Gentle Tai Chi Sequences Class
This class requires more stamina than Gentle Tai Chi - Qigong.
Gentle Tai Chi Sequences is slightly more rigorous than the Gentle Tai Chi - Qigong class. Tai Chi moves from Gentle Tai Chi - Qigong are combined in three sequences:
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Calming the Waters of the Heart
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Waves of the Universe
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Focus the Arrow
Like Gentle Tai Chi, the sequences are stationary.
It is recommended that students take at least 1 month of Gentle Tai Chi - Qigong prior to starting the Gentle Tai Chi Sequences class.
Class starts with 15 minutes of warm-up activities from the 4000-year-old Chinese practice of Qigong (Chee-gong):
- Stretches
- Breathwork
- Movements to stimulate/improve:
Circulation Joint flexibility Posture Relaxation
The remainder of the class is spent working on the sequences. Each sequence consists of moves with similar philosophical concepts.
Working on a sequence utilizes and improves:
Correct Arm and Body Position
Extended Stamina
Fluidity of Motion
Waves of the Universe
Memorization
Transitions Between Moves