Today, Tai Chi is one of the most common Chinese martial arts, the so-called “internal” style. The difference between the “internal” and “external” styles is that while the “external” style is a skillful fighting art, the “internal” style teaches a person to be in harmony with the world.

The group is led by Lumos' oldest and most experienced instructor, Yuri Lomidze, and is designed for experienced Tai Chi practitioners. During the classes, we will cover in depth the 18 forms of Wudan Tai Chi and 24 forms of traditional Tai Chi Chuan. To practice in the group, you must have some level of experience in Tai Chi or similar physical practices.

The term Tai Chi - the Great Boundary - refers to a state of consciousness in which the perception between the spiritual and the material dissolves. Practicing Tai Chi allows a person to reach the highest point of unity of mind and body. The main methods of Tai Chi practice are:

• Relaxation of body and mind;

• Conscious movement;

• Realization of will and action;

• Dynamic and static types of meditation;

• Paired exercises to achieve a higher level of awareness;

Tai Chi practice requires calm and gentle movements, frequent meditation, mental concentration, and observation of sensations. This method is often of interest to people who have a desire to control their own body and mind.

Tai Chi , which belongs to the highest level of martial arts and teaches the practitioner to interact with the environment using the physical capabilities of the body, using their “internal energy” and “internal forces”. Tai Chi can be considered a continuation of Qigong methods in external relations, including in conflict situations.

The practice improves three important functions of the body: movement, breathing, and thinking.

What awaits you in the lessons:

• Improving health: strengthening the heart and blood vessels, the immune system and regulating sleep.

• Reducing stress and internal tension: inner harmony and peace.

• Improving flexibility and coordination: rejuvenating the body and increasing energy.

• Improving concentration and attention: developing mental and creative skills.