Are you tired of the stress and complications of everyday life? The events organized by the Departmental Museum of Asian Arts are at your disposal. They mirror the sessions offered daily in Chinese public gardens.
Under the silent guidance of the facilitators, the public will be able to practice, regularly and freely, the two styles of Tai Chi Chuan: the more widespread Yang style, and the Cheng Man Ching style, one of the more recent ones. Additionally, Qi Gong sessions will punctuate the changing of the months and styles of Tai Chi Chuan.
Tai Chi Chuan, a Chinese internal martial art created by the Taoist Chan Zhangfeng between 1260 and 1308, is based on the laws of yin and yang and emphasizes complementarity over opposition. It is a gentle and flexible practice, accessible to all ages, and resembles a combat form. The slow and continuous movements strengthen the body, soothe the mind, and circulate energy.
There is also an interval offering of Qi Gong, where Qi is understood as both breath and energy. It is the art of circulating internal energy, and its practice aims to maintain or restore the balance among the various organs of the body.
These activities have been highly successful with the public, with no less than 1,413 people participating, averaging 83 people per Saturday. Why not take a moment to tune into the zen time?
Upcoming dates for March:
Qi Gong: March 7 and 21
Tai Chi Chuan “Yang style and small Beijing form”: March 14 and 28
