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Mahwah T’ai Chi Academy

 

Located at Shido-kan Karate of Mahwah

300 Ridge Road, Mahwah NJ 07430

School 201-818-5120

Sifu Mike Solarino 201-574-7068

email: friends@shidokanofmahwah.com

Click Here for the T'ai Chi Site:  http://www.mahwahtaichi.com/

 

 Instruction in the fundamental training of T'ai Chi Chuan and Pa-kua jong as taught by Sifu Michael Solarino

 

                Join millions of people worldwide who have             discovered  the ancient Chinese Martial Art which promotes health and harmony of the body and mind....

Tai Chi Chuan

               Mahwah T’ai Chi Academy Classes

               Tuesday    Tai Chi Fundamentals   - All Levels                         7:00-8:00    pm 

            Thursday   Chi-Gong - Recommended for Beginners               7:00-8:00     pm

             Friday       Tai Chi Fighting Exercises, Interm/Advanced      6:30-7:30     pm

             Friday       Tai Chi Self-Defense - All Levels                          7:30-8:30     pm

             Sunday      Tai Chi Open Class - All Levels                              9:30 - 10:30  am  

             Sunday     Advanced Class (Long Forms, Weapons)              10:30- 11:30   am

       

T’ai Chi Chuan, one of China’s greatest art forms, has survived for centuries because its essence is as gentle, soft and flowing as life itself. Today, it is practiced by millions of people throughout the world.  Its therapeutic benefits—for young and old alike—are legendary. 

What is T’ai Chi Chuan?  Veiled in secrecy for centuries, T’ai Chi Chuan (also known as Taiji) is an ancient Chinese “internal” martial art that combines relaxed, flowing movements with a calm, alert mental state. 

Am I too old or out of shape to begin T’ai Chi Chuan? People of all ages, shapes and sizes practice T’ai Chi Chuan every day. Its exercises are gentle sets of poses, each flowing softly into the next, often reflecting the graceful movements of birds and other animals. 

What are the benefits of T’ai Chi Chuan? T’ai Chi Chuan’s gentle, soft rhythmic gestures develop healthy breathing patterns and relaxation techniques that reduce stress and improve posture, balance, strength, flexibility and coordination. 

Tell me more. Ancient Chinese medicine teaches how the relationship of thoughts and emotions directly affect health. All things that flow through our minds and bodies influence our “Chi” or “Life Energy.” The practice of T’ai Chi Chuan helps keep our “Life Energy” in proper balance, and the result is improved health and well-being. 

How can T’ai Chi Chuan improve my health? T’ai Chi Chuan used healing exercises, self-massage, healthy breathing techniques and meditations to improve health and harmony of both body and mind. It can reduce pain, stress and anxiety as well as boost the immune system and aid cardiovascular and respiratory functions. 

What about the ‘martial arts’ or self-defense part of T’ai Chi Chuan? Will I have to break boards? You may break a sweat but don’t worry about the lumber. Martial arts or self-defense instruction of T’ai Chi Chuan is taught using partner drills, sparring drills and sensitivity drills. These are traditionally called “push hands,” “sticky hands,” and “silk reeling.” Weapons training is also available. 

Tell me about your instructor. Sifu Michael Solarino has studied the Chinese martial arts for 14 years, receiving instruction in Shaolin Kung-fu, T’ai Chi (short form) and Bangua jong. He currently studies Chen style T’ai Chi and Shen Xing Jong from Grand Master Wang Tianmin, Head of Shun Style Kung-fu.

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Mahwah Tai Chi Academy

Office 201-818-5120

Sifu Mike Solarino 201-574-7068

 

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