Approach

In our approach to learning Taiji in this system, the first level, the human level, is physical accuracy, which means constant physical correction starting from the big movements moving into the smallest, hardly perceptible movements.

The second level, the earth level, is to cultivate the Qi within the body. The first level must be totally accurate for this to start taking place. Through the opportunity to touch, the student will be able to feel how the body of the teacher relaxes and sinks, which is the initiation of the internal movements of Qi.

Qi can only flow when the body and mind have totally "let go". Once the student can understand the process in how the connected relaxation takes place it is only a matter of mind cultivation and visualization to reproduce these effects in their own body.

The third level, the heaven level, is the cultivation of sensitivity and listening and the understanding of the forces that externally affect the body. Through the personal partner exercises with the teachers, the student will be able to continually feel the correct way to move and the Taiji principles physically manifesting within the teachers body, which will enhance their understanding of Taiji rapidly.