Taichi

Zen

Beginner participants should at least know the first 8 movements of the 24 forms. The advanced participants will learn in-depth skills through Hong’s individualized guidance. As usual, Hong will help participants of different levels, beginners to advanced, during this workshop by separating groups to help everyone improve and embody accordingly.

The Tai Chi Sword practice is a beautiful extension of the essential Tai Chi principles. Since few high-quality sword workshops are offered, Hong Yang will conduct a very special step-by-step Tai Chi sword workshops. She will share the basic sword information for beginners and also offer the depth on details for those who have learned the sword forms. Hong will help you feel comfortable with the sword as an extension of your body. This sword workshop will improve your open hand tai chi and the flow of your chi (Qi) in addition to improving your sword form. During the workshop, Hong will introduce and review the first 8 movements of the Yang 32 form.

This two-day Tai Chi workshop will show you how to embody the principles of the real internal spiral to deeply understand not only Chen Style but also all Tai Chi movements. You will also learn how to combine Tai Chi movements and Qi with the invisible 15 Qi channels inside your body. Anyone who wants to start learning the Tai Chi internal spiral to help improve the Tai Chi internal part can register for this retreat without knowing Chen forms. Also, anyone who learned and practiced Chen Tai Chi who wants to deepen understanding of the real Fa Jin and Chen Stepping can register for this workshop.

This special day of Tai Chi study and practice will clarify the common misconceptions about the relationship between Qigong and Tai Chi. The roots for tai chi steps will be explored. Participants will learn how to combine both the mind and the body to make Tai Chi more internal and meaningful for a healthy body and the wisdom of life. Hong will use some typical Qigong and Tai Chi movements to compare practices and demonstrate how to embody key principles. This special event will also share the Five Elements in Tea enjoyment with Hong’s specially selected tea leaves and desserts to appreciate all of you who have enjoyed and attended Hong’s workshops before, as well as to celebrate her graduation from her Tai Chi related TCM study.