START WITH THE TAI CHI BASICS
1: THE BASIC QUESTIONS
2: THE BASIC EXERCISES
Everyone starts with the basics. Here you will find answers to the most important questions about Tai Chi, followed by 3 simple exercises you can do today.
Once you have finished exploring and reading, jump over to the training site and discover what you can do.
1: THE BASIC QUESTIONS TO ASK
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What is Tai Chi or Tai Chi Chuan or Taijiquan? How important is spelling and why are there so many different versions?
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Is there a difference between Tai Chi and Qigong? Is Qigong any more than hot air? Which of the two practices would be better for you?
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More and more people choose to learn online each year. What are the good and bad points compared to a local class?
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Some say 20 years, others 20 minutes. Is speed a good reference? The answer depends on what you want and how you prefer to learn…
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Can you learn Tai Chi from a book or video? Why are there so many books on the art and can they be a substitute for a class?
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Read all the essential questions that all beginners ask in this entertaining and info-packed FAQ from the teapotmonk
2: THE BASIC EXERCISES TO START WITH
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BALANCE
The Basics Guide to Tai Chi balance showing the benefits and research, instructions and video samples of how to do this beginners exercise.
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Breathing
Simple, easy and quick to learn this Basic Guide to Tai Chi breathing is ideal for complete beginners and starts with a technique called Crane Breathing.
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Walking
A simple and easy starters guide to Tai Chi walking techniques focusing on posture and alignment. Ideal for beginners and those wanting to go back to the basics.
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THE WORKBOOK
All the fundamental exercises compiled in this workbook, with additional stories, interactive elements, illustrations, quizzes, charts and more.
