I n recent years there has been a lot of information forthcoming regarding Tai Chi health benefits, some of which may seem to be far too good to be true. However, before you decide that you already have a good idea that Tai Chi is like any other martial art in that by practicing it… Read more »
Keanu Reeves is releasing his directorial debut next week titled Man of Tai Chi, and I’m interested in seeing how Mr. Reeves will portray our soft and subtle martial art through such a contrary medium. The trailer promises a typical Hollywood extravaganza, with super-extraordinary circumstances, breathtakingly exotic settings, and mind-boggling martial art routines. While there… Read more »
A little about me and this tai chi blog For almost 20 years now, I’ve been in love with practicing martial arts. At first, I saw it as an interesting way to get in shape—the movements are varied, active, and practical. But, I quickly discovered that it is also rich in art, culture, and philosophy…. Read more »
Let’s start by briefly looking at a description of both Tai Chi and Qigong. Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art that involves the use of breathing exercises, physical movement and meditation. Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that is designed to cultivate your Qi or natural energy that the Chinese believe flows in… Read more »
Tai Chi Principles, Are they Important? For those who are interested in the studying and practicing Tai Chi, you will find that there is much to learn. While you will undoubtedly find that the numerous forms and movements that this ancient martial art from China requires to an important part of learning this particular art,… Read more »
Tai Chi History It is said that Tai Chi History dates back to the 10th century AD in China. At the same time you will find that several of the styles taught today only date back as far as the beginning of the 20th century. But for our purposes we are going to look at the earliest… Read more »
The Tai Chi Philosophy To those who truly practice Tai Chi in its original form, they will tell you that the practice of this ancient Chinese martial art and that Tai Chi philosophy is based on the principles and philosophy of Taoism. However, there is more to it than that as you might surmise by… Read more »
Tai Chi Masters How do you know when you have become a Tai Chi Master? Do you become one simply because you have spent a prerequisite number of hours attending classes in a Dojo that have been taught by someone who has already become a recognized Master? Perhaps there is a test you need to… Read more »
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