Practice Taoist internal arts in the traditional ways. Experience the many benefits of Hun Yuan Open Heart Qigong and Taiji 13 Movement Form.
This class is for beginner to intermediate students. We will explore dynamic and static Qigong including breathing exercises, Neigong, and Traditional Chinese Medicine based self-massage. The lesson will move into Taiji Movement Form 13. This Form celebrates the lineage of Shawn’s teachers within Chen style Hun Yuan Taijiquan and includes unique movements he has developed through his practices of Taiji player and integrative healthcare practitioner. No previous experience is necessary. We all hold a beginners' mindset.
The practice is simple and invigorating. Qigong and Taiji form can be played seated or standing. Come explore accessible techniques that support emotional stability, increase vital energy, and ignite your joy for self-care and life.
The gentle movements of Taiji Form 13 will help you release stagnant energy, enhance the immune system, decrease joint pain, improve strength and balance. Additionally, this class will help to build a solid foundation for people who want to learn a longer form of Chen or Yang Styles of Taijiquan.
Facilitator: Shawn Tucker, PT, Owner, Brentwood Center of Health
Shawn Tucker has been practicing Taoist Internal Arts since 1995 and teaching Therapeutic Tai Chi for Health since 2007. In 2012 he competed in the 3rd international Hun Yuan Taiji competition in Beijing where he was awarded a gold medal in Advanced 24 Form. In 2018 he was awarded Master Teacher status in Hun Yuan Taiji by St Louis Internal Arts. Shawn has written numerous articles and participated co authored research to better understand the medical and health benefits of Traditional Asian Mind/Body practices. For more information about Shawn Tucker, please visit his website at Brentwood Center of Health (bcoh.org).
Facilitator: Shawn Tucker
Location: Main Studio
Cost: $15 In Studio Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly
This class will not be recorded.