Morning Tai Chi in the Park

Cultural context

Tai Chi (太极拳) is a moving meditation rooted in Daoist philosophy — slow, circular movement that cultivates balance, breath, and internal energy (qi).

What you'll do

1. 0:00

   Warm-up, breathing, and standing posture (zhan zhuang).

2. 0:30

   Learn the opening sequence of the Yang form.

3. 1:10

   Flow through the movements together; tea afterward.

Etiquette tips

• ✓Wear flat, flexible shoes.
• ✓Move from the waist — the limbs follow the center.

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