Northern Shaolin

Northern Shaolin Chuan, or Long Fist, is usually learned first.  Shaolin is an external style emphasizing leg strength and stability in stances.  Shaolin contains movement, kicking, blocking, punching, flexibility, conditioning, balance and coordination.  These are all developed through martial routines called "forms."   Shaolin uses large extended, circular movements to improve overall body mobility in the muscles, tendons, and joints.  Shaolin students gain a high level of proficiency in self-defense and confidence, as well as, an excellent foundation for pursuing the more difficult internal styles of Kung-Fu.

Tai Chi Chuan

Tai Chi Chuan, or Grand Ultimate Fist, is an internal style known for its slow, relaxed movements.  The forms of Tai Chi Chuan are for self-defense, but are practiced very slowly to develop balance, control, concentration, and "Qi" circulation.   The practioner of Tai Chi Chuan applies the minimum amount of force to overcome the opponents attack.  It is said in Tai Chi that " Four ounces can deflect 1,000 pounds."  When striking, it is like a whip, soft but strong and penetrating.

Chin Na

Chin Na has taken a firm hold as one of the leading Chinese Martial Arts ever since its emergence. In the Chinese language, Chin Na roughly translates into two words: "Seize" (Chin) and "Control" (Na). From this definition, the implication is that the major purpose of Chin Na is to "Quiet" or stop  an aggressive action without maiming or injuring to a serious extent.  Chin Na techniques are separated into four basic categories: misplacing the bone, dividing the muscle, sealing the breath or vein, and nerve cavity press.

Qigong

Qigong is sometimes referred to as the meditative aspect of the internal arts.  Here you will develop the mind and body as you learn to cultivate and control your internal energy.  We will use a variety of exercises to help you understand and experience the flow of Qi.  The mind and body will begin to work together.  The mind will begin to experience what the physical body is doing.

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