WORKSHOP AND RESIDENCY DESCRIPTION  

Tai Chi Workshop/Residency In Person, Virtual

Tai Chi is one of the traditional Chinese martial arts. On one hand, it was designed as a unique and profound self-defense technique; on the other hand, Tai Chi focuses on body position and breath control. The movements are fluid, graceful and well balanced, promoting the complete harmony of body and mind. Tai Chi also provides the mental relaxation and physical fitness that are essential in our modern stress-filled lives. In this program, students will learn one of the classic Tai Chi styles named "Chen style". The program will start with a series of warm-up exercises. Students will then learn Chen style Tai Chi step by step, practicing how to achieve the harmony of their body and mind, and exploring Chinese culture and the complementary philosophy of yin and yang. This program can be provided as a one-time workshop or a residency.

Tai Chi Fan Dance Workshop/Residency In Person, Virtual

Tai Chi fan dance is a kind of Tai Chi dance with props. The main purpose of the program is to teach the fusion of Chinese fan dance and Tai Chi. It is a unique form of performance art that shows the perfect combination of rigidity and softness of dance. It combines Tai Chi with martial arts and dance movements. The movement is elegant, full of unrestrained beauty and martial arts. At the same time, it has the ornamental and artistic qualities of Chinese dance! Students will explore this special performance art form and learn the techniques to hold the prop in the dance. The program will start with a series of warm-up exercises, followed by step-by-step demonstration and practice of the dance movement.