Author: <span>Mings Martial Arts</span>

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Forms and Styles of tai chi

At Mings Martial Arts we offer the following styles or forms of tai chi:

The Yang Style Short Form

The Short Form is the shortened version of the yang style Long Form (108).  It is summarized and shorter, yet the form kept the essence of the traditional long form, which was too lengthy for the average person to grasp, with its 108 moves.

The short form is popular all over the globe, from Asia to the west.

DOWNLOAD a copy of the descriptions of the Short Form movements in this pdf.

The Wu Style Long Form

DOWNLOAD a copy of the descriptions of the Wu Style Long Form movements in this pdf.

The 55 Sword Form

DOWNLOAD a copy of the descriptions of the 55 Sword Form movements in this pdf.

The Fan Form

Leo Ming demonstrating part of the Fan Form of taiji:

Classes in Johannesburg

Our classes offer all the forms mentioned above, depending on your level.

  • Beginners classes offer chi gung and individual basic postures leading into the 1st section of a form.  We also do the introduction into the sword form.
  • Intermediate classes offer a taiji form and sword form and push hands.  The focus is extended to include internal body work and chi gung in more depth.
  • Advanced classes offer a refinement of all the forms and the internal work of chi and the tantein.

For more info contact your Sifu, Low Leo Ming, on 0833780468.

More info on venues and times of classes is here:

Interview about the benefits of Tai Chi Benefits

How Tai Chi can be useful in Business and…

Sifu Leo Low Ming was a guest on the Let’s Talk Possibility show and shared about the many benefits of Tai Chi:

“Tai Chi is not only a slow form of martial arts, it is also an art of inner peace.

The sequence of movements making up the forms are a body, mind and spiritual meditative practice which has many benefits.

The principles experienced when practicing Taiji Chuan have significant applications in the business world and for leaders.

Telana talks with Sifu Leo Low Ming about the body, mind and spiritual benefits of tai chi and how 20 minutes of this holistic practice a day can improve workplace productivity.”

For more info contact your Sifu, Leo Low Ming, on 0833780468.

Karate

Our Venue for Karate Lessons in Parkview, Johannesburg

We offer Kobujutsu Karate lessons at both Parkview Junior School and at Parkview Senior School

Lessons at Parkview Junior School are held inside the school hall, with lots of natural light from high windows and ample fresh air. The hall has more than enough space to allow kids to run around and do their workouts.

At Parkview Senior School, lessons are held inside the wooden floored school hall. There is plenty of space for running and workouts. Lots of natural light because of the floor to ceiling windows, adds an uplifting vibe. This makes a great dojo to train in.

Toilets and change rooms are available at both venues.

Karate Class Times:

Fridays

Venue: Parkview Junior School, Ennis Road, Parkview

13:15 to 14:00 (beginners class for Age 5 to 8 years)
14:15 to 15:00 (Age 8 years and up)

Venue: Parkview Senior School, Dunkeld Avenue, Parkview

15:15 -16:00 (Age 8 years and up)

Amenities:

  • Both outdoor and indoor facilities, to accommodate all weather conditions
  • Clean bathrooms and change rooms
  • Secure parking and security

Address:

Parkview Junior School
Ennis Road,
Parkview		 Parkview Senior Primary School
Dunkeld Avenue,
Parkview

For more info contact your Sifu, Leo Low Ming, on 0833780468.

Karate

Our Venue for Tai Chi and Karate Lessons in…

Learn tai chi in Johannesburg under the Oak TreeThe beautiful school grounds of Parktown Girls High in Parkview, with many old, large trees, is the venue for our tai chi and karate classes.

Three times a week, we enjoy the quiet of the school after the students have left for the day.

In summer we have tai chi lessons on the grass field, under the shade of the big Oak Tree, and karate in the Studio.

You can hear the birds chirping and a few cicadas singing as the sun sets and breeze rustles the leaves of the trees.

In winter or when it rains all classes are held in the Dance Studio, with glass windows all around, looking into the trees.

Venue in ParktownTai Chi Class Times:

Tuesday
18:15 – 19:00 (beginners tai chi class)
19:00 – 19:45 tai chi (intermediate tai chi class)

Thursday
17:30 – 18:15 (beginners)
18:45 – 19:30 (intermediate tai chi class)
19:30 – 20:15 (advanced tai chi class)

Saturday
7:45-8:30 (advanced tai chi class)
Tai Chi and Karate classes8:30 – 9:15 (beginners tai chi class)

Karate Class Times:

Tuesday
17:30 – 18:15 (beginners karate class)

Thursday
18:15 – 18:45 (mixed levels karate class)

Amenities:

  • Both outdoor and indoor facilities, to accommodate all weather conditions
  • Clean bathrooms
  • Secure parking and security

Address:

Parktown High School
Tyrone Avenue
Parkview, Johannesburg

For more info contact your Sifu, Leo Low Ming, on 0833780468.