LEARN THE TAI CHI SHORT FORM

LEARN THE 37-STEP TAI CHI SHORT FORM WEEK-BY-WEEK IN THIS NEW APPROACH TO ONLINE LEARNING WITH THE TEAPOTMONK

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THE TAI CHI SHORT FORM: WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

  • Are you a complete beginner who wants to learn a recognised Tai Chi form that is practised across the world?

  • Have you started Tai Chi before but gave it up because it was too difficult or confusing? Would you like to discover another way to learn?

  • Are you already learning the Tai Chi 37 Step Short Form by Cheng Man-ch'ing and want a supplementary record of moves and transitions, history and variations?

    Then this easy-to-learn course could be the incentive you need to get back into Tai Chi

Watch the video to see why this course is revolutionising the way we learn online.

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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS TO LEARNING the 37-step course?

  • Greater balance in standing, walking and all movement

  • Better relaxation through coordinated breathing and alignment

  • Improved posture both in standing still and in movement

  • Greater strength developed in your ligaments, tendons and muscles

  • More energy stored and released though joint alignment and improved posture

  • Experience a sense of tranquility and peace through graceful and harmonious movements and learn to transmit this in everything you do

Plus! This course is not just instructional. It’s sensory, informative and entertaining ☟ Watch the example videos below to get a flavour of this new approach to online learning.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE 12 MONTH SHORT FORM COURSE?

  • Weekly Sessions to practice when you want and where you want

  • Full 37 Step Short Form plus variations by major students.

  • Gifs of each move for repeated instructions

  • Overhead shots to help with directions

  • All Angles: Front, back, side views and Mirrored version offered

  • Audio histories about the style or the protagonists each month

  • Silent Recap Session each month that includes the previous months postures combined with illustrated PDF containing all instructions and compiles into complete manual.

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“I just want to say…”

  • snail

    “ I love being able to work though the classes in my own time and repeat them as often as I want.I used to think my snail-like pace held up the class I went to (I’m a slow learner) but not here…”

  • giraffe

    "I’m an introvert, so I prefer to work by myself. and to be anonymous. I was always a bit shy about attending a class but this way and I can still see everything close-up and post questions if I need clarification" - J.C

  • ninja turtle

    I’m really enjoying the overhead shots. They really help with a sense of direction that you can’t get, even in a class. And if I’m unsure about a move, I can ask for clarification or (Now I’m a Ninja) get monthly corrections and feedback on my progress.

  • hippo

    I’m studying with a local class, and so really appreciate back-up and support of this course with the extra details about form positions and angles. Just can’t get that detail from a class…

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 HOW TO LEARN ONLINE

Not everyone feels comfortable with live online Zoom classes. You may prefer not to be on camera, or may need to skip a class now and then. You might have keep up with everyone else - turn up at the right time, on the right day. If you are looking for an alternative, the remember that all teapotmonk tai chi courses are self-study. You go at your own pace in the privacy of your own place. Then, and only if you wish to - you can ask for feedback. But even that is optional. If you want to learn about the different ways there are to learn Tai Chi online, read the linked article below.

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WHAT IF I”M STILL NOT SURE?

Then first, just relax. All my courses come with previews and trial sessions. Just visit any course page and you’ll find sessions to try out.

  • Not sure about which course would be right for you? Use the contact form here and I’ll walk you through the differences. Prefer to talk? No problem, I can set that up too.