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What is Tai Chi?

Tai Chi is a Martial Arts exercise developed in China to improve health and increase internal energy through movement. Emphasis is focused on natural movement, correct posture, extension, body control, centering and fluidity. Tai Chi is referred to as "meditation in motion". By maintaining slow, natural, breathing, one massages the internal organs and helps clear the mind. As a Martial Art, Tai Chi thought is, if you can perform a move almost perfectly when done slowly, then the same move can be performed adequately at high speeds. It is a wonderful discipline for all ages and is said to have many health benefits.

John Putman teaches a short 24 move Tai Chi set emphasizing learning one move at a time. Mr. Putman helps create a relaxed atmosphere and gives one on one instruction. As Students advance, the practical application of moves learned and pushing hands practice are also offered, but not required, in order to learn a great set that one can practice on their own for the rest of their lives.