Chinese Martial ArtsTai Chi
Sifu Strelau teaching Tai Chi
Our Tai Chi classes are designed for all ages
Tai Chi is practiced as a series of relaxed and graceful movements, performed slowly, but with meditative concentration. Originating from China, tai Chi is well known for its health benefits including reduced stress, improved breathing, strength and fitness, greater flexibility and balance. Regular practice also promotes a calm and clear state of mind.
With correct training, Tai Chi is also be a highly effective martial art. Every motion is based on principles of efficient movement and self-defense. These coordinated and balanced movements can be used by competent Tai Chi practitioners to defend themselves effectively against any attack. In application, the movements match the speed of the opponent. Unlike many other martial arts, Tai Chi does not rely on brute muscular strength and speed. Instead it works with skill and accuracy. Sifu refers to it as “iron wrapped in cotton.” It is a non-aggressive, efficient alternative for people who wish to learn self-defense.
CMAA teaches Yang style Tai Chi (follow this link to learn more about Yang Style). It employs big circlular arm movements and medium bent knee stances. It’s martial applications are strategic and powerful and it is the most well known of the Tai Chi styles.
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