Tai Chi

…the Pearl of the Orient

Taijiquan or Tai Chi as it is known in the west, is a gentle Chinese martial art exercise practiced by millions all over the world. As well as a very effective martial art for self-defense, it has been more known for its amazing health benefits by countless practitioners throughout the world.

Combining soft, relaxing movements with abdominal breathing; Taiji has been termed as an art of “meditation in motion”. It uses the universal principle of the two opposite and complimentary forces called yin and yang, to harmonize and balance the body’s energies to move as a whole and united structure.

Its main characteristics of movement derive from the “Chan Ssu Jing” or the natural spiral movement of the silk worm when they are producing silk. These slow, gentle, circular and continuous movements of the body and limbs help to open up the eighteen major joints of the body, thus increasing blood flow to all parts of the extremities.

These characteristics coupled with diligent practice produced a very powerful and effective exercise for health and well-being. The correct practice of Taijiquan can help a practitioner to achieve maximum health benefits, including;

· Reduced stress and hypertension

· Lowers high blood pressure

· Alleviates joint problems

· Helps arthritic condition

· Improved balance

· Increased strength

· Increased vital energy

· Improved circulation

· Balance and harmonize the body and mind.

· Strengthen the ligaments, bones and tendons

There are many different styles of Taijiquan. The original style was created by the 9^th generation of the Chen Family, Chen Wang-ting in the beginning of the 17^th century in Chenjiagou (Chen village), Henan, China. Chen created the art of Taijiquan with the goals of achieving both health and martial proficiency.

Taijiquan can be practiced by anyone, young and old, anywhere and at any time. Because of its simplicity and versatility of practice, it requires only minimal space and time for practice to be effective. Apart from giving the practitioner a healthy cardio workout without stress, the practice of Taiji has also been time tested to be of added value for the focus and discipline of the mind. Its relaxing techniques have nursed many people back to health, including better concentration, memory and alertness.

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