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Portrait of Cheng man Ching, who brought Tai Chi to the West.

Cheng Man Ching Performing
His 37 Posture Form

The Professor practicing his 37 posture Yang-style short form: [...]

Cheng Man Ching demonstrates relaxed wrists, also known as

The Spirit of Cheng Man Ching

The following is a tribute to the spirit of Cheng Man Ching taken from the program booklet of the 2nd European Cheng Man Ching Forum and Tournament in 2004. At All Good Tai Chi we also honor his spirit. The Short Form According to Cheng Man Ching By Daniel [...]

Blessings by Br. David Steindl-Rast

"Blessings" by Br. David Steindl-Rast "Bless what there is, for being. Whatever it be, bless it because it exists, you need no other reason. Source of all blessings, you bless us with breath.
Tai Chi and Qigong for Mood Regulation

A review of recent studies examining both Qi Gong and Tai Chi in randomized controlled trials and meta-analysis of studies which met clear scientific criteria has shown a potential not only for physical benefits
Kua Squats May Hold Off Dementia

Evidence is beginning to show that long term practice of T'ai Chi can affect brain structure and function, possibly helping to stave off cognitive decline and dementia as we age.(1) But, how does it
Cheng Man Ching Performing
His 37 Posture Form

The Professor practicing his 37 posture Yang-style short form:
Play T’ai Chi

Having fun is an important part of learning T’ai Chi. Indeed, many T'ai Chi practitioners refer to T'ai Chi practice as "playing T'ai Chi" and T'ai Chi participants as "players." When students learn to

Cheng Man Ching PerformingHis 37 Posture Form

The Spirit of Cheng Man Ching

Cheng Man Ching Performing
His 37 Posture Form