TAI CHI:

Tai Chi is a soft, flowing, slow-paced, low-impact, form of exercise that builds strength, increases flexibility, and enhances balance. It is also a style of martial art, which originated in China as a form of Kung Fu. By it's very nature Tai Chi can be practiced by people of any age and in almost any physical condition. Many exercise regimes are out of reach for the person who would most benefit from exercise but is unable to take the physical "pounding" which many forms of exercise exert on the body. Tai Chi can help lower blood pressure, and produces a feeling of well-being similar to brisk walking and jogging. All the movements of Tai Chi are natural and rounded so there is no stress on the joints. All movements are done after the weight is shifted fully onto one foot or the other so there is no damage or impact to the knee joints.

Tai Chi at Tyler Kung Fu & Fitness:

Tyler Kung Fu & Fitness offers a remarkable Tai Chi program which includes several forms of Tai Chi Chu'an both empty hand and weapons.

There are five classes a week - with private lessons scheduled by appointment. Daytime classes are Monday and Wednesday 1:15pm - 2:15pm. Evening classes are Monday and Wednesday 5:30pm - 6:30pm taught by Sifu Brandon Jones and Instructors Sandra Harper and Sue Little.

Tai Chi, originally called Chinese Boxing, is both an incredibly beneficial exercise program and an effective martial art for self defense. Tyler Kung Fu & Fitness is currently offering Yang Empty Hand, Chen Style (cannon fist) Empty Hand and Traditional Yang Style Walking Stick Tai Chi Chu'an. Each class teaches vigorous, beneficial warm up exercises and the various forms of Tai Chi step by step.

The benefits of Tai Chi are so numerous, it would be impossible to include all of them on our website. Simply put, you will look better, feel better and have much more self confidence. We hope to see you soon!