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Strong as a mountain, fast like the wind, smooth as silk, flexible as bamboo, fluid as water.

Earth, wood, fire, air, water - they are parts of a whole which find their harmony and / or balance in the practice of Taichi Chuan. Tai means "superior person" or "master who achieves a high level of self-realization". Chi is "energy" or "light". Chuan means "the highest (law of the) fist". Taichi Chuan is an inner martial art which has its origin in ancient China. In practice, stretching exercises from yoga and postures from qigong are combined, and a sequence of circular and spiral movements are performed with precise coordination of the joints and limbs.

In this way, concentration, breathing, and the connection between mind and body improve. Tai Chi Chuan is about improving and promoting general health. Tai Chi Chuan strives to achieve physical and spiritual harmony. Mastering Tai Chi Chuan is manifested when one becomes as strong as the mountain, as fluid as water, as fast as the wind, as gentle as silk, and as flexible as bamboo. These analogies can be applied both physically and spiritually to all levels of life to achieve individual and collective growth. According to the Tao Te Ching, through the practice of Tai Chi, the individual attains the following qualities:

  • considerate, prudent and adaptable as water

  • calms down the mind in case of confusion

  • begins with the small and simple

  • cultivates love, frugality and modesty

  • does not become a burden for others and helps to realize solidarity

  • is more committed to his obligations than to his needs

  • knows that control can be imperceptibly exercised to awaken love and reverence, to generate respect or eliminate contempt

  • learns to know that not knowing is the highest thing

  • does not act to impose his opinion

  • benevolent, cares for non-violence and does not lie

  • supports the individual self-realization of people

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