Liuhe Bafa (also called water boxing) is a little known Chinese internal martial art. Despite its similarity to the three known Chinese internal arts, Taijiquan, Xingyiquan and Baguazhang it has undergone an independent development, the origins date back more than a thousand years.

The movements of Qigong water waves are easy, flowing and wavy, but also - like water - very strong and inevitable. They are based on the ancient internal martial art Liuhe Bafa, which was created from the roots of Daoism.

This course is designed to be open so that all participants supported depending on Capacity. The silk reeling Qigong is taught as a base for all. Experienced and advanced students will learn the 13 movement and sword forms. Beginners can opt for a form and be supported individually.

Chen-style Taijiquan 13 movement form The Chen-style Taijiquan is the original form of Taijiquan, from which many other styles developed.Chen Style Taijiquan contains very many elements of self defense. It is characterized by the dynamics of its movements, soft quiet periods and by its spiral dynamics. This short form was created by Su Huaxiang in 2003.

Chen-style Tai Chi Saber This saber is a traditional weapons form of Chen-style Tai Chi. In addition to the typical characteristics of the Chen style - change of hardness and softness, Speed and slowness - it is characterized by directness.

Silk Reeling Qigong Chan Si literally means "bundle delicate silk thread spiral, " Gong is exercise. This special Qigong, which evolved from Chen-Style Taijiquan, is particularly suitable for basic training. It contains a number simple spiral movements to help the practitioner to sensitize perception of the internal energy of motion. The meridians where the Qi circulates in the body, are activated and regulated, so that the positive effect on the internal organs is attained. Blood circulation, respiration, digestion and metabolism are stabilized and improved.

This evening we want to deal with the hidden, martial aspects in the solo form of Taiji. Some exemplary movements are practiced with and without a partner to gain a deeper understanding of the content of the Taiji form.

The Qigong of the Daoist monastery on the Wudang Mountains in northwest China Hubei province has a long-standing tradition. The monk Zhang Sanfeng is often considered the founder the internal martial arts. It originated in the region a variety of traditional methods of inner alchemy. Wudang Qigong is easy to learn, can be done standing or sitting and is therefore suitable for people of all ages suitable.

Chen-style Tai Chi Sword Saturday, 2:07:11, 10.00 - 13.00 and 14.30 - 18.00 Sunday, 03:07:11, 10.00 - 14.00 / 150,00 Euro per person 16 movement and 32 movement Taiji sword form and basic exercises This weekend, Mr. Su Huaxiang gives an intensive course the art of Chinese sword. The sword (Jian) is regarded in China as "the queen of weapons". The techniques of the sword and graceful and flowing. Particular attention is in the various intricate and fast techniques. This course is designed to be open, so that each according to his ability is supported. The basic exercises serve as a foundation for all. Intermediate and advanced students will learn both the 16 and 32 movement forms. Beginners learn the 16 movement form.

Chen Tai Chi Lessons in Thailand

Master Su Hua Xiang's newest disciple, Mr. Eliot Cline, is now giving Chen Tai Chi Lessons free of charge in Chiang Mai Thailand. Instruction in the 13 movement introductory Chen form, Xin Jia Yi Lu and Chan Si Gong (Silk Reeling Exercises)

Please contact Mr. Eliot Cline for more information:

Eliot Cline (eliotcline@yahoo.com)