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This is a very internal “Chi gathering” based on a centuries-
It was shown to us by Shelia Rae, one of Dr Paul’s US Master Trainers.
We often perform
this intense Chi gathering as our warm up form, either in its entirety (which can
take us around 45 mins), or alternatively use a section of it followed by the 5 Element
described above.
It is essential that before practicing a TC form, that the body is relaxed and loose.
To promote this we use a series of Warm-
We normally perform these as a slow Qi Gong to promote initial movement and relaxation.
This is the slow, calming, deep breathing practiced by most of the healing arts,
including Yoga and western medicine. The in-
This slow breathing
technique is used as a metronome to control the speed and pace when performing the
T’ai Chi Form.
This is a powerful, slow, meditative Qi Gong using five movements which can be carried out at any time, sitting, standing or lying down.
It promotes and concentrates Chi flow within the body, based on the five key elements
of Chinese Medicine said to control the key organs:
Earth, Metal, Water, Wood and
Fire.
Qi Gong in Our Classes
We use several Qi Gong routines in our normal classes. Performed seated or standing,
our classes will normally start with a quiet meditative period to encourage everyone
to focus on deep Yang Breathing and to progressively relax and open all joints.This
will normally be followed by a gentle “Warming-
For more advanced classes we often use a “Primordial” Qi Gong to replace both the
warm-