I study the Tai Chi Yang style long form. I've been studying it for about 14 years, and I've also taught it at places like the National Geographic Society, the various Pagan Gatherings and privately. This page will be more extensive as I add to it, but I thought I'd start out by giving a list of warm-up exercises you can do before you actually do the form.

One of the best ways to begin the practice of Tai Chi is by finding Wu Chi (balance). This is a great Chi Kung posture. Stand with your about shoulder width apart and your knees slightly bent. Let your shoulders be relaxed and your spine be striaight. Imagine that you have a ping pong ball underneath each arm (in your armpit) and move your arms slightly away from your sides. Let your head rest straight on top of the top of your spine. Lightly rock on your feet back and forth and left to right to find just the right spot for balance. Breathe deeply stay in this position.You may begin to feel a bit of tingling in your fingers after a minute or two. That is the beginning of generating Chi.

Please note: Don't start any real Tai Chi practice until you've worked with a qualified Tai Chi instructor. They will help you with much about the practice and the art of Tai Chi.

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