Foundation Course

Introduction to Yang Style Tai Chi by way of the Foundation Form. This is a short form that contains the essential concepts laid down by Yang Chen Fu and prepares the student for deeper study of the 108 Long Form.

Zhang Zhuan Chi Kung (Standing Chi Kung) is also introduced at this time as well as the Academy's Core Exercises and Settling the Breath Meditation exercise.

Yang Style Long Form

The Long Form consists of 108 movements and is the form handed down by Yang Chen Fu (Yang Family). The study of the Long Form delves deeper into the Principles of Tai Chi and incorporates Yang Chen Fu's 10 Essential Points.

The Long Form is divided (for learning purposes only) into 3 Parts. As the student progresses, the seperate parts are joined together to give the final Long Form.

Chi Kung (Qi Gong)

Chi Kung is loosely translated as 'Breath' or 'Energy' (Chi/Qi) Work (Kung/Gong). The style of Chi Kung promoted by the Academy is Zhang Zhuan Chi Kung (Standing Chi Kung). This consists of 8 positions which are held for increasing amounts of time in order that the student builds a strong energy foundation for training in Tai Chi and for strengthening overall health.

Yang Style Sword

Straight sword and Broadsword forms are taught to students who have completed the Yin/Yang and Open/Closed Long Form.