The Power Of Living In Harmony With Our Energy

"If chi flows, one is healthy.  If chi is blocked, one is sick.  If chi flows, blood follows.  If chi is blocked, blood is stagnant."  - The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine

The ancient Chinese philosophers explained that everything we experience inward and outward is the product of two opposite principles: Yin and Yang (female and male, dark and light, receptive and creative, etc.) One of the ways to harmonize these forces is through directed activity.  The practice of Tai Chi and Chi Kung is one of the most powerful activities to “balance the yin and yang" also referred as balancing the vital force (chi.)

What is Tai Chi?

The Chinese word chi means life force or internal energy. Tai Chi, or the grand ultimate, is the way the chi expresses itself in harmony and balance.

Tai Chi is a series of choreographed movements, practiced to balance the energy between man and nature. Developed about 2,000 years ago in China as a martial art, Tai Chi is now practiced as a gentle exercise technique, also known as a "moving meditation."

The principle of Tai Chi is harmony within oneself and with outer forces, accomplished by synchronizing the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life.

How do I benefit by practicing Tai Chi?

What is Chi Kung?

Breath is the essential meaning of Chi or life force. Kung means cultivation. Chi Kung can be translated as cultivating the breath of life force.

Chi Kung is an ancient Chinese method of exercise, which includes slow movements and conscious breathing to increase vital energy in the body. Chi Kung exercises originated over 5,000 years ago and have been long practiced.  

Similar to Tai Chi, Chi Kung is very well accepted in modern time as a powerful aid to improve and restore physical, mental and emotional health.

How do I benefit by practicing Chi Kung?

Why is Tai Chi and Chi Kung good for me?

We all want to keep a good quality of life and age gracefully. One of the most important ways to achieve overall well-being, is to promote a healthy body and a peacefully mind.

The combined practice of Tai Chi and Chi Kung is most beneficial, as you will immediately experience profound and positive changes. In moving the chi or life force through conscious breathing, meditation and through the practice of these ancient ways of life, you cultivate the pure chi you have inherited in your body, mind and spirit.

What can I expect during class?

I have carefully designed the classes to be practiced by women and men ranging from young to mature ages. I offer you a safe and comfortable environment, where you will constantly receive my full attention and support so you can feel at ease and certain that you will have a good time.

A typical class combines the practice of warm up exercises, Chi Kung exercises, and the Tai Chi form. The class also includes three short guided meditations to center the body, mind and spirit, and three breathing exercises to restore the free flow of energy. You will experience the benefits immediately, as you develop physical strength and balance, mental concentration and focused attention.

Classes last between one hour or one hour and fifteen minutes. Wear comfortable and loose clothes, comfortable shoes such as lightweight slip-on tennis shoes, or thick socks. Some people prefer to be barefoot.

Free demonstrations are frequently offered before new classes. Everyone is welcome, especially if you don't have previous experience with Tai Chi and Chi Kung, or if you haven't taken a class with me.

• Classes in your area can be arranged (depending on the amount of participants).
• Private classes are also offered.
• Group classes for businesses and organizations can be arranged.