TAI CHI
CHUAN
Master Elaine Waters
info@elainewaters.com
http://www.elainewaters.com
Weekly
Classes
Elaine instructs all the classes with emphasis on understanding
tai chi movement principles. She offers simple instruction on
how to use less effort to achieve more effective Tai Chi skill.
Weekly classes
include Yang style Tai Chi forms, Chen style Tai Chi forms, Chi
Kung, form applications, push hands, Yang style two-person form,
and Tai Chi Sword.
Push Hands
Play tai chi with a partner, using the principles, softness overcomes
hardness, as each person attempts to unbalance the other. Learn
to use the movements of tai chi in martial application. Develop
listening skills, and the ability to interpret the other person's
movement.
Entering a new class
New students may enter at any time. Classes are offered at different
levels, each person may progress at their own pace. Both styles
of tai chi that Elaine offers, have the entire form on video tape
that you may purchase as study aids. There are also many books
available by Elaine's teachers.
Beginner Class
Offers the foundation exercises for tai chi and chi
kung. The first few classes have the material on paper so you
can take it home. The exercises are enjoyable and the forms are
reviewed each week. Tai chi principles are worked with one at
a time to gain understanding.
Learning the
Forms
You may memorize as fast or as slowly as you wish.
We are studying the energy dynamics within the movements, so first
we must memorize, but how we are moving, is more important than
how many moves we can mimic quickly. Everyone has their own way
of learning, and their own need for detail, and you are given
the freedom to develop yourself.
Advanced Forms are available to those who already have some experience.
Tai chi body mechanics bring understanding of body alignment needed
to develop the energetics of effortless power.
Two person applications form, sword form, and push hands.
For dates,
times, locations, and fees of weekly classes please contact Elaine
Waters at
info@elainewaters.com.
