T'ai Chi & QiGong with Laura
Hosted in 6 Week Series
T'ai Chi
T'ai Chi Ch'uan is literally translated as "supreme ultimate boxing". The "supreme ultimate" part refers to the Chinese concept of the origin of the universe. Out of the infinite potential of the void arises the dual principles of yin and yang. Yang being the male, warm, forceful, light principle, and Yin being the female, cool, yielding, dark principle. Neither one of these principles is superior to the other, and both are necessary because each contains some of the other. They are two sides of the same coin. The yin-yang symbol is also a symbol of T'ai Chi. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a harmonious dance of yin and yang sometimes referred to as “meditation in motion”.
T’ai Chi was originally practiced as a martial art emphasizing strength and speed. Through time it has evolved into a gentle form of exercise that can be practiced by people of all ages. It consists of a sequence of movements that are performed slowly, softly and gracefully with smooth, even transitions.
Qigong (pronounced "chee gung") is an ancient Chinese method of improving health and enhancing vitality. In this class we will use a variety of gentle exercises to gather, store, cleanse, strengthen and circulate vital energy (Qi). Gentle stretches and strength building movements are part of this practice. Release stress and increase energy as you coordinate breath with movement and intention.
QiGong
With over 50 years of martial arts experience, Laura is certified to teach all internal styles and to guide you as you explore T'ai Chi and QiGong. She has studied martial arts since 1974. She began her journey with Isshin-ryu, an Okinawan style of Karate, and holds a 4th degree black belt in that style. A desire to explore the internal styles led her to T'ai Chi in the early '80's. She has studied Chinese Martial Arts with Master David Schenk of the Center for Body-Mind Harmony in Tallmadge, Ohio since 1990. Laura is a Disciple of Master Schenk and is certified to teach T'ai Chi, Qi Gong, Push Hands, and all Internal Martial Arts and related exercises.
Friday QiGong 10:30am at The Yoga Place
Wednesday T'ai Chi 7pm at Yoga Central
Tuesday T'ai Chi 4pm at The Yoga Place
Saturday T'ai Chi 11:30am at Yoga Central