Tai chi is a gentle form of exercise from Chinese. It is a system of meditative movement and great for people to gain strength, balance and flexibility. This mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has value in treating or preventing many health problems. Tai chi can be easily adapted for anyone, from the most fit to people confined to wheelchairs or recovering from surgery. And people can get started even if you aren’t in top shape or the best of health. In this low-impact, slow-motion exercise, you go without pausing through a series of motions named for animal actions — for example, “white crane spreads its wings” — or martial arts moves, such as “box both ears.” As you move, you breathe deeply and naturally, focusing your attention — as in some kinds of meditation — on your bodily sensations. Tai chi differs from other types of exercise in several respects. The movements are usually circular and never forced, the muscles are relaxed rather than tensed, the joints are not fully extended or bent, and connective tissues are not stretched.
Dr. Yujing Sun is a long time Tai chi practitioner. She started to practice Tai chi with her father as child, she later learned from Chen Tai chi master in China. Now, practice Tai chi is her important self-care activity.
The following video on the left was a group Taichi performance at 2014 Champlain lake Dragon boat festival. The following video on the right was Yang Tai chi 24 forms performed by Yujing Sun on her backyard.
2016 Spring Semester Tai chi class announcement
Dr. Sun will teach Tai chi class through Vermont Chinese school from Jan 29th to Jun 10th 2016 (17 classes, no class Feb 26th, Apr 22th and May 27th, cost $60). Adult, beginning level, no experience required. One hour class every Friday 6pm to 7pm at South Burlington high school.
Registration call George at 802-238-4773 or visit www.vermontchineseschool.org