Tai Chi Chuan

Tai Chi (Taiji) is a Chinese martial art that was founded centuries ago, most notably by the legendary Chang San Feng (1391 – 1459). Tai Chi is the epitome of internal martial arts, it is highly focused on the idea that there is an energy or chi flowing throughout the body, with the conception this energy can be manifested through slow controlled movements, breathing and posture, which can be described as meditation in motion.

Over the years Taichi was split into four main styles, Yang, Chen, Sun and Wu. Each style has the underlying principles of Tai Chi and its own unique characteristics within the forms, for instance, the only style that teaches attacking is Chen style.

Translated Tai Chi means “supreme ultimate fist” and this is quite appropriate, while it takes a lot of dedication and years of practice it can become an incredibly powerful style of martial art.
Self defensive proficiency is a long term goal with Tai Chi so it may not suit everyone, but it is a great martial art for people of any age, body type and fitness ability.