Oxford Taiji & Qigong

Chen Style Taijiquan and Qigong

Following the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Taiji (tai chi) and Qigong seek to restore and regulate the flow of ones Qi (Vital energy) and blood. This is achieved through a combination of mindfulness, correct postural alignment, relaxation and deep abdominal breathing. A specialised form of effortless  movement, known as Silk- Reeling, is learnt which unifies and integrates the entire body-mind. The primary aim is to develop ones ‘Internal Strength’ in order to enjoy an enduring and healthy life. Taiji is a profound training which has martial, medicinal and meditative elements. The consequence of practice is a gradually more developed state of awareness, and the ability to be more attentive to both our internal and external reality.

These classes cover a comprehensive range of activities to cultivate good health of mind and body and, if desired, self defence capabilities, including:

• Qigong (Vital Energy Cultivation)

• Zhan Zhuang (Standing Meditation)

• Fang Song Gong (Releasing looseness/Deep relaxation exercises) 

• Chansigong (Silk Reeling drills)

• Taijiquan (T’ai Chi Ch’uan) hand forms: Chen style 13 Harmony Form/ Lao Jia / Xin jia 

• Tui Shou (Sensing/pushing hands): partner work.

Venue :            The Old Schoolhouse, Hertford Street, East Oxford, OX4 3AJ

Time:                 Thursday Evenings. 6.30 - 8.00 pm

Cost:                   £15 per session.  £130 for ten consecutive weeks                                       

Contact:            Alan on 01491 200471 or 07971 261696   Email taichialan@gmail.com