The Attaining Softness TaiJiQuan Association
Hello! – and Thank You for your interest in our TaiJI classes! “Tai Chi” is the anglacized spelling, “TaiJi” is closest phoenetically to the Chinese pronunciation so we’ll be using it throughout the website.
My name is Marc Black, I’m the Senior Instructor at The Black Mountain Spirit School of Chinese Kung Fu. I have been practicing and teaching Traditional Chinese Martial Arts (TCMA) for almost 40 years. Some people like to see one, so I’ve included my resume and can be reached by clicking the buttons at the top and bottom of this page.
In terms of TaiJi, I teach the Traditional Long Form, it’s the original form from which all of the shorter, competitioin, forms are derived.
TaiJi for Health
A “TaiJi for Health” class emphasizes the meditative, health, and stress-relief benefits of TaiJi. These classes focus more on the gentle, flowing movements of TaiJi, prioritizing relaxation and overall well-being, and are typically more relaxed and accessible, focused on community participation. It’s a class designed to make participants feel relaxed, refreshed, and mentally balanced. They are often tailored for beginners, seniors, or individuals looking for low-impact exercise.
The atmosphere is casual, and the focus is usually on health, relaxation, and mindfulness rather than on rigorous technique or form perfection. This class is more focused on the health and holistic benefits of TaiJi rather than its martial applications.
Classical TaiJiQuan
While my classes integrate the health and wellness benefits, they are also grounded in the traditional, authentic TaiJiQuan of Yang Cheng Fu. Having been rigorously trained in this lineage, I bring a deep understanding of both the martial applications and the advanced Taoist philosophy that underpins TaiJi as a complete system.
All of this is designed to lead one to their own pinnacle of personal development. This balance of mind, body, and martial arts is what many think makes my instruction unique.
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If you have any TaiJiQuan questions or concerns of any kind, please don't hesitate to reach out to me!
GrandMaster Marc Phillip Black's Resume
