New School T'ai Chi Ch'uan

What is T'ai Chi Ch'uan?

T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a Chinese martial art that emphasizes balance and body coordination rather than muscle strength. It requires relaxation of the mind and body and is therefore not only practiced for developing physically, but also mentally. The set of T'ai Chi movements can be practiced slowly as a form of meditation or can be adapted for self defense training. Anyone can practice regardless of age, gender or athletic ability.

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What are the benefits of T'ai Chi Ch'uan?

The regular practice of T'ai Chi Ch'uan helps increase body coordination, balance, overall fitness and health. It has also helped many students increase their concentration, lower their stress and anxiety levels and they have found that their academic studies have benefited greatly.

Read more about the health benefits and research about Tai Chi here:

• Harvard Medical School article, The health benefits of Tai Chi

• The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health's website, Tai Chi: What you need to know. It provides research summaries about Tai Chi as an intervention for fall prevention, stroke, Parkinson's disease, pain reduction, diabetes, and hypertension.

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What style do we teach?

We practice Grandmaster William C.C. Chen's Yang style forms. We practice short form, sword form, form applications and push hands. Learn more about about Grandmaster William C.C. Chen by visiting his website at http://www.williamccchen.com/

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Who can benefit from this practice and who is welcome at the school?

Anyone can benefit from Tai Chi. Beginners are always welcome. Join our relaxing and calm class environment to improve your physical and mental well-being.

When are classes held?

We offer in-person classes on Wednesday evenings & Saturday mornings. Advanced, online classes meet on Sunday mornings.  The best class times for beginners are Wednesdays 6-7pm and Saturdays 11am-noon. More details on our class times page.

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How do I sign up?

We have rolling enrollment so fill out the form on the Contact Us page when you are ready to start taking classes. Send us email at newschooltaichi@gmail.com with any questions.
 

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611 West 11th Street, Bloomington IN 47404

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