Tai Chi Chuan consists of 124 movements performed in a perfectly
balanced sequence. It requires no special equipment or clothing,
takes twenty minutes to perform, and can be practiced anywhere
at anytime, making it ideally suited to today's fast-paced lifestyle.
Tai Chi is valuable to health because it promotes blood circulation,
stimulates thinking, improves memory, strengthens muscles and
tendons, thickens bones, lubricates joints, invigorates the
heart and lungs, which enables one to relieve fatigue, tension
and stress.
The martial value in Tai Chi Chuan is rooted in the organs,
the tendons and the mind. Energy and tenacious strength are
applied practically. Opposing force is neutralized, diverted,
and turned back upon itself.
Along with the physical aspect, Tai Chi is an internal discipline
which challenges the individual spiritually, emotionally and
mentally. With its depth of history and knowledge, this school
offers a wide range of Tai Chi experiences and presents the
dedicated student unlimited possibilities.
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The value
of Tai Chi is universally acknowledged. It is based on the
Chinese philosophy of Yin and Yang, which control all the
changes of phenomena in the Universe.
Yin energy is soft and tranquil
and Yang energy is strong and active. These energies are
complementary. Aspects of each are contained in the other.
Strength can be hidden in softness and activity can be
camouflaged in inactivity.
Constant practice of Tai
Chi Chuan will enable one to acquire peace of mind, relaxation
of body, flexible muscles and an excellent physique regardless
of one's health at the start of practice. Its value has
been proved by countless examples around the world regardless
of age, background, or sex.
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Excerpted and paraphrased from
Practical Use of Tai Chi Chuan (Its Applications &
Variations)
by Grandmaster Yeung (Yang) Sau Chung
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