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There exists a very ancient history in China of movement systems that are associated with health and philosophy. In some sense one can see all of these as contributing to the climate in which Tai Chi was born.
Popularity
There are numerous Tai Chi centres though one would have to search around a little more than for other marshal art centres. Though some weaponry is used the art of Tai Chi is more linked to the health of a person than as a combat sport.
Age
This routine is open to all ages and all people, disabled and even pregnant women can participate in this mind developing body balancing sport.
Ability
The ability of tai chi form is to enable one to bring the principles of yin and yang back into their fundamental, natural harmony. The ultimate effect of this harmony, according to Taoism and Tai Chi, is one's physical and spiritual well being.
Description
Tai chi is a Chinese martial art that is primarily practiced for its health benefits, including a means for dealing with tension and stress. Among the martial arts, there are two basic types: the hard martial arts and the soft martial arts. The latter are also called internal arts. Examples of the hard martial arts are karate and kung fu (or wushu). Examples of the soft martial arts are ba gua and tai chi.
Dedication
Tai chi emphasizes complete dedication and relaxation, it is essentially a form of meditation, or what has been called meditation in motion. Unlike the hard martial arts, tai chi is characterized by soft, slow, flowing movements that emphasize force, rather than brute strength. Though it is soft, slow, and flowing, the movements are executed precisely. An excellent medium for people who have stress related problems.
Potential
With Chinese imports, such as acupuncture and herbs, tai chi is becoming popular in the West. It appeals to people of all ages because it's not intimidating. Seniors like tai chi because the slow, synchronized movements are easy to learn and perform.
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Related Activities
Understanding the body, mind control, stress imbalance and relief, flexibility for joint sufferers and the understanding of herbal remedies are some of the activities associated with this art form.
Cost
There is great variation in costs between clubs for membership, tuition and annual fees. Never part with any money or sign any contracts that legally bind you to a membership for any period of time on your first lesson. Find out additional costs with doing the martial arts - and ask about uniforms - gradings - student licence's - insurance - yearly membership fee's, joining fee's and kit that you may need to use within the club i.e. sparring kit or anything else that you may need.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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