djo@sdchema.UUCP (05/25/83)
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Date:Wed, 25-May-83 10:27:34 EDT
I am interested in finding a T'ai Chi Ch'uan teacher in the Toronto
area. I'm primarily interested in Cheng Man-ch'ing's short form
but any info about any form or school will be greatly appreciated.
For those of you who are wondering what T'ai Chi Ch'uan is, it is
a method of calisthenics for health and self defense. Sometimes it
is described as shadow boxing or swimming on land. It is based on
the principles of effortless breathing, rhythmic movement, and weight
equilibrium. It can be practiced by an individual alone in a limited
space or by two opponents, one taking the offensive and the other
defensive. It is generally agreed among historians that it was
developed in the Sung Dynasty (960-1279 A.D.) by the famous boxer
Chang San-Feng, who was also the founder of the well-known Wu Tang
school of boxing. I will truly appreciate any responses on this
request. Thank you for your time.
Denise O'Jibway, Chemistry Department, UC San Diego
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