Tai Chi
Tai Chi Chuan (or “Grand Ultimate Fist”) is an ancient Chinese Martial Art, well known for its superior health benefits and high level of effectiveness in combat. Tai Chi forms, when performed in a slow and relaxed manner like moving meditation, calms the mind and releases the mental and physical tensions of our modern stressful lifestyle.
As a martial art, Tai Chi Chuan uses the theory of “four ounces of strength against a ton of force,” repelling the opponent without resorting to force against force.
Studies have shown that daily practice of Tai Chi Chuan helps prevent stress-related diseases such as high blood pressure, digestive problems, and heart disease. For persons affected by arthritis, daily practice of Tai Chi helps keep joints lubricated and limbs more flexible.
Tai Chi is a great form of exercise for men and women of all ages and levels of physical fitness. For practicing Martial Artists, Tai Chi is great way to cross-train, complement, and create balance between “hard” and “soft” techniques.
