The title of a “teacher” or even a “master” or a “grandmaster” is not protected. Anyone can call him/herself “Qigong Master” or “Tai Chi Master” and open a school. So how to sift out the good ones? It is important to choose your teacher wisely. You should avoid hopping around […]
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Tips – Prepare your trial lesson A good preparation is half of the pie! For your way to the Tai Chi / Qigong trial lesson, we have assembled a few hints and some questions for you to chew on. Try to look behind the façade When going to trial lessons, you […]
How to learn Tai Chi? Questions and Answers for Beginners What to wear? – Tai Chi Clothing Your Tai Chi clothing should be comfortable and your shoes should be supportive, but light. Tai Chi Shoes Too much structure on the sole of the shoes may impede the turning in of […]
Modern society with its increased pace and consumerism makes multiple demands on every individual: Do well in your career while caring for your near and dear, but do not forget your self-development goals! Trivial questions as well as life choices fill our heads: How can I cope with the pressure […]
Variations of spelling: T’ai Chi Ch’uan and Taiji Quan. Taijiquan (traditional Chinese: 太極拳, modernized Chinese: 太极拳, pinyin: tàijíquán, Wade-Giles: t’ai chi ch’üan, pronunciation) is a Chinese internal martial art. It is commonly translated as Highest / Ultimate Fist or Supreme Ultimate Boxing and often simply referred to as “Taiji” or “Tai […]
From Biospirals to Tai Chi Xuan Chuan There are many forms of Chi Kung and Tai Chi just as there are many schools. What then is the difference between the Biospirals Method and Tai Chi Xuan Chuan in respect to other forms and stiles?Its name could also be “Synthesis”, since […]
The Biospirals Method created by Master Franco Mescola, Italy The Biospirals Method was born after in depth study of Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung. Through a series of meditations, breathing exercises and sequences based on the spiralling movements of energy in nature. The Biospirals Method strengthens the vital energy thus […]
The documentary The Professor: Tai Chi’s Journey West by Barry Strugatz/Ken van Sickle can be warmly recommended. Both Barry Strugatz and Ken van Sickle are themselves practitioners of Taijiquan, the latter being a master Student of Cheng Man Ching himself – their documentary view is thus one from the inside.The […]
Both Taiji and esoteric study have a deep effect on our actions, our character and our other pursuits in life. Taiji practice disciplines the body for mental control and presents opportunities to experience kinesthetically a “Pure Presence.” Taiji’s slow, precise movements are perhaps more conducive to meditation for a westerner […]
Discovering Tai Chi & Other Martial Arts in Bangkok Lumpini Park In the middle of Bangkok’s business district, surrounded by skyscrapers and a multi-laned network of main routes, sits Lumpini Park, the city’s best loved open space. Lacking the sterility and dearth of shade which characterises many of Asia’s parks, […]
A little beneath the surface of the Taiji Quan Classics Here you can find a translation of the Taijiquan Classics. Dr. Tao Ping Siang translated the Taijiquan Classics into English for his Western students. The first book, including the Chinese original texts, was published in Taiwan 1966. I had the […]
Warm up’s for Tai Chi and Qigong Warm up exercises for Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong from different teachers and systems. Loosening up exercises, stretching exercises and much more will be posted here regularly. Feel free to send your warm up exercises and we will include them here. Contact Youtube […]
Taiji Forum Meeting 8th- 10th of September 2017 Qigong – TCM – Calligraphy – Taijiquan – I Ching – Bagua The 2nd Taiji Forum Meeting took place from September, 8th to September, 10th 2017 in Hannover, Germany. Thanks to all participants and teachers! Yangsheng Meeting 2018 See our new website […]
In the work of tai chi chuan there are certain key aspects or qualities that should be trained to allow a fuller understanding of how the art works, both as a health exercise and more essentially, as an effective martial art. The starting point for learning tai chi chuan is […]
Five Faces of Tai Chi: When people only know of or focus on one aspect of a system, they commonly mistakenly think they are able to discern all there is to it. Tai chi chuan and the related art of ba gua chang are many things under one roof. Traditionally […]
Root on The Three Nails Rooting is everything. It is both base and foundation. It is one of the most important things in life. A good building must have a strong and firm base. A successful company needs a superior foundation. A healthy plant requires a healthy root. To achieve […]
An insight into how the practice of Tai Chi and Qigong has helped me deal with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Still Fighting The Battle By Shaun Foulds GULF VETERAN The Battle Begins I never really knew what to expect after leaving the Army after 10yrs service and serving in the […]
Adam Mizner recently appeared on the tai chi scene, predominantly via a few well-placed videos and links to websites containing minimal information other than video film. The films seemed to focus on push hands skills where his ‘opponent’ was bounced across the floor, often violently with what seemed to be […]
Whether you’re a long-term practitioner or new to the art, it can be helpful and informative to get a sense of what others get from their practice of tai chi or other Chinese Internal Arts. Some train for relaxation and stress reduction, some to train in martial arts whilst others […]
Whilst studying the Tai Chi Classics and texts the history, philosophy and practical aspects of tai chi chuan, and other such internal arts, can help to develop your understanding of these arts much can be gained from informal discussions, light-hearted views and talks with friends, peers and other players. Through […]