Physical Discipline
Right Effort
In the practice of Taijiquan, you are asked to be attentive to the precision of your movements physically and mentally. In challenging yourself to acquire the skills promised by the philosophical guidelines of Taijiquan, you will be challenged to master your mind.
Before Beginning:
The Quintessential Human Attribute Is to Stand Upright
Classical writings on understanding and methods to approach enlightenment gave birth to internal martial arts.
Lesson 1: Structure:
Taijiquan Links A Series Of Postures With Transitions
The carefully constructed sequence of movements teaches progressively more challenging skills.
Lesson 2: Relaxation
The Difficult Task Of Eliminating Effort
Dynamic relaxation is attentive, lively, and invigorated—not to be confused with being a "couch potato."