Ancient Wisdom for The New You: January 2014

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Phone Issues

This is just to let you all know that our business phone (209-753-7865) has been on the blink since the first of the year. The issues was just resolved this morning, so we can receive calls once again. If you tried reaching us by phone between Jan. 1, 2014 and now we did not receive your call, so please try again. We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your patience.

Tai Chi Compass Wall Hanging

Traditionally cardinal directions are used to teach Tai Chi forms. It helps students understand which way to turn when moving from one movement to the next. Most forms start "facing south". Although, it is not important to face actual south, hanging this piece on a wall in your training area will help orient you. Always start your form facing this piece. If you step to the left, you have stepped East. If you then step forward, you have stepped South. If you turn right, you have turned toward the West. That is the footwork for the beginning of the Yang Style 103 Form. Using the cardinal directions makes instructions easier to follow, which makes this piece ideal for practicing Tai Chi or learning Tai Chi via distance-learning technology.