Tai Chi (Beginner)
Description: Perhaps the most distinctive characteristic of the ancient Chinese martial art, t'ai chi ch'uan, is its slow-moving system of functional training movements, which eventually developed into sets of family forms that were vigorously practiced and passed down through the generations. Today, in America, it is mostly recognized for its graceful motion, healthful benefits, and meditative mind quality. An ideal exercise helpful for all ages, it promotes proper alignment, balance, mental focus, agility, coordination, and stamina. By paying close attention to our movement patterns and correcting our habitual mistakes in alignment and energy flow, we can integrate the basic principles into our everyday lives. Because t'ai chi practice requires dedication to reap the fullest benefits, beginners are encouraged to attend regularly. This introductory series of classes will be taught progressively with a focus on the details and correct execution of the Yang Long Form (Part One) as taught by Yang Cheng-fu.
Class taught by: Maureen
Next Class: 12/03/2009 12:00PM-1:00PM: Helen Newman Hall Classroom - with a cap of 30