Tai-Chi is a soft form of martial art that originated in China. Tai-chi has a history of about 5000 years and is integral part of Chinese culture. Unlike other forms of martial art like Karate, Taikondo that uses more of muscle power, Tai-Chi focuses on internal energy for performing its moves.
Tai-Chi is art of self defense and a form of meditation. Self defense without weapons and meditation in motion. Since Tai-chi uses internal energy the practitioner experiences no physical or mental stress while performing these moves. Actually it is a good stress buster that not only helps you remain cool but also is improves concentration, patience and fitness level. Tai-Chi professionals claims that Tai-Chi also helps in ailing some of the critical illness.
The Yang style Tai-Chi has 85 moves that takes about 50 class (one hour each) to complete. The movements are slow and easy, making it feasible for people of all age group (from 7 to 70) to practice it. What more, unlike some of the hard forms that requires matted floor and physicians consultation, Tai-Chi can be performed on any floor and has almost zero risk involve in it. Tai-Chi moves are combinations of physical exercise, breathing techniques and meditation. The fun is when one starts practicing the moves. The hand and leg movements when performed in complete coordination displays flowing, graceful and relax moves.
In India Tai-Chi is catching up fast in metros. You will find good number of Tai-Chi masters. However, if you wish to learn the authentic Yang style Tai-Chi then I would recommend you to visit the website of Tai-Chi academy in India. Visit: http://www.taichiacademyindia.com/
