Taijiquan

Taijiquan is a traditional Chinese martial art characterized by relaxed, circular movements that work in concert with breath regulation and the cultivation of a righteous, calm and neutral mind.

Taijiquan was developed during the mid-seventeenth century in Wenxian County in the Henan Province of central China and is still heavily practiced throughout the country by people of all ages and by different ethnic groups.

Taijiquan’s basic movements are centered on Wubu (five steps) and Bafa (eight techniques) which are practiced through a series of routines, exercises and Tuishou (hand-pushing performed with a partner).

Original influenced by Daoist and Confucian ideas and theories of traditional Chinese medicine, Taijiquan developed into several systems (or styles) named after a clan or a master’s personal name such as Yang, Chen, Sun and Wu.

Taijiquan builds upon the yin and yang cycle and the cultural understanding of the unity of heaven and humanity. It has slowly been disseminated through legends, proverbs and rituals, among other vehicles of expression.

Modern research has found Taijiquan to be beneficial in the treatment and management of many long term psychological and physical ailments as well as an effect adjunct exercise to rigorous training routines.

Classes Friday mornings 7am-8am at 197 Wellington Street, Launceston (Tas Dance)

All levels of experience welcome