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Tai Chi Chuan
Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient form of self-defense that has been refined into a slow, graceful and rhythmic exercise. Often referred to as moving meditation, it is a method designed to increase circulation throughout the body, calm the mind and improve balance. Tai Chi Chuan has been shown to improve physical confidence, musculoskeletal flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. The practice is also effective in helping to prevent falls among the elderly.
Tai Chi Chuan is said to have originated in 100 B.C. with the ancient Chinese physician Hua Tuo. Because he believed that imitating the movements of animal would yield health benefits, he prescribed them to his patients. Today, most practitioners refer to a legendary Taoist priest, Cheng San Feng, who is said to have created Tai Chi Chuan by combining the movements observed in animals with other principles of nature.
The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine offers group beginner and continuing Tai Chi Chuan classes. Participants will learn the basic movements of the Yang-style long form. Classes are taught by Joseph S. Acquah.
Classes
Level 1 -- For beginners, classes meet 10 Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Level 2 -- For continuing students meets 10 Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m.
Location
The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine
1701 Divisadero St., Suite 150
San Francisco, CA 94115
Cost and Registration
The fee for the 10-class course is $90 or $10 a class, with the first class being free. To register for the course, please fill out the registration form. Once you have completed the form, you can register in person at the Osher Center, by faxing the form to (415) 353-7358 or by mailing it to the Osher Center.
More Information
To learn more about the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, as well as the programs and services it offers, call (415) 353-7718 or visit the complementary care section of this site.
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