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One aspect of maintaining a healthy mind and body is regular exercise. The Center for Traditional Asian Health currently provides instruction in two martial styles with different focuses: Yang-style Taiji for a relaxing, low-impact workout; and Wing Chun Kung Fu for self-defense.
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Yang Taiji Quan
In addition, depending on time and interest, we will also cover Qigong basics,
including deep breathing and an internal style of martial arts known as Water Fist.
Coach Zhou Jian-Hua has a Master's Degree in Physical Education with a focus on martial
arts. To learn more, click
HERE.
We follow the approach of Sifu Lo Man Kam, the nephew of Bruce Lee's teacher
Grandmaster Yip Man. Click
HERE for more information.
DAYS:
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
TIME:
7:30 - 8:00 AM
INSTRUCTOR:
Mike Shea, John Kang
LOCATION:
Behind Virginia Historical Society; cancelled when raining
TUITION:
Free
We practice the 24 Yang short form and the compulsory 42 combined form.
The Yang forms emphasize slow, graceful motions that facilitate the flow
of Qi in the body while helping to relax the mind. The 42 form as sanctioned
by the Chinese Wushu governing body, combines the movements of several styles
of Taiji.
Taiji Classes are held behind the Virginia Historical Society on Kensington and
Boulevard
Wushu
DAYS:
Wednesdays, Fridays
TIME:
5:45 - 7:30 PM
INSTRUCTOR:
Coach Zhou Jian-Hwa
LOCATION:
Randolph Community Center
1415 Grayland Avenue
Richmond, VA
TUITION:
$5/class
A beautiful art that develops speed, flexibility, and cardiovascular health, Contemporary
Wushu will probably become the next Olympic Sport in 2008. It incorporates modified
versions of Northern, Southern, and Internal styles of Chinese martial arts.
Wing Chun Kung Fu
DAYS:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
TIME:
7:00 - 8:30 PM
INSTRUCTOR:
John Kang
LOCATION:
Richmond Athletic Center
4700 Thalbro St
Richmond, VA 23230
TUITION:
$75/month
Created by a woman, Wing Chun Kung Fu emphasizes directness and efficiency.
Made famous by Bruce Lee, it is one of the most popular forms of Chinese
martial arts today.
Taiji Classes are held behind the Virginia Historical Society on Kensington and
Boulevard