TAIJI FOUNDATIONS
June 14th
On this Taiji Foundations session, we will focus on the Daoist principles of relaxation, smoothness, awareness, deep breathing and refinement of the internal processes. These will be experienced through the 4 main components:
1: SONG SHEN WU FA (太極鬆身五法)
You will be introduced to a highly refined set of 5 exercises created by Master HuangXingXian (黃性賢), a very accomplished Taiji teacher (teacher of our teacher Patrick Kelly).
These simple exercises are optimally designed to loosen the muscles, free the joints and turn the mind inwards. Regular practice will bring durable benefits to Body and Mind.
The 5 Loosening Exercises can later be practiced independently (morning or evening time are perfect for that), or be part of a Taiji or Meditation session.
2: TAIJI FORM
Experience an overview of the 1st part of the Taiji Form of Grand Master ZhengManQing (鄭曼青), and take the first steps in finding the inner elastic power and the benefits for the coordination of Body and Mind.
3: TUI SHOU (太極推手)
You will be introduced to the first few partner exercises Qi Dong (七動)and Dan Tui (單推).These aim to direct the practice towards awakening the sensitivity towards the partner’s Intention (Yi), Energy (Qi) and Forces (Jin)
4: MEDITATION
To close the session, you will be lead through the essential mediation for energy transformation from Lower to Middle Dantian (精Jing, 氣Qi), to direct our training efforts towards inner refinement.
TAIJI TRAINING
3 possibilities
1: If you are a beginner (zero to minimum Taiji experience), join the beginners course, where you will be introduced to the Taiji basics over 24 classes (about a 2 months stage in our beautiful island)
1.5 hours of training 3 times x week.
Cost: 12000 THB
2: If you already have some Taiji experience on our system, join for the regular training 5 times a week.
Ideal for 1 to 4 weeks visit.
Cost: 2500 THB x week
3: Regular training for local residents (or long term visitors)
3 classes x week
Cost: 4000 THB x month
Please get in touch with me via email or Telegram to discuss details before joining, and sort any question
Location
Our base in Koh Chang - Thailand, the ThaiG Hub
GENERAL INFORMATION
TRANSPORTATION
The island of Koh Chang can be reached from Bangkok or Trat airport. You can find full details on the ThaiGhub site, as well as other information on the island.
ACCOMMODATION:
There are several options in the area of Klong Prao where we are located. You can have a look by yourself and check with me before booking. Here are some places that we know or have good references from:
The Forest Koh Chang: literally next door, a boutique resort with 3-4 bungalows. Papaya Cottage: 2 minutes walk from the training place, 6 clean bungalows with very friendly staff. Check our Thaig Hub accommodation page for more.
