PHED 18B - INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI (TAIJI)

    Recent Professors
    ANTHONY WONG
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    10–20 students
    Credits
    1
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of PHED 18B
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area E
    Description
    Focuses on the understanding and transition of body alignment in stillness to dynamic alignment during the Taijiquan form practice. Emphasizes maintaining the body alignment during movements and through motion with natural breathing. External movements guiding the internal energy flow exercises (Hun Yuan Qigong) and a series of connected spiral movements (Silk Reeling Exercises) will be taught, as well as mind body awareness. Practice of second section of Chen-style Taijiquan Lao Jia (Old Frame) first routine to facilitate the development of the body-ground connection.
    Usually Held
    Tue 6:00pm–8:50pm