Health brings happiness
& Shanghai Chen Style Taiji Association
What is Taiji?
Taiji is a form of self-defense that uses Qi.
Taiji teaches you to feel and know your body again.
Qi is an energy that is present in everything.
Qigong makes it possible to cultivate this energy within our body, through breathing and posture.
Taiji in turn uses this energy to absorb and explode.
Control over fast and slow, hard and soft leads to a balance, Yin and Yang, which leads to peace and quiet.
This rest is extremely important both from a health and defense perspective.
Throughout history, Taiji movements have proven to be incredibly good for the resistance of human health. This does not mean that Taiji is 'only' that. Taiji was developed by an ex-military who loved strategy and martial arts.
The development of Taiji was therefore not only intended to cultivate Qi and balance the body, it was developed primarily as a highly effective self-defense system.
What will you learn?
Two techniques for proper breathing
You will learn basic breathing techniques that ensure good oxygenation of the body
support and help harmonize movement and breathing.
Theory of internal force conduction in the body
You will be introduced to the concept of Chi (internal energy) and learn how to use this energy
through the body to improve health and balance.
Silk thread winding mechanism
Movements that resemble winding a silk thread – which requires coordination,
improves strength and a smooth flow of energy in your body.
Stretch your back and improve your fitness
You will learn basic Tai Chi postures that help align your spine,
to improve posture and strengthen your physical condition in general.
Why practice Tai Chi?
Reducing stress and promoting mental health.
Tai chi helps reduce stress and improve mood through a combination of slow movements and deep breathing.
Improving physical condition and flexibility.
Regular Tai Chi practice improves physical fitness, flexibility and strength, which is ideal for people with sedentary jobs.
Health promotion and disease prevention.
Tai chi improves cardiovascular health, aids blood circulation and lowers blood pressure, thereby preventing chronic diseases.
Spiritual development and inner balance.
Tai chi promotes spiritual growth and inner balance, helps harmonize body and mind and increases overall well-being and zest for life
