Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art, meditation and health practice based on the Taoist principles of balance and harmony.
Tai Chi is a multi-dimensional discipline of mind, body, and spirit. As a martial art, it is the most sophisticated and takes the longest to master. As a health practice, it has numerous benefits that have been documented in medical studies worldwide. Often described as moving meditation, Tai Chi teaches how to ground, center and balance our energies for healing or self defense.
BENEFITS
Lowers blood pressure
Increases energy
Improves respiration & circulation
Increases mobility
Relaxation
Improves memory
Strengthens balance
Improves posture
Self defense
I teach the Yang Style long form of Tai Chi Chuan. My emphasis is on correct posture and alignment, rooting, sinking and relaxation. I address the martial art application as a way to clarify the movements and to give further meaning to the form. This helps prepare the student for further study in the practice of push hands and helps one to remember the pattern and sequence.
My philosophy as a teacher is:
"Honor the work, nurture the student and strengthen the community. Give people something useful and they will return, teach them well, and respect will grow."
Ron NaVarre
