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China Trip – Photos of our adventure

Here is the start of our collection of photos, of the adventure a group of tai chi students are currently enjoying, while on their trip to China. They are exploring the culture, places and people to get a more in-depth understanding of the history, people and current practice of tai chi. Here’s a video of the Fan Form that Sifu Leo Ming just shared on Facebook: More photos and videos here: Chen Village Visit Wudang Mountains tai chi sessions Great… Read More »China Trip – Photos of our adventure

Agility as a Team Building Theme

When asked by a corporate to help with a team building exercise, or fun and yet informative day, Leo uses tai chi as an analogy to highlight the points needed to work together effectively. Leo had the opportunity recently to enjoy a day with the team at Fulcrum, which was organised by the advertising company Van Damm.  The MC was Bongani Bingwa and a fellow presenter was Chef Benny Masekwameng, also known as Benny the Chef. Constitution Hill in Johannesburg… Read More »Agility as a Team Building Theme

The Importance of Being on Time

Dear Students Please revisit this blog about uniforms and bowing for valuable information going forward, and learning an art and a discipline such as taiji. Also remember, if you are learning, then in the spirit of learning anything, a certain code of conduct is expected. Arriving to my classes on time is one of them. I have noticed that the aspect of time tends to be overlooked. In some arts such as karate, if you are late for your class, you… Read More »The Importance of Being on Time

Code of Conduct at Mings Martial Arts Academy

Conduct Code Dress appropriately in Ming’s uniform. When entering or leaving class , or commencing a class please take note of the gesture of acknowledgement of bowing and respect. Use the appropriate term “sifu / sensei (karate)” when addressing the teacher. Show respect for one another, and welcome new students by introducing yourself. Being late for class is considered a lack of respect. Advanced just means that the student has more insight into the art. Be humble. Only certified instructors… Read More »Code of Conduct at Mings Martial Arts Academy

Tips for practicing the Tai Chi Sword Forms

There are forms of Tai Chi, being a practice of the Martial Arts, that use weapons. Specifically, the straight sword and the broad sword are commonly used in practice to enhance the understanding of this art form. Besides the sword forms being a way to promote good health and fitness, with their energetic moves and deep lunges, they also require some mental preparation and an inner attitude to gain the most benefits. Sifu Leo talks in this short audio clip… Read More »Tips for practicing the Tai Chi Sword Forms

Employee Engagement Sessions

Everything we do is with and through people, and even more so in the corporate world. It’s the people of organisations that make up the business, and the businesses success is based on how well those individuals are, and also how well they work together towards achieving the common goals of the organisation. Thus for a productive workforce, we need productive healthy and happy people. And a trend in companies is to bring their staff together in small team buildings,… Read More »Employee Engagement Sessions

October 2017 Tai Chi Retreat near Johannesburg

A time of reflection, of going within, of practicing our art of taiji, of restoring our minds and bodies, a time of laughter and friendship and so much more was had at this Octobers Tai Chi Retreat. Melody hill welcomed us, and fed us with nourishing and o-so-yummy vegetarian food, and kept us warm around a fire at night. The setting has become our favourite, as the green grass under the walnut trees is a soothing and invigorating space for… Read More »October 2017 Tai Chi Retreat near Johannesburg

Taiji Trip to China in 2018

Sifu Leo will be hosting, with Master Jesse Tsao, a group of students and friends of Mings Martial Arts Academy for a 10 day trip around China in April 2018. Jese Tsao’s facebook post about the tour says: “This is a private tour with no forced daily commercial shopping stops  saving time and money); our own private tour bus. Jesse Tsao will lead tai chi and Qigong every morning for one hour before breakfast. Non-Tai Chi and Qigong people can enjoy… Read More »Taiji Trip to China in 2018

Cape Town Wellness taiji workshop with Sifu Leo

Sifu Leo spent a few days in the mother city, Cape Town, running corporate Wellness workshops, about the many beneficial aspects of tai chi for stress relief, and to bring the concept of flow into work, and teach some self-defense techniques.   Here are a few clips sharing some of the points covered: For more info on workshops for your team building or wellness days, contact your Sifu, Leo Low Ming, on 0833780468.