traditional kungfu<\/a> or traditional wushu can refer to a variety of\u00a0\u00a0 traditional Chinese martial arts styles including Shaolin, animal styles, northern and southern styles.<\/p>\nTaichi \/ Taiji<\/h1>\n
Taichi is an internal Chinese martial art often practiced for health reasons. Tai chi forms are known for their slow movement. There are several styles of tai chi but the 2 most popular ones are Chen and Yang. Tai chi chuan literally means \u201csupreme ultimate boxing\u201d in Mandarin. The philosophy of tai chi is to meet violent force with softness. The theory is to be sensitive to the movement of your opponent and remain in physical contact with him and safely redirect his attack.<\/p>\n
The beginner in this class focuses on Yang style Tai Chi. Basic mobility, hand and leg coordination and the 24 or 108 routines are practiced. After a certain proficiency has been reached the student will move on to Yang Tai Chi Sword then eventually branch out into the older, more martial, Chen style. Advanced students will learn Wudang Straightsword.<\/p>\n
Baguazhang<\/h1>\n
Baguazhang\u2019s main characteristic movement is circle walking. Practitioners walk around the edge of a circle facing the center as if circling an opponent.<\/p>\n
Cheung is the main system practiced, including: qigong, 8 changing palms, swimming body dragon, dao, spear and deer horn knives. Other forms, styles, and their applications may also be included.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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