Beginning Classes
Section
I
Next Beginning Class:
April 4 - May 23, 2012
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm View Details
Or call 816-531-0065 for more information
The beginning class is
typically 7-8 weeks long and meets twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays
from 6:30-7:30 pm. The first 18 of 37 movements (Section I) are
taught. The cost for the entire session is $210 - $240 which includes Saturday
review sessions. Full-time students will receive
a $25 discount.
Don't be in a hurry, but be consistent.
Tai Chi is a life-long study so it is important from the beginning
to adopt an unhurried, non-competitive approach.
Everybody learns at a different pace for a variety of reasons, so
some people are able to move through the beginning classes rapidly while others may wish to repeat a section more than once. Depth of understanding far outweighs speed of acquisition. As in the case of the tortoise and the hare, a slow, steady pace is often the better strategy. It is also best to learn the whole form in one sustained effort than to split it up over and extended period of time.
Consistency in instruction,
attendance, and daily practice are essential for someone learning
the basics. The form is presented in a clear, concise, and organized manner with plenty of repetition and opportunity to ask questions. Optional review sessions are held most Saturday mornings. Students will be successful if they are consistent in attendance and persevere in their daily practice.
If you would like to observe
a class, please call 816-531-0065 to schedule a time. If you
would like to be notified of future beginning classes, please contact
us .
Next Beginning Class:
April 4 - May 23, 2012
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm View Details
Or call 816-531-0065 for more information
Section
II – Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00
pm
After achieving good comprehension
and facility with Section I you may progress to Section II (movements
19-37). Section II movements are taught in an 8-week session on
Monday and Wednesday from 6:30-8:00 pm. Note: This overlaps Section 1 on purpose.
Once you've learned the 37 postures you may participate in the advanced
classes .
List
of 37-postures (pdf)
Cheng
Man Ching video
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