Tai chi is a form of qigong, and evolved as a physical activity for integrating mind, body and spirit to function in harmony with the external world. As a non-impact exercise, it strengthens the body with minimum stress to the joints.

Rather than cultivating brute force, which inevitably becomes depleted, t’ai chi (which means Supreme Ultimate”) cultivates the Middle Way, a peaceful path. Tai chi integrates body mechanics training with qi gong energy cultivation. Breath awareness, awareness of hands, practicing sensing qi, and Wu ji are excellent qigong exercises to boost your energy or calm you down.

Original Tai Chi Fundamentals® Program is a simplified system that includes functional analysis. It is appropriate for most ages and conditions and can be applied as therapy and group exercise. It includes 3 elements, basic moves, tai chi fundamentals short form, and mind/body skills training. The basic moves and short form are taught in 3 parts, progressing from simple to more complex. It is performed standing without support, though support can be used if needed.

NOTE: Class will take place in The Loft Space located above Three Little Birds Cafe & Juice Bar, 3940 Middle Rd Suite A Allison Park, PA 15101

THIS EVENT WILL NOT BE BROADCAST LIVE OR RECORDED

Instructor Marilyn Carpenter began the study of T’ai Chi Ch’un in 1996, with various instructors, including Stan Swartz (Pittsburgh), Maggie Newman (Philadelphia and NYC), Michael Ward (Washington DC), Pat Culotti (Wisconsin) and workshops with Benjamin Pan Lo and Lenzie Williams (San Francisco).

This event is "Donate from the Heart." (A suggested donation is between $10-20).

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