Tai Chi Chuan

Tai Chi has long been recognized as an excellent system of stress reduction and health maintenance. The slow meditative movements of the Tai Chi form combined with deep tranquil breathing create a sense of centered well-being that helps reduce stress, increase balance, and relax body and mind.
Tai Chi is suitable for anyone regardless of age or physical condition. The movements are relaxing and easy to do. Tai Chi can be practiced anywhere, at any time. No special clothing or equipment are required.
Tai Chi is becoming increasingly popular in this country and is for many people an important part of daily life, helping them to stay calm and relaxed in the hectic pace of today's society. Daily practice helps to keep both the body and mind clear and free flowing. For martial artists Tai Chi is an excellent method for developing coordinated body mechanics which lead to vastly increased speed and power.

The Inner Structure of Tai Chi Chi Kung I by Mantak Chia - Some extractions

Chi Kung (also sometimes spelled Qi Gong) consists of a vast and varied array of techniques. Many have specific health functions while others are aimed at general health and well being. All have in common the coordination of mind, body, breath, and the flow of internal energy using small movements or postures similar to yoga, or larger movements as in Tai Chi.
These exercise relax the entire body, increase flexibility, loosen the joints and help reduce stress in daily life. The class also works on movements that eliminate neck and shoulder tension and greatly benefit the back and spine. This class helps Tai Chi students develop some of the basic principles in the Tai Chi form. The class is also for people who do not have time to invest in learning and practicing the Tai Chi form but would like to gain some of the many benefits from this practice.
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