Tai Chi Chuan
Tai chi chuan is a form of moving meditation that uses breathing and relaxed movement to calm the mind, promoting chi and blood flow through the body helping to improve health and develop
martial arts skill.
Tai chi's gentle, low impact movements burn more calories than surfing. Researchers have found that long-term tai chi practice
promotes balance control, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Studies also show reduced pain, stress and anxiety. For information on classes or to book private sessions please e-mail asu@hotmail.co.uk - phone 07859048162 or go to the contact and classes page.
Taoist Yoga
Taoist yoga or "K’ai Men" meaning open door
K’ai Men is the Taoist form of Ch’i Kung or energy activation, control and utilization, and with practice will lead to Li Kung (Energy of the Universe) supply and storage.
Within the main sections of K’ai Men there are five ‘openings’ (K’ou) or ‘doorways’ (Men K’ou). These are:
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Spirit
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Mind
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Body
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Energies
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Healing