Chatham Tai Chi
T'ai-chi Ch'uan is a centuries old Chinese martial art, today practiced largely because the movements stimulate the flow of intrinsic energy or ch'i, which the Chinese believe maintains good health. The slow movements done with the body's weight primarily on one leg or the other provide a stimulating and demanding workout that strengthens the lower body. Comfortable shoes, loose fitting clothing and a commitment to practice at home are all that is needed.

Chatham TaiChi.org is devoted to the practice of t'ai chi chuan in outer Cape Cod. I practice the style of t'ai chi chuan created by Ch'eng Man Ching, also known as the Yang Short Form. I have practiced and studied t'ai chi chuan since January 1990 with Warren Conner in Virginia. For a number of years I have gone to Ben Lo's East Coast Tai Chi camp to retrain myself in Professor Cheng's tai chi form.

Gerry McDowell

Classes in Chatham
Since 2002, I have been teaching a group of students who are interested in learning the tai chi form. Many of the students come from the Chatham - Harwich Newcomers Club and CONCH, but the class is open to all. As long as you have an interest it doesn't matter if you have ever done tai chi. Everybody starts at the beginning. Contact me by email.

Chatham Community Center
Classes began on Tuesday, September 25
Beginners: 8:00 - 8:45 a.m.
Intermediate - 8:45 - 9:30 a.m.

Winn Fitness
Classes begin Wednesday, October 10
Beginners: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Intermediate - 6:00 - 6:45 p.m.
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Teachers
A good teacher is the single most important element in learning t'ai chi chuan. Diligent practice, a respectful attitude and hard work help the student to absorb the teaching. Compared to major urban areas there are relatively few t'ai chi teachers on Cape Cod. Teachers

Mailing Lists
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