Tai Chi
A traditional Chinese martial art used to develop physical and mental health by coordinating body movement with breath and calm focus. It’s recognised for its slow, flowing movements which blend approaches from martial arts and Qigong. Tai Chi is practised worldwide by people of all ages and stages of health who feel the benefits of this famous ‘moving meditation’.
Physical Benefits
Tai Chi offers a gentle physical exercise proved in many medical studies to benefit the entire body and immune system. Better balance, energy and mobility develop with practice. Tai Chi also can improve posture, and reduce stress, and strengthen the legs. Tai Chi is easy to adapt to each person’s needs.
The study of Tai Chi develops a strong connection between body, posture, movement and mind. This builds long-term confidence and health and reduces the effects of ageing.
Dr Shen's Tai Chi system
Dr Shen’s Tai Chi system includes standing exercises (Taiji 37) to develop strong internal energy and movement. Dr Shen’s form is also taught to help gently stretch open the spine and joints to improve circulation and flexibility. Our form of Tai Chi is based on Yang Style and was created by Dr Shen Hongxun to support health and for martial arts practice. This form helps students to quickly sense and work with their own Qi. Many students practice purely for their health.
Basic partner exercises can also be studied in addition to learning the Tai Chi form.
My personal story
I have been studying taiji form since 1992, during which time I learned yang style short form, long form and then I met Dr. Shen Hongxun in 1995 and didn't look back. He was a Taiji Grandmaster and taught the original taiji 37 standing postures, which enabled us to develop and have a deeper understanding of the taiji forces and fighting applications within the form. It would be sad if this knowledge was lost. I am so grateful for his teachings and deep compassion.
The Taijiwuxigong exercises develop an understanding of these internal vibration forces and activation of the dan tian where spontaneous movement may occur. In the form however there is no spontaneous movement, but in time one develops an understanding of taiji forces - "just enough, just in time!" (Dr. Shen Hongxun).
These same forces are also applied in releasing stagnant chi in the Buqi therapy sessions I have been offering to clients for over 23 years.
The form becomes completely absorbing to practice; bringing presence and grounding. This work is potent, and strengthens our mental, physical and energetic application within the form and in life. It gives you confidence and in time can contribute to opening all the channels of the body for health and well-being.
Like all genuine teachings it does ask for commitment and perseverance. It may seem slow in the beginning but gets easier as you learn to understand the principles of taiji. To do the form it takes about 12 minutes but a year to learn!
If this interests you, and you wish to learn this discipline, and ancient art form, I would be delighted to hear from you. Please email [email protected] or contact me on 07951322632
A traditional Chinese martial art used to develop physical and mental health by coordinating body movement with breath and calm focus. It’s recognised for its slow, flowing movements which blend approaches from martial arts and Qigong. Tai Chi is practised worldwide by people of all ages and stages of health who feel the benefits of this famous ‘moving meditation’.
Physical Benefits
Tai Chi offers a gentle physical exercise proved in many medical studies to benefit the entire body and immune system. Better balance, energy and mobility develop with practice. Tai Chi also can improve posture, and reduce stress, and strengthen the legs. Tai Chi is easy to adapt to each person’s needs.
The study of Tai Chi develops a strong connection between body, posture, movement and mind. This builds long-term confidence and health and reduces the effects of ageing.
Dr Shen's Tai Chi system
Dr Shen’s Tai Chi system includes standing exercises (Taiji 37) to develop strong internal energy and movement. Dr Shen’s form is also taught to help gently stretch open the spine and joints to improve circulation and flexibility. Our form of Tai Chi is based on Yang Style and was created by Dr Shen Hongxun to support health and for martial arts practice. This form helps students to quickly sense and work with their own Qi. Many students practice purely for their health.
Basic partner exercises can also be studied in addition to learning the Tai Chi form.
My personal story
I have been studying taiji form since 1992, during which time I learned yang style short form, long form and then I met Dr. Shen Hongxun in 1995 and didn't look back. He was a Taiji Grandmaster and taught the original taiji 37 standing postures, which enabled us to develop and have a deeper understanding of the taiji forces and fighting applications within the form. It would be sad if this knowledge was lost. I am so grateful for his teachings and deep compassion.
The Taijiwuxigong exercises develop an understanding of these internal vibration forces and activation of the dan tian where spontaneous movement may occur. In the form however there is no spontaneous movement, but in time one develops an understanding of taiji forces - "just enough, just in time!" (Dr. Shen Hongxun).
These same forces are also applied in releasing stagnant chi in the Buqi therapy sessions I have been offering to clients for over 23 years.
The form becomes completely absorbing to practice; bringing presence and grounding. This work is potent, and strengthens our mental, physical and energetic application within the form and in life. It gives you confidence and in time can contribute to opening all the channels of the body for health and well-being.
Like all genuine teachings it does ask for commitment and perseverance. It may seem slow in the beginning but gets easier as you learn to understand the principles of taiji. To do the form it takes about 12 minutes but a year to learn!
If this interests you, and you wish to learn this discipline, and ancient art form, I would be delighted to hear from you. Please email [email protected] or contact me on 07951322632
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2024 Term Dates for Beginners, Sundays 10AM - 1PM
June 2nd June 30th July 14th July 28th Sept 15th 10am - 1pm, optional Taijiwuxigong in the afternoon 2pm - 5pm Sept 29th Oct 6th Oct 27th Nov 10th Nov 24th Dec 8th Dec 22nd with optional Christmas Lunch end of term celebration! |
Payment Options
Full term early bird discount before 26th May: £300 Two installments due 2nd June and Oct 6th: £180, Concession £150 Three installments due 2nd June, 1st Sept, 1st Nov: £120, Concession £100 Location Swansea Wellbeing Centre Walter Road, Swansea SA1 5PQ |
