~T'ai Chi wind form MAIN INDEX KEY-ARTS MARTIAL "energetic actions promotes stillness in movement."

T'ai Chi Ch'uan and the sister arts -Pakua and Hsing-I are often perceived by the casual watcher as tranquillity and composure in motion. Tai Chi Ch'uan or Long River Fist as it is known looks like Shadow Boxing. The player practises an inner exercise (Taoyin) and deep breathing to produce Chi i.e. nourishing restorative inner force.

The Movements in relation to the Principles.

The movements of Tai Chi are expressed as spiralling, twining connected series of flowing arcs. The postures are carefully coordinated and smoothly performed to gradually achieve a personal and accomplished grace. One must be calmly energetic,

The key to success is found in concentrating within to develop the ROOTED twined actions of swirling and turning. Players, in so doing encourage the balance of muscle, sinew, blood and inner strength.

Tai Chi Chuan is gradual exercise which promotes harmonious balance. The value of strong long term health cannot be undervalued. Testimonials of restored health have been documented en mass. Chinese research has shown that those suffering from arthritis, hypertension, digestion difficulties or general exhaustion have been restored to good health through Tai Chi Chuan