Here is Zanta Hofmeyr, one of our students, explaining the benefits she gains from tai chi and how she enjoyed her trip to China with Sifu Leo Ming. We also get a peak into the world of a classical violinist: Contact Sifu Leo Low Ming on 0833780468 to learn more about his Tai Chi Classes in Parkview, Johannesburg.
Tai chi may have very early roots in China, yet it has and still is spreading in popularity all over the world. This is due to the many benefits it provides. Here is a short clip that explains taijiquan and it’s wealth that we can enjoy. It also has some interesting footage of Chen village– where we recently visited on our tour to China. The video covers: What is the link between Wújí and taijí? And tai chi and ying… Read More »The Wealth of Taijiquan
On our field trip to China in April 2018, we spent some time exploring Beijing. This is a bustling city, with its 30 million residents and many cars and scooters. A prominent feature was the domino-like apartments that continue for miles across the city. Another striking aspect was one of the forms of transport – there are bicycles which can be unlocked via an app from your cell phone. You can then hop on the bike, cycle to your destination,… Read More »Beijing
What stood out most for us on our stay in Shanghai, was the size of the city and amount of people who live there. Also striking is its modern buildings and sky scrapers, together with the authentic feel of the city. We visited Zhujiajiao, also known as the Venice of Shanghai. There is a beautifully manicured garden alongside, and one can see a lot of work has been put into the making of this space, in the style of a… Read More »Shanghai
On our tour of China, we spent a few hours walking along the Great Wall. We visited a popular section called Badaling, about 80 kilometres northwest of Beijing. It is one of the most visited sections because it is the most well-maintained and representative section the Wall. What is most striking about the Wall is the sheer size of it, and the overwhelming presence it has. The fact that a million people lost their lives building the Wall, adds to its… Read More »Visiting the Great Wall of China
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
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