Weekly Tai Chi in the park!

Let's try something different!

Learn Tai chi principles and get right to the fun part! Start off with an easy to follow warm-up, then rope flow, movement drills with a weighted ball (2-4lbs), then the ball form.

Warm up: The first 15-20 minutes of class, depending on the amount of instruction required (~10 minutes at home with the follow-along video!). This foundational practice will ingrain principles, proper alignment, and true release (relaxation around structure).

Rope flow: Jump rope without the jumping! This involves swinging a ~1lb (~9ft) rope around the body in various ways. Overhand, underhand, stationary, or while shifting weight or walking, etc. Teaches coordination, timing, flow, and gets us moving hte spine, hips, and shoulders properly for Tai chi.

Ball circles: Three simple exercises with a weighted ball to train coordination and efficient transfer of force through the body. We can also do very similar movements empty-handed for a more martial flow.

Ball Form: A short form very similar to the Beijing 24 form, but with proper mechanics included and a weighted ball to provide both gentle resistance and a focal point to make "where do my hands go?" much more intuitive.

Classes are free, with a suggested donation of $10, if you are so inclined. Cash or Paypal, please! Proceeds support teaching pros (such as the ropes and weights), liability insurance, and continued education. Please don't feel pressured to donate! The goals in hosting this group are to spread the art and its' benefits and to practice with like-minded community.