Author Archives: Joanne

World Tai Chi Day 2013

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Joanne

“We should do this more often,” was the general feeling expressed as about fifty Tai Chi and Qi Gong practitioners enjoyed the sunshine and fresh air in Petaluma’s Lucchesi Park On Saturday, April 27.  Some obviously were experiencing the joy … Continue reading →

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Tai Chi or Qi Gong for All Ages

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Joanne

Tai chi is an activity often referred to as being suitable for all ages. Is it really? My experience answers with a very strong YES! The youngest practitioner I’ve taught came to me when he was five years old. He … Continue reading →

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What Can Tai Chi Do For You?

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Joanne

…Quite a lot according to this item in the San Francisco Chronicle. “Workout’s Benefits:  Tai Chi, the martial art that has become popular as a gentle mind-body workout, may have another benefit:  helping to increase the size of the brain.  … Continue reading →

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Coaches’ Training Course

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Joanne

The first Health Qi Gong Coach Training Program sponsored by China Health Qi Gong  Association in the USA was hosted by Master Li Shu Dong, president of USA Health Qi Gong Federation at his studio in Cupertino.   The course, held June … Continue reading →

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New Beginning Class in Petaluma

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Joanne

Following Bob Canning’s recent article in the Argus that brought attention to the health and life benefits of Tai Chi, the 10:00 A.M. Monday Morning Tai Chi Class has experienced an increase in attendance.  To better serve both new-comers and … Continue reading →

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One World, One Breath

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Joanne

Another beautiful day, another delightful gathering as fifty plus Tai Chi and Qi Gong practitioners shared their various forms in Cotati’s lovely La Plaza Park on World Tai Chi Day.  Bob Flannery’s group that practices there each Saturday beginning at … Continue reading →

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Learning With The Masters

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Joanne

On the most beautiful day we have had all year, more than fifty practitioners gathered in Rohnert Park’s attractive Burton Recreation Center to learn centuries old Qi Gong movements for maintaining and achieving health and well-being.  Master Li Shu Dong, … Continue reading →

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Serenity Thru Movement

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Joanne

A creative Tai Chi student in our group, Eleanor had an idea for “T’ shirts.  Using the Chinese Character for serenity and adding her wording, “Serenity Thru Movement”, she had shirts printed for all who wanted them.   They arrived – … Continue reading →

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One World, One Breath – World Tai Chi Day – April 28

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Joanne

Group Tai Chi, a photo by Rose Robinson on Flickr. As the World of Tai Chi Celebrates One World, One Breath… Practitioners in the Sonoma County area - and beyond – are invited to gather in Cotati’s La Plaza Park. World … Continue reading →

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Tai Chi & Qi Gong Workshop – Rohnert Park, California

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Joanne

On Saturday, April 21, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m., Master Miao Sheng Fu, professor from China’s Liao Ning University, will lead a Qi Gong workshop teaching the ancient Wu Qin Xi Form.   as a special bonus, MasterLi Shu Dong will teach his … Continue reading →

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