HTK Tai Chi School Workshops
Our Workshops are held (unless otherwise stated)
on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm at:
Sherburn Community Centre DH6 1HD
Cost: £20 per person (unless otherwise stated)
All levels of ability/experience welcome
February 13th 2010 (10am-2:30pm)
Theme: Jian (Straight Sword) Form
The Jian (straight sword) is the ancient Chinese weapon of the gentleman. The Chen Style Sword Form is a relatively dynamic set (excellent for overall fitness), it's very graceful and great fun!
Cost: £25
February 27th 2010
Theme: The Eight "Energies" of Tai Chi
Through understanding the "Eight Energies" of Tai Chi we can begin to apply the appropriate "Intention" in each movement when we practice. They must also be expressed correctly when using Tai Chi for self-defence.
March 27th 2010
Theme: Tui Shou (Pushing Hands)
Tui Shou is a flowing exercise practiced with a partner. It improves balance, coordination and posture, and is vital for anyone wishing to explore the Self-Defence aspect of Tai Chi.
April 24th 2010
Theme: Develpoing "Chum Chi"
Stress tends to cause tension in the upper body, which in turn leads to discomfort. When we let go of this tension (like when we sigh) the muscles and breathing relax and we feel more settled. In Tai Chi this is called "sinking the energy" or in Chinese "Chum Chi", and with enough practice it becomes habitual, enabling us to deal more ably with stressful situations without becoming tense.
May 22nd 2010
Theme: Concept of "Sung"
"Sung" literally translates as "relax/relaxed", but in relation to Tai Chi it means more; it is the elusive quality which we all strive for in our practice (the loose/open yet powerful feeling that is unique to the art). When present in your practice effortless strength is achieved, the joints are loosened and muscles are stretched and toned.
June 26th 2010 (10am-2:30pm)
Theme: Jian (Straight Sword) Form - Part 2
Following the success of our first Sword Workshop this year, this will be a second chance to learn the Form. We got great feedback from those who attended in February, and this will also be a chance for those students to learn more of the Form, and polish their moves!
Cost: £25
July 24th 2010
Theme: Self-Defence
The self-defence aspect of Tai Chi Chuan is essential to gaining a comprehensive understanding of the art. Without postures in the Form being applied and tested one can never know whether the correct alignments are in place to therefore glean all the benefits. This workshop will be approached in a friendly, relaxed and non-competitive way.
August 14th 2010
Theme: Questions & Answers
This is a great opportunity to work on anything you want. We will arrange the Workshop around the wishes of all attendees, so have a good think about anything you're unsure of, or simply would like to improve on, and we'll take it from there!
October 2nd 2010
Theme: Developing "Teng Jin"
Teng Jin (Listening Energy) is an important aspect of Tai Chi. Through cooperation with a partner your sensitivity will be increased, and your own strengths and weaknesses revealed, giving you plenty to work on!
October 23rd 2010
Theme: Applying "Yi" or Intention
In the Tai Chi Classics it is written: "Without intention energy cannot arrive". In other words Tai Chi movements must have a clear purpose for the Chi to flow, thereby bringing about any health benefits or martial usefulness.
November 27th 2010
Special Christmas Workshop (shared lunch from 1-2pm)
Theme: Applying "Spiralling Energy"
From Galaxies down to DNA everything within the Universe is in Spiral form. This is Nature's Way. When this principle is applied to Tai Chi, your Form will become three-dimensional, therefore amplifying the health and martial benefits.
Cost: £21
For more detailed information on workshop themes
or to book a place please Contact Us.
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