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Tai Chi & Qi Gong
What are Tai Chi and Qi Gong Tai Chi and Qi Gong are related ancient arts that can be used to develop one's Qi or Energy for improved health and increased longevity. Tai Chi and Qi Gong exercise the mind, not just the body. They are 'moving meditations' that increase strength from the inside out. Practitioners move with greater ease and efficiency, both mentally and physically. Tai Chi reduces blood pressure, improves immune function, improves oxygen utilization, increases bone density, increases knee and ankle strength and flexibility, and reduces levels of stress. Qi Gong is a means of improving and restoring health through gentle, soft movements and deep breathing. Qi Gong is a simple method for improving the quality and texture of your health and life! Our Teachers' Teachers Master Yun Xiang Tseng, fondly known as Chen, was trained from the age of six at Wudang Mountain in China becoming one of the youngest persons in China ever designated a Master. A Taoist priest who holds many honors in China, Master Chen has chosen to teach in America where he is known for simplifying ancient wisdom and instructing with great patience. People attending his training nationwide have benefited from this dedicated Taoist priest, healer and Master of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. For more information about Master Chen visit www.wudangtao.com. Dr. Xu is a Grandmaster of Tai Chi Chuan, originally from Shanghai, China. Dr. Xu has been very active promoting Tai Chi and its benefits to the Atlanta community. He is the author of a landmark study showing Tai Chi reduces the risk of falling in the elderly by more than 40%. Dr. Xu is the founder and president of the Atlanta Tai Chi Health and Research Association. Class Descriptions Beginner's Qi Gong - Beginner's Qi Gong introduces the participant to gentle movements that incorporate visualization and breath to support self-healing. Drawing from Dao Yin stretching and self-massage, Tai Chi Qi Gong 18 movements 1, Primordial Qi Gong and a variety of meditation practices, this course provides a gentle introduction to Qi Gong and provides tools for renovating your physical, mental and spiritual foundation. Tai Chi Qi Gong 18 Movements Part 1 - Currently being taught in our Saturday class, this is the most popular Qi Gong series practiced by millions of South Asians in China, Singapore, Thailand and Japan. The Tai Chi Qi Gong 18 Movements part 1 were developed in 1979 by Master Li Houshen at the Shanghai Hospital. They are suitable for practice by anyone. Originally developed for people convalescing from a variety of ailments, their popularity has spread widely as a regular regimen for health improvement and maintenance. This class series will set you on the path to improved health and well being! Introduces basic Taoist meditation, movement and energetic anatomy.
Qi Gong - Yang Shen - This powerful form is currently being taught in our Wednesday evening class. Wudang Yang Shen Qi Gong -is a simple series of movements which reduce negative qi in the body and collect positive or good qi. It is the basis for Wudang Walking Crane Qi Gong. These are both original Wudang Qi Gong styles. It is truly a moving meditation. Primordial Qi Gong - Qi (chee) Gong, sometimes translated as energy or breath practice is a broad exercise family that is related to Tai Chi. Qi Gong focuses on simple movements combined with breath and visualization. Hun Yuan or Primordial Qi Gong is one group of movements within that family. It is famous for its healing function and is reputed to repair and restore internal function. Including twelve simple movements, Primordial Qi Gong is suitable for beginners and is a wonderful complement to any Tai Chi or Qi Gong practice. Many Chinese exercise systems have their own version of Primordial Qi Gong. This class introduces the Wudang form of Primordial Qi Gong. Tai Chi 24 Forms - This class focuses on the Yang Style 24 Forms. In 1956 the Chinese government brought together a panel of Master Tai Chi teachers to synthesize many Tai Chi forms and agree on a version of classic moves that anyone can learn for great benefit. This "Simplified" 24 Forms is taught worldwide and here at Decatur Healing Arts. The student can learn this 6 to 8 minute form and then enjoy it for a lifetime. Tai Chi 108 Forms Yang Style - This is the original Yang Style long form Tai Chi Chuan, comprised of 108 movements divided into three sections of unequal length. Once learned, the form takes around 25 minutes to perform in its entirety, giving the practitioner a good workout in a single form. Recommended for those who have completed the 10 or 24 forms.
Tai Chi All Levels - This on-going Tai Chi class is for students of Yang style 10 forms, 24 forms and 108 forms. Students learn the next steps in the form that they are currently studying. In this class the students receive individual instruction and progress at their own rate.
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