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Racewalking and Tai Chi

“Taiji has enriched my life and improved my resilience immensely. I am grateful to Leo for all the help and guidance he has given me” shares Barbara Nell, a World Champion Racewalker. Barbara has been racewalking for over 25 years, and covered a distance of some 50 000 km’s during this time. She trains on both road and track, and has worked with many coaches over the years – each contributing in their way her preparation and technique. This had… Read More »Racewalking and Tai Chi

Bowing and Uniforms in Martial Arts

Learning the arts such as taiji and or martial arts has many interesting facets. One of the most fascinating is the aspect of bowing. What is bowing ? What does it mean? Why do we do it? Is it a gesture which has been handed down through generations? Before reading further, have a think about what it means to you. Significance of Bowing in Tai Chi and Karate Bowing at the door when entering the class is a sign of… Read More »Bowing and Uniforms in Martial Arts

How tai chi helps overcome stress and trauma

One of tai chi’s benefits is helping us overcome stress and traumatic ordeals. It is a movement practice that can allow us to feel centered and calm. Benefits of Group Tai Chi Tai chi can be done with a group or individually and is often taught in groups with others. The group energy helps us to compose ourselves. Practicing taiji with others brings a unity and togetherness which is experienced both individually and as a collective. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk,… Read More »How tai chi helps overcome stress and trauma

Learning Tai Chi in water

By Leo Ming I love water and its intrinsic value to life. I am a ‘fish’. Many years ago, while I was swimming, I thought I would try some taiji in the pool. Suddenly it dawned on me that the principles of taiji, through the movement under water, can be transferred and combined into being one with this element. Weightlessness and Weight A person would gain valuable insight into weightlessness but at the same time learn about how we need… Read More »Learning Tai Chi in water

Johannesburg Tai Chi Retreats

Sifu Leo holds retreats in Johannesburg often, where the focus is on the practice of qigong and taiji, while relaxing and centering oneself in beautiful surroundings, eating wholesome food. As tai chi practitioner Ashley describes his experience of the retreats: Our Tai Chi retreat is a beautiful way to escape from the demands of everyday life, and experience an uplifting and inspirational weekend cocooned in a lovely setting. The weekend unfolds in the spirit of Tai Chi – no rush, no deadlines,… Read More »Johannesburg Tai Chi Retreats

Tai chi Retreat in Magaliesburg, Johannesburg

By Ralph Whittal Tai Chi has been part of my life for the past six months or so. I have found it to be beneficial and I could not imagine a life without my weekly Tai Chi routine. Some of the benefits for me have included centering and grounding of my thoughts and it has also helped me to find balance in my life. I’m very much a Tai Chi beginner and went on my first Tai Chi retreat in… Read More »Tai chi Retreat in Magaliesburg, Johannesburg

Leo Low Ming in Greece for training in Taiji

In June of 2016 Sifu Leo Low Ming trained under internationally renowned Grandmaster Jesse Tsao in Athens, Greece.Leo was fortunate to have private tuition with Grandmaster for a number of days, where they focused on the health aspects of chi gong and taiji, learning about the postures and related organs.Insight into the yang forms was explained in detail, as well as some chen and wu styles of tai chi, including the taiji Bang of sifu Jesse. Grandmaster was trained by the… Read More »Leo Low Ming in Greece for training in Taiji

40th Martial Arts Training Anniversary

Taiji Training in America To celebrate his 40th martial arts training anniversary, Sifu Leo Low Ming spent a few weeks training in Boston and Toronto, America, in June and July of 2015. Boston In Boston, Leo got to meet and spend days with the international master Darin Yee 8th degree Uechi Ryu. Leo had great private discussions and instruction on various effective techniques with sensei Darin Yee, who is very well known in the martial arts circles. Here they are… Read More »40th Martial Arts Training Anniversary

Tai Chi at Secret Sunday event in Johannesburg

Secret Sunrise describes themselves as “a community of inclusion built around an interactive dance movement. It is a fun, energetic, mindful, silent disco celebration.” As part of this movement, Sifu Leo Low Ming offers tai chi sessions before the dancing sessions.  On Sunday 10th July the secret warehouse venue in Maboneng, Johannesburg, was transformed into a playground for the morning.  Sifu stood on wooden boxes to allow everyone to see, and part of the session was also outside in a courtyard.… Read More »Tai Chi at Secret Sunday event in Johannesburg

Credo for Mings Martial Arts Academy Johannesburg

Mission To teach all people wanting to learn about taiji and martial arts, its tradition, origin and culture. To provide information on emerging medical related studies and the healing properties of taiji creating health, positivity and contentment in our community, regardless of race, religion, gender, and status. To propagate taiji and martial arts in its history, tradition and culture. To keep open minded and to create positive thought patterns in the journey of the tao. Purpose To provide a safe… Read More »Credo for Mings Martial Arts Academy Johannesburg