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World Tai Chi Day

Please join us in celebrating World Tai Chi Day.  On April 30th at 10AM local time, people across the globe will be practicing tai chi.

The ancient art of tai chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today's busy lifestyles and improve health.  Tai chi has many different styles, such as yang and wu, each with its own subtle emphasis on various principles and methods.  Some may focus on health maintenance, while others focus on the martial aspect of tai chi.  The intensity of tai chi varies depending on the form or style practiced.  Some forms of tai chi are more fast-paced and require more exertion than others, for instance. However, most forms are gentle and suitable for everyone, so you can practice tai chi regardless of your age or physical ability — tai chi emphasizes technique over strength.

Following the complimentary tai chi lesson, there will be a demonstration of other martial art styles.

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