Hsing-I Chuan (Form-Mind Boxing) has a hard, angular external appearance, but actually cultivates a “soft” internal strength. While appearing linear from the outside the Hsing-I practitioner is actually working with very compact circular movement. With proper practice the channels and meridians of the body are opened and strengthened and the organ systems are encouraged to […]

These classes offer Tai Chi-related exercises, Chi building breathing exercises, and study and practice the Tai Chi long form.

For beginning and continuing Lok Hup students. We are offering a new intake of students who want to learn Lok Hup for the first time. Suitable for those who have completed at least one round of Tai Chi 108 class. Note that on Tues, Oct 15 (this day only), class venue change to Church of […]

*This class is not by-donation as it is organized via Nanaimo Parks and Recreation. Series of 15 classes from Sept 3 to Dec 17, 2024 Students in this course do Tai Chi-related exercises and learn the complete 108 moves of the long form. They are exposed to Yang Cheng Fu's 10 Principles of Tai Chi […]

These classes offer Tai Chi-related exercises, Chi building breathing exercises, and study and practice the Tai Chi 108 long form which engages students to turn, and to weight shift in their legs as well, to improve mobility, balance, and flexibility. Instructor: Don

This continuing class will be taught by Don and a guest instructor each week. Our team of continuing instructors collectively will introduce more nuanced/advanced material as well as review and fully incorporate the principles/foundations of Tai Chi. Students are invited to engage with the versatility of Tai Chi as an internal martial art, a system […]

This class is suitable for beginners, and starts Sept 12th, 2024, and runs for 8 weeks (from Sept 12 - Oct 31) Covering the first 17 moves and an introduction to foundations of Tai Chi and exercises to improve balance, strength, and focus.  

For continuing students Instructor: Arnis

This new gentle Tai Chi class has been conceptualized by Steve H, a Tai Chi student, in collaboration with instructor Ken S. This is a seated and standing Tai Chi class, slower paced, and suitable for beginners and continuing students who may need some extra encouragement and support to participate regularly. Steve noted: "I'm keen to […]

For beginning and continuing students, whether you have no background or some background in Tai Chi, either  the complete 108 moves, or at least the first 17 moves. This class is taught be two instructors -- Pauline and Ken2, so we can accommodate a mixed level. Beginners will have the opportunity to learn the foundations […]