Chen Style Taiji
Classes by level
Classes are taught across three practice levels. New students are always welcome at Foundation — see practice levels for how progression works.
New to Taiji? Your first class is free — start here for what to expect and how to book it.
Foundation
Suitable for all levels
Open to everyone, including complete beginners. Core Chen movements, basic forms and the fundamental principles of Taiji and Qigong.
Level 2
Intermediate
Builds on the Foundation with more complex forms, push-hands applications and deeper work on Chen style principles.
Level 3
Advanced
Advanced forms, weapons training and applications for experienced practitioners. Entry is by assessment.
Objectives of learning Chen Taijiquan with Shifu Liu
- Release and learn to soften and relax tension, using your natural breath
- Learn the basic stances and hand positions of the Chen style
- Gain better alignment, balance and coordination
- Standing practice and posture correction for improved alignment and strength
- Understand Silk Reeling exercises, to gain control of balance, strength and weight changing, and to circulate energy throughout the body — their movements underpin the whole Chen practice
- Use of yin yang theory in Taiji training
- Understand some of the basic theories and philosophies underlying Chen Taijiquan
- Understand how the martial applications are contained within apparently simple movements
PLEASE NOTE: All classes have limited places and must be booked in advance via the schedule. We cannot accept payment in person.