meditative nature of the exercises is calming and relaxing in and of itself.

What are the benefits? 

• Relieve Stress, Remove Toxins
• Balance your Body, Mind & Spirit
• Address Health Issues
• Rejuvenate Your Energy
• Achieve Health, Healing and Longevity
• Relaxation and reduction of stress.
• Prevent illness and improves immune system.
• Improves balance and coordination.
• Develop mental and physical focus.

The Chinese culture has used Tai Chi and Chi Gong for centuries to maintain a healthy body and calm mind. Many in western cultures who have learned these practices have noted similar beneficial effects.  In terms of treating chronic disease, Chinese medicine teaches that Tai Chi and Chi Gong beneficially stimulate all organ systems, helping to prevent or treat disease.

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Where Do I Start?
 

We have three levels of training for those who wish to study and benefit from the practice of Qigong and Tai Chi Chuan.  If you have no experience in Tai Chi Chuan or martial arts, we suggest you start with our Basic Level I Program.

Level I Qigong Program includes the foundation of training and is a prerequisite for learning Tai Chi.  You will learn basic breathing techniques, postures and exercises such as the Small Circuit Qigong set.

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Level II Tai Chi Chuan Program includes continuing your study of Qigong along with  learning Tai Chi Chuan.  You start with learning the basic postures and movements, then progress into the forms.  We start you with the Yang style 1st Section of the traditional pattern and progress into the form as students are capable.  Click here for more information.  

Level III Taoist Inner Alchemy Program  "Ancient Wisdom for a Modern Age"  This program is for students who wish to delve deeper into true health, healing and longevity.

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