Have you reached a point in your life where something just does not feel quite right in your world? You feel tired and may be a little out of sorts, yet there is nothing medically wrong with you. Quite simply put, something in your world just feels off, almost as if there is something missing… Read more »
The low impact benefits of Tai Chi classes In Portland
What many people do not realize is that because of the the low impact benefits of Tai Chi, Tai Chi is the most commonly practiced exercise in the world. Millions of people practice this ancient Chinese martial art to improve their overall physical and mental health. No longer is the practice of Tai Chi Chuan… Read more »
Portland BJJ Technique: The Triangle Choke From the Guard
The Triangle Choke form the Guard. One of the beautiful aspects of BJJ techniques is that it does not have to feel comfortable right away the first time you perform a technique, but as you get better at applying it you start to realize why you were practicing in the first place. One of the… Read more »
Can Tai Chi Prevent the Flu?
Tai Chi and staying Healthy. Can Tai Chi prevent the Flu? Every winter we deal with the flu bug, it comes in many guises and despite the fact that many of us go in for our annual flu shot, a large percentage of us can count on losing time from work due to the flu…. Read more »
The Benefits of Offering Tai Chi to Your Employees
Offering Tai Chi to your Employees. The average workplace has become a very stressful environment in the never ending quest for more productivity during the same number of work hours or in many cases fewer hours. As your employees struggle to adapt to these ever increasing demands and for the most part succeed at adapting… Read more »
Tai Chi Fighting
Tai Chi Fighting – The not so lost art Dismissing Tai Chi as a form of self defense is a common mistake. The slow, meditative movements don’t show brutal power or speed and the deep calm of the practitioner doesn’t convey fierceness to most. Really, that image should be fine for those that train in… Read more »
Quote for the Week!
Happy Friday! Come in and “suffer” with us during one of our weekend classes! Don’t Quit.
Great Meditation Techniques
Fundamental Meditation Techniques A basic sitting practice can help to reduce stress, regulate high blood pressure, help to overcome depression, increase your focus and the list goes on and on. In this lesson we will cover basic posture, breath, intent and a guide to start a meditation practice. The meditation techniques are to be used… Read more »