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What is Tai Chi Chuan?
Tai Chi (also written as T'ai Chi, Taiji, Tai Chi Chuan, among others) is a slow-motion, moving meditative exercise for relaxation, health and self-defense. Originally from China, Tai Chi has gained enormous popularity in America and throughout the rest of the world for its health benefits.

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A Brief History of Tai Chi Chuan
The Tai Chi Chuan form has been handed down for generations through different families, since its creation by the legendary Taoist master Chang San-Feng during the Sung Dynasty (960-1279 C.E.). There are many different accounts of the origin of the form. . . . keep reading
Postures of the Cheng Man-Ching Tai Chi Form
The number of postures in different Tai Chi styles varies greatly. The original Tai Chi form consisted of 13 postures, based on the 8 trigrams and 5 elements. One of the most widely practiced styles o . . . keep reading
What is Tai Chi Push Hands (Tui Shou)?
Practicing the Tai Chi solo form teaches one to remain balanced, focused and relaxed while in motion. However, only through the practice of Tai Chi Push Hands does one improve these abilities while in physical contact with another human being. . . . keep reading
So... Tai Chi is Really a Martial Art?
Tai Chi Chuan, which means supreme ultimate boxing or fist, or simply "Tai Chi", as it is commonly known, is at its most advanced level, a martial art. How can this be, you ask? How is it p . . . keep reading
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