Internal Martial Arts

Taiji & QiGong

What is Taiji?
Taiji (pronounced tie-jee) is a category of Qigong & traditionally a Chinese style of self-defense. It combines relaxed, integrated slow movement, focused awareness, breathing, and internal vital energy (Qi) to improve one's balance, flexibility, & promote health and wellness. Taiji Is an excellent form of exercise for mature adults, although it can be practiced at any age, any place, and at anytime.

All Traditional Chinese Medicine, including Qigong & Taiji, is based on the principle that good health results from the balance of Qi flow, a concept of Yin & Yang. An imbalance or obstruction of this flow results in health problems. Emphasis of correct body posture, alignment, relaxation, and slow coordinated body movements with breath work help maintain a balanced, unblocked flow of energy. By regulating the internal energies, the body's organic functions are brought into balance. To try these fascinating arts, inquire about our on-going classes! 
What is QiGong?
QiGong (Chi Kung), or "energy exercise" is a holistic healing art and important branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine .It involves different methods of breathing, posture, meditation, movement, and intent or will. In practicing Qigong, one learns to feel and work with "Qi"(chee) or the vital life energy, in order to provide good health, extend longevity, and harmonize the mind, body, and spirit. It fortifies overall health, enhances mental clarity, strengthens the immune system, and revitalizes the body. It should be practiced daily. Please inquire about our classes! 

BaGua & Xing Yi

What is BaGua Zhang?
BaGua is another internal style symbolized by brisk movements and "circle walking." In Pa-Kua, the student circles constantly. Postures are mind-boggling and complex, and the entire performance must look, to the uninitated, completely daft. In BaGua, one moves in circles to avoid direct confrontation, thereby permitting one to deflect and overturn 1,000 pounds of force with less than one pound. 
What is Xing Yi Chuan?
Xing Yi (shing-yee) is a very effective martial art with movements based on the five elements and 12 animals. The elements are metal, wood, fire, water and earth, and the animals are horse, monkey, tiger, bear, leopard, swallow, cockerel, capercaillie, dragon, snake, water skimmer (insect) and hawk respectively. Xing Yi employs direct sequences of fast attacks through a combination of unique footwork and relaxation followed by explosive movement. 
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