Tai Chi Class & Workshops

CJ's 2010 teaching schedule will include Germany, Europe, and Portland, Oregon.

Tai Chi (tie-Chee), short for Tai Chi Chuan or Taijiquan, is an ancient Chinese martial art, although many practice it for health purposes only. Tai Chi's slow moving, continuous choreography improves strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. It is an excellent low-impact cardio-vascular exercise. Tai Chi also encourages the flow of Qi for optimum health.

"Tai Chi captured me the first time I experienced it and I still enjoy creating new ways to define movement, enhance body awareness, and use imagery effectively."

—CJ McPhee

Beginners' 8 Week Course

Develop energy awareness while learning the fundamentals of Tai Chi footwork, alignment, and posture. Warm ups will be followed by detailed instruction of the Long Form's first section.

Date and time:	Tuesdays \| 7 to 8pm (ends June 30, 2009)
Cost:	$96 for 8 classes or $15 drop in
Location:	Hawthorne Wellness Center 3942 SE Hawthorne Blvd. (map)

E-mail CJ to sign up now.

Intermediate Tai Chi


Date and time:	Tuesdays \| 7 to 8:30pm (ends June 30, 2009)
Cost:	$120 per session or $20 drop in
Location:	Hawthorne Wellness Center 3942 SE Hawthorne Blvd. (map)

E-mail CJ to sign up now.

Workshops & Specialty Classes

Tai Chi for Health

Begin a Tai Chi practice or renew an existing one. Learn and work with crucial footwork and alignment. CJ's clear instruction will help you execute transitional movements more effectively. Short Form postures will be used to practice Tai Chi principles.

Date and time:	(TBA)
Cost:	$35 in advance, $40 at the door

E-mail CJ to sign up now.

The Chi Workout for Beginners

This continuous movement workout combines simplified Tai Chi movements with other energy exercises. It is an excellent organic Tai Chi Forms learning tool, allowing the student to process complex movement in a simple, relaxed frame of mind.

Tai Chi Short Form for Beginners

Step by step instruction clearly defines basic footwork and hand patterns while increasing lower body strength and developing coordination and concentration.

Tai Chi Short Form, Level II

Now that the tai chi player knows the basics, it's time to refine the movements, developing skillful timing, balance, and rooting.

Tai Chi 32 Sword Form

This instruction is for students with previous tai chi forms training. Guiding a straight sword with ease requires rooting, coordination, and focus.

"Demonstrating the form with grace and beauty, CJ skillfully breaks down complicated movements making Tai Chi enjoyable and easy to learn. CJ's class has helped me recover from stress and I have experienced noticeable reduction in shoulder pain."

—Taya Lindley, LAc

Payment Policies and Guidelines

Payment is due on the first day of an ongoing class. Save 25% by purchasing a punch card. No refunds, but classes can be transferred to family or friends. Workshop and course fees refundable with 2 weeks notice.

Wear loose comfortable clothing. Be barefoot or wear indoor shoes.

PRIVATES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST