 Tai
Chi, if being looked at from a Western point of view,
can be best described as a moving form of yoga and meditation
combined. Originally derived from martial arts, the slow,
graceful movements also in places reflect the natural movements
of animals and birds, as symbols or 'pictures', designed to
focus the mind and breathing through a complex series of executions.
In
Tai Chi, where the form is practised in slow continual fluidic
movement, muscles and joints are in motion, and breathing
is regulated as an integral part of this. The effect is a
sedative upon the central nervous system which helps to stimulate
improvements upon the body's other systems. It is calming
and de-stressing, the movements themselves becoming physical
poetry to a meditative process. When practised properly, Chi
energy is increased, and one often feels a 'tingling' of fingers
and toes, and a warming up of the body. The mind becomes clear,
and relaxed. The movements give practically a means for motor
control, balance etc. and can help posture and loosen tight
muscles.
Long
Yang Form is one of the longest forms in the tai chi pantheon,
and for the first time on interactive media, Taichido.com
are proud to introduce the full form as step-by step instruction.
Learn
the Form at your own pace, look at it from different angles,
read and listen to instruction, understand other aspects such
as breathing and footwork, and gain an understanding of the
wider view of tai chi.
Gary Robinson/Mark Allen
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