Tai Chi KC

Unlike most forms of exercise, the T’ai Chi Ch’uan form is a sequence of connecting movements. It is a progressive course—more than a drop-in exercise class, it’s a journey of consistent development. Ideal for those eager to learn and challenge themselves through steady attendance and practice. Wear something comfy and bring your curiosity along! FIRST SECTION beginner classes teach the foundational movements and concepts of Tai Chi. They also benefit students who need to solidify their comfort with the beginning postures. If you are new to T’ai Chi or want to relearn, this is the class for you. The classes teach postures and movements of the First Section of the Cheng Man-Ch’ing Yang-style form, fundamental Tai Chi principles and energies, and basic application concepts. Classes are twice weekly, one hour each. T’ai Chi can be physically challenging, requiring development of balance and movement that is different than usual day to day activities. Students frequently repeat the First Section until the postures become familiar and natural before moving on to explore more of the form. MIDDLE SECTION intermediate classes add thirteen more postures from Cross Hands up to Works at Shuttles. There is deeper exploration of Tai Chi principles. This section is taught in nine one hour classes over six weeks. LAST SECTION advanced classes cover the final eight postures in the form. While this section contains less individual postures, it has many repeated movements. Therefore, the Final Third is also taught in nine one hour classes over six weeks. When complete, students will have learned the entire Yang Style Short Form.