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Academy Tai Chi Chuan

ITCCA Hungary – International Tai Chi Chuan Association

”To move in silence, fluid as water: relaxing, soothing, refreshing. Let your entire system be strengthened.

Tai Chi Chuan: close to human nature”

A year in-depth Tai Chi Chuan training

This special programme is an unique opportunity to learn the beautiful form of Tai Chi Chuan, the (martial) art of movement aimed at both inner and outer strength.

During the course of 2023, you will learn the complete form of the original Yang Style of Tai Chi Chuan as well as many related aspects: breathing techniques, Qi Gong (both dynamic & still exercises), Taoistic (self)massage, meditation and Pushing Hands partner exercises. The lessons consists mainly of practise, but also include theory to enhance your practice. This special programme is intended for those who are curious about deepening their awareness and experiencing of body and mind.

A year in-depth Tai Chi Chuan Training includes:

6 weekends live lessons in nature: each weekend consisting of 12 hours teaching hours

30 online training classes

6 private one-hour online lessons

Practise

the complete Tai Chi Chuan Original Yang Style (long form)
Taoistic health exercises (dynamic Qi Gong)
Zhan Zhuang (standing Qi Gong)
Yi Gong
Qi self-massage
Meditation
Pushing Hands
Breathing techniques
Posture & movement patterns

For who:

if you are interested in learning the (martial) art of Tai Chi Chuan & Qi Gong
if you wish to improve your short-term and long-term health and well-being
when you are interested in becoming a certified ITCCA Teacher

Min/Max participants: 8 – 15

Theory

The concepts of Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong and Qi

Basics of Taoism and philosophy of YinYang
5 pfases (elements) theory
Meridians and acupressure points
Myofascia lines
Basic anatomy & alignment principles
Knowledge of common body postures

Note: all of the theory is also integrated in the practical lessons.

There are good reasons for practicing Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, meditation and Taoist massage: better health, increased awareness, more internal energy and harmony for everyday life.

Classes are held in English, so internationally orientated, but the assistant is Hungarian and can translate when necessary.

€ 925
(or equivalent in HUF)

Minimum participants: 8
Maximum participants: 15

6 weekends live lessons in nature: each weekend consisting of 12 hours
30 weekly online training classes
6 private one hour lesson
manual Tai Chi Chuan - ITCCA Hungary
all practise and theory class (as mentioned at 'program'

Location – Bedepuszta

Bedepuszta is a small pittoresque village, in the quiet and peaceful province of Nógrád. It lies in a small valley surrounded by hills and grasslands, completely amidst nature. The 6 live weekends will be taught here. To practise in a natural environment is enriching for your Tai Chi.

Date of the new weekends will come soon. Start in October 2022

Accommodation

In the small village there is a possibility so stay overnight in one of the holiday houses or B&B-rooms. You can also opt to share a house with your fellow students. For information regarding the houses see www.villageretreat.eu .

Introduction class Tai Chi Chuan

Next date will be known soon

10:00h – 12:30h

Come and find out if it is right for you!

This introduction is to get acquainted with Tai Chi Chuan, the Original Yang Style, the in-depth programme, our way of teaching and the location.

Try it out and feel what Tai Chi can do for you and just see if the atmosphere suits you. You will be introduced to Tai Chi Chuan, Taoist Health Exercises (dynamic Qi Gong), Zhan Zhuang (standing Qi Gong), Tao meditation and Qi self-massage.