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What is Tai Chi Chuan?
If you were to walk into a room full 25 Tai Chi instructors or students and ask the question "What is Tai Chi Chuan?", you would get 25 completely different answers. This is because Tai Chi is multi-dimensional and each instructor places emphasis on...
Why Tai Chi Classes in Southern California are the Best Exercise for Elderly
Whether we actually do it or not, we all know that exercise is a healthy part of every daily routine. There are many different ways that you can exercise by walking, bike riding, running, climbing mountains, or playing sports. Unfortunately, not all of us are young...
Warm Up Tai Chi Exercises
For many years, experts have stressed the importance of warm up exercises before engaging in a workout routine. When it comes to warm up Tai Chi exercises, the art of Tai Chi in itself acts as a warm up. The movements in Tai Chi are slow and co-ordinated, designed to...
What to Expect During Your First Tai Chi Class
If you have ever watched someone perform the art of Tai Chi before, you probably already know that each movement is slow, coordinated, and perfected. This can make it a little intimidating to attend your first Tai Chi class. With that said, there is nothing to be...
Are Group Tai Chi Videos Helpful?
When it comes to Tai Chi, there are several different ways that you can view and watch the art. The best way to watch Tai Chi is always in person, but there are many people who like to watch group Tai Chi videos as well. In fact, many people are turning to Tai Chi...
Tai Chi 13 Postures – A Quick Guide
When it comes to the fundamental practices of Tai Chi, it all comes back the the 13 postures. The Tai Chi 13 postures consist of 8 forces, or "expressions of energy", and 5 steps, or "directions of movement". The first 4 energies are thought of as...
How to Earn a Tai Chi Certificate
Tai Chi is a form of martial art that takes years to learn. But once you have learned about the art, you may want to take things one step further and earn a Tai Chi certificate. In order to earn Tai Chi certification, you must first become a student of Tai Chi...
The “eight powers” of Tai Chi Chuan
The animation presented below is meant to illustrate the eight ways of power to be demonstrated in Tai Chi. In Chinese, these are called the 'ba men' or "8 gates.' Here, I've attempted to show these 8 different styles that make up 8 of the '13 Postures' of tai chi...
Yin-yang visualization
The video below is a basic and balanced display of the interchangeable nature of yin and yang. Enjoy!
The History of Tai Chi Chuan
Tai Chi is a form of martial arts which roots are entrenched deeply within Chinese history. When translated, the term Tai Chi Chuan stands for the "supreme ultimate fist". It can also be translated to "great extremes boxing", "boundless...
Tai Chi Lessons – Getting Started
Considering taking up Tai Chi? If so, you are making a great decision. There are many benefits that come along with Tai Chi and Tai Chi lessons. Not only is Tai Chi great for your health, but it is also teaches you to cope with stress and to defend yourself in...
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tai Chi is an art form that has been learned for many years. But what exactly is Tai Chi? What benefits does it hold? And what are the different styles? Let's take a look in this Tai Chi guide for beginners. What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is a form of movement. It is often...
Another Computer Generated Tai Chi Demo
Below is a version of the Carnegie-Mellon Tai Chi form applied to two separate virtual characters. The motion has not been cleaned, but the concept is there. You can see our "black and white" character performing the set, and the inset is a take on the Super-Goku...