Updated 7/7/04

 

 

Tai Chi Chuan

(Supreme Ultimate Fist)

 

   Tai Chi Chuan is the most practiced martial art in the world today. As indicated by its' name it is considered by many to be an extremely high level martial art.

   Based on the yin-yang principle of balancing complementary forces, Tai Chi teaches the practitioner that through softness we can develop the sensitivity to yield to an aggressive force and attack an opponent's weak position. In the three levels of fighting explained in the description of Northern Shao Lin Chuan, the highest level of fighting is to have such complete control over our body that any force applied to it sets the body in motion. Yielding completely and countering when our opponent is off balance or otherwise exposed is what makes this art so effective against a much larger opponent. It should be understood that the development of this finesse art as a form of self-defense is a long-term goal and is traditionally preceded by training in a style such as Northern Shao Lin.

   Highly recognized as an exercise form for improving health, the practice of Tai Chi Chuan benefits the body in many ways. The slow rhythmic movements gently exercise the muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons improving ones flexibility and coordination without causing some of the joint and muscle problems associated with more aggressive forms of exercise. The diaphragmatic or natural breathing method employed, increases the oxygen levels in the blood and the twisting turning movements create an internal massage that increases blood flow to the organs. This increased blood flow combined with higher levels of oxygen provides greater elimination of toxins within the organs and throughout the body.

   The continued practice of Tai Chi has been proven to be effective against such chronic ailments as Arthritis, Insomnia, Back Pain, Asthma, Poor Circulation and more.

 

 

 

 

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