Class Schedule

SUMMER SEMESTER

Introductory Classes — Open to Beginners

Yangjia Michuan Thirteen Postures
A great entry way into learning the Yangjia Michuan style of taijiquan (t’ai chi). Class teaches breathing coordinated with movement to enhance the development of inner energy & peace of mind. Students can choose a class from a variety of times. Six Week Sessions: Includes Basic Exercises and Sections of Thirteen Postures. Wed, July 16 to Aug 20; 7:00 to 8:00 pm; Bob Constantine, Cost $80

Yangjia Michuan Taiji Shan (Fan)
A graceful fan set.Tuesday, July 22, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.; Kathryn Coleman; Cost $10

OTHER TRADITIONS

  • Introduction to Taiji Cane Set
    The cane is a very practical weapon as it can be used as a walking stick.Wed., August 13, 6:00 to 6:45 p.m.; Kathryn Coleman; Cost $10
  • Eight Pieces of Brocade
    A system of Chi Kung Exercises which were devised by Marshal Yue Fei. He was a famous Chinese General, who lived during the Son Dynasty in the twelfth century. These exercises were used by his troops to keep them healthy. These simple exercises can do the same for you. They consist of simple stretches with rhythmic breathing and visualization of the movement of chi to provide light to moderate exercises. Great for those who want to get by with little effort. Bob Constantine; Cost $10 per class. Tuesday, Aug 5 & 19 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.

Intermediate/Advanced Classes

  • Applications (Duan One) Saturday, Aug 9, 7-8:30 a.m., James Sauer; Cost $10
  • Sword Cuts See below, Thurs a.m. drop in classes.

YMT REVIEW CLASSES

  • Shan (Fan) Tues, July 22 & 29, 6-7:00 p.m., Kathryn Coleman; $10 each class
  • Wudang Sword Review, Wed, July 23 & 30 p.m., Son Nguyen; Cost $10 each class.
  • Application Review Friday, Aug 8, 6-7:30 a.m., James Sauer; Cost $10
  • Taiji Shisan Gan (Taiji 13 Pole Movements) Saturday, Aug 9, 8:30-9:45 a.m., James Sauer; Cost $10
  • Forms Review
    • 13 Postures, Sat, Aug 23, 8-9:00 a.m., D & K Coleman; Cost $10
    • Duan One, Sat, Aug 16, 7-8:00 a.m., D & K Coleman; Cost $10
    • Duan Two, Sat, Aug 16, 8-9:00 a.m., D & K Coleman; Cost $10
    • Duan Three, Sat Aug 23, 7-8:00 a.m., D & K Coleman, Cost $10
  • Early Morning Forms & Sword
    Lead by Terri Pellitteri: $5 donation to daoguan per drop in. Tuesday Mornings July 15 to August 12 (five drop in sessions) 6:15 to 8:15 a.m.

    • Duans Two & Three 6:15 to 7:15 a.m.
    • Sword Forms Review 7:15 to 7:45 a.m.

    • Thursday Mornings July 17 to August 14 (five drop in sessions)
    • Thirteen Postures & Duan One 6:15 to 7:15 a.m.
    • Sword Cuts (those new to sword welcome) 7:15 to 7:45 a.m.

OTHER REVIEW CLASSES

Bagua Wed, Aug 6, 5:30-7:p.m., James Sauer; Cost $10