Tai Chi Relaxation
Level II
Tài Jí Sōng Shēn Jiǔ Shì
太极松身九式
Nine Movements
June 8-11, 2024
with Teacher Li Jing
In-person training
Freising, Germany
Learn directly from Teacher Jing.
Tai Chi Relaxation Level II is the continuation of Level I. The focus is on connecting acupuncture points to ensure a smooth flow of Qi.
Some of the 9 known positions/movements of Level I are slightly modified and we add flavor and “spice” to the exercises by learning to direct Qi through breathing and our thoughts.
Tai Chi Relaxation Level II is also easy to learn. We work with the breath to reduce stress. This leads to deep relaxation and fulfillment and helps to maintain physical and mental health.
The Nine Movements Tai Chi Relaxation Level II:
涌泉纳气 yǒng quán nà qì (nà means gathering)
上焦觉气 shàng jiāo jué qì (jué means be aware / to feel)
中焦•气运化 zhōng jiāo qì yùn huà
下焦通气 xià jiāo tōng qì (tōng means going through/ no blockage)
督脉行气 dū mài xíng qì (qi moves in du mai)
大椎带气 dà chuí dài qì (dài means lead)
提膝•神阙和气 tí xī shén quē hé qì (after the dot is the same as the name in level I)
转体•至阳顺气 zhuǎn tǐ zhì yáng shùn qì zhuǎn tǐ means turning body (after the dot is the same as the name in level I)
丹田养气 dān tián yǎng qì (yǎng means nourish)
Restore balance, harmonize your qi, find inner peace.
Prerequisites: Tai Chi Relaxation Level I
About Tai Chi Relaxation
Seven Unique Features:
Enriched learning: Tai Chi Yin-Yang aspects = Completion | Fullness. Moving meditation is comparable to the Yang aspect, and non-moving meditation is comparable to Yin. You can apply Tai Chi Yin-Yang aspects not only to this practice but also to your daily life.
Relaxation activates your potential ability: In the class, you will learn how to relax your body and your mind to experience Qi energy.
Physical and emotional functions: Each meditative movement of Tai Chi Relaxation follows Yin-Yang philosophy and TCM theory to help remove blockages and reduce negative emotions.
I know vs. I feel: Often we say “oh, I know, I know”, but in reality, we cannot do or feel what we thought we knew. What we know and what we do often are two different things. Chinese philosopher Wang Yang-Ming (1472-1529) emphasized zhi xing he yi, or the unity of knowledge and action. That is the specialty of our training!
Choice of position: You can practice Tai Chi Relaxation while standing, sitting or lying down.
Wide ranges of age: This practice is suitable for any age practitioner, from 3 to 130 years old!
Can be practiced anywhere – Indoors or outdoors, you only need 2 square meters to do the entire practice. Remember, nature is not only outside, but also inside. Set your body free and find nature wherever you are.
Goals:
To promote balanced emotions
To improve health
To bring inner fulfillment toward a more meaningful life
Q&A:
Are there any prerequisites?
Yes. Students must have completed Tai Chi Relaxation Level I.
Can I practice if I have an injury?
It depends on the level of the injury. Tai Chi Relaxation is deeply healing and may be quite beneficial. It may be possible to modify the movements to suit your needs. Please contact us with your specific situation so we can advise you.
Learn to move like wind, like clouds. When you move with ease, your qi flows. You feel yourself stepping out of chaos and into an orderly flow. Your heart becomes calm and your mind becomes clear.
— Teacher Jing