TAI CHI
Tai Chi is an unique system of exercise that may be practiced by anyone. It is non-strenuous, relaxing and graceful. Tai Chi benefits the student by promoting better metabolism. Soothing the central nervous system, Tai Chi promotes relaxation, improves blood circulation, and increases the flow of oxygen through slow, deep, and coordinated breathing. This massages the internal organs, promotes digestion, and eliminates stress through relaxation. It leads to more graceful, effortless movement in your everyday life.
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At American Karate we've noticed that Tai Chi has started attracting followers of all ages, and is really growing in popularity in the Senior communities. Tai Chi is Centuries old Martial Art that descends from Qi Gong, an ancient Chinese discipline is rooted deeply in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Tai Chi combines breathing and meditation techniques, it is often referred to as "Meditation in Motion" . There is growing evidence the mind-body practice of Tai Chi has much value in treating and preventing many health issues.
As you move, you breathe deeply and naturally, focusing your attention — as in some kinds of meditation — on your bodily sensations. Tai chi differs from other types of exercise in several respects. The movements are mainly circular in nature and is never forced, the muscles are relaxed rather than tensed, the joints are never fully extended or bent, and connective tissues are not stretched. Tai chi can be easily adapted for anyone, from the most fit to people confined to wheelchairs or recovering from surgery.
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"Tai Chi Chuan, the great ultimate, strengthens the weak, raises the sick, invigorates the debilitated, and encourages the timid. "
Cheng Man-Ch'ing
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What Days do you offer Tai Chi classes?We offer classes: Monday & Friday 1:00pm - 2:00pm Monday & Wedneday 7:00pm - 8:00pm Saturday 9:00am - 10:00am
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Do I need to wear uniform?No special equipment or uniform is required, though flat, cotton-soled shoes are highly recommended.
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Which tai chi form do you teach?Marc Shay teaches the tai chi chuan form developed and taught by Professor Cheng Man-Ch’ing. This form is easy to learn, enjoyable, and accessible to students at a whole range of levels of physical skill and ability. Our form is based on principles (softness, relaxation, straightness, centeredness) that are the source of tai chi’s health benefits
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How do I learn Tai Chi?Tai chi is practiced as a “form,” a well-defined sequence of movements that flows from one posture to the next according to underlying principles. The tai chi form is learned by practicing the movements and principles in class weekly and at home every day. In class teachers demonstrate the movements, and students practice them together as a group. The teachers give you hands-on adjustments to help you feel the best alignment for the movements and postures.
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How long does it take to learn the tai chi form?How long does it take to learn the tai chi form?It usually takes about 30 to 36 class hours to learn the basic movements, depending upon the schedule of your teaching location. The benefits of doing tai chi, though, can be felt immediately: Even with the first movements of the form, we begin to embody the principles of tai chi chuan! The Tai Chi Foundation (TCF) course curriculum doesn’t end with the basic movements. You can continue to study tai chi at deeper and more subtle levels, embodying its principles more completely, for your entire life.e follow these simple steps: