Improve your health and find your center by joining us at the Qi of Life Tai Chi 太極 classes. We teach Yang Tai Chi 楊式太極拳 with Yiquan standing 站樁, with emphasis on light touch and the art of yielding.
Regular scheduled Saturday late morning classes in Palo Alto, California
Find Your Balance Within
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial arts. In these modern times, Tai Chi can help you to navigate the stress in life and become a healthier you.
Tai Chi was developed originally as a martial arts, and in these classes, you will be exposed to some of the uses. However, the emphasis will be on developing Qi 氣 through Tai Chi movements and Yiquan standing. With the balance of Yang and Yin Qi, you will improve your health and mental center.
To practice Tai Chi, beyond the basic body methods, forms, and push hand practice, is to harmonize Qi 氣, Yi (Mind’s intention) 意, and Shen 神. This is a reason why Tai Chi is known as one of the internal martial arts.
Richard learns from grandmaster Sam Tam, who is famous for his internal power and yielding skills.
All experience levels welcome. Drop by any time.
Videos and Resources
A video demonstrating the concepts of yielding with light touch.
Basic of the Basics: Tao Chi Stepping
Schedules
Please check often for the latest class schedule. All classes are held at the Palo Alto Mitchell Park on Saturdays 11:30 AM. Parking is limited on Saturdays so come by early and you might have to park on the streets.
Private lessons available. Please contact me at richard@imagecraft.com or text me at (650) 315-7567.
- April 5th
- April 12th
- April 19th
- April 26th
Location
Palo Alto Mitchell Park, the “bowl” next to the “Push” sculpture.
GPS: 37.4218073953627, -122.11495932952234
