is
a Healing/Martial Art, used for hundreds of years, that combines martial
arts movements with energy circulation, breathing and stretching techniques
to achieve the integration of mind, body and spirit. The same techniques
are capable of developing internal strength for self-defense and have
proven effective as life-prolonging, stress-reducing, healing and rejuvenating
exercises.
will
strengthen and repair the physical, mental and energetic system of the
body, which, in turn, has the potential to prevent and cure disease.
With regular Tai Chi practice, it is possible to keep blood and energy
circulation smooth and regular throughout the entire body.
has
slow and relaxed movements which provide a total body, non-impact exercise
for not only the arms and legs, but also the internal organs through
the breathing and physical motions. Muscular tension is released around
the organs, thereby allowing them to experience increased circulation
and higher levels of oxygen than before. It is these health benefits,
along with the self-defense value, that have made Tai Chi as popular
as it is today.
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