Tai Chi Chuan is meditation in motion. It is an internal Chinese martial arts practice known for its self-defense and its internal health benefits. It is considered a soft style of martial arts that makes it easy for everyone at any age or with disabilities to practice. Though it appears graceful and gentle it is deceivingly effective as a method of self-defense. These slow and rhythmical movements are designed to stimulate the flow of energy within the body to improve mind-body connection. The term Tai Chi refers to the Taoist philosophy of yin (soft) and yang (hard),a state of mutual existence and dynamic equilibrium of all things.
Tai chi practice promotes balance, joint flexibility, improves cardiovascular and respiratory function, reducing pain, stress and anxiety.