Tai Chi
Tai Chi Chuan is a Chinese martial art that combines movements for relaxation, health, and self-defense. It is known for slow-moving system of functional training movements, which eventually developed into sets of family forms that were vigorously practiced and passed down through the generations. Today it is mostly recognized for its graceful motion, healthful benefits, and meditative mind quality. An ideal exercise helpful for all ages, it promotes proper alignment, balance, mental focus, agility, coordination, and stamina.
List of 24 postures (Yang Style)
Grasp the bird's tail-right style
Single whip
Wave hands like clouds-left style
Single whip
High pat on the horse
Kick with right heel
Strike opponent's ears with both fists
Turn and kick with left heel
Push down and stand on one leg
Push down and stand on one leg
Work at shuttles on both sides
Needle at sea bottom
Flash the arm
Turn, parry and punch
Apparent close up
Cross hands
Closing form
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