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What would happen if you invested in your health in a new way?

Recently, Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner shared that he decided to try Tai Chi as part of his recovery and preparation for football. Looking for ways to recover better and improve his performance, he stepped outside his comfort zone and gave something new a try.

His experience? Tai Chi helped him calm his mind, enter a more focused, "zen" state, and improve his balance. That mindset is one of the reasons we love sharing Traditional Tai Chi with our community.

Tai Chi is more than slow movements. It is a practice that develops balance, coordination, breathing, focus, and body awareness while helping you reduce stress and reconnect with your health. Whether you're an athlete looking to perform at your best, recovering from the demands of everyday life, or simply wanting to move and feel better, Tai Chi offers an opportunity to invest in yourself.

Your health isn't a luxury—it's a necessity.
If Tai Chi could help a professional football player develop greater balance and a calmer mind, what might be possible for you?

Send us a message to learn how Traditional Tai Chi can help you build a healthier body, a calmer mind, and a stronger foundation for everyday life.

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Congratulations to Assistant Regional Head Instructor Mackenzie on earning a Regional Level Silver Medal, with her demonstrations of Bagua Hyung, Sang Chung Sul (Double Sided Spear), and Pal Bek G*e (Eight Military Discipline Form). Each of these forms demands full body coordination, which Assistant Regional Head Instructor Mackenzie delivered. That ability to smoothly demonstrate the variety of principles required for this range of movement is what years of serious training produces. It is always amazing to see that level of dedication and investment in improving herself pay off. We look forward to seeing what she does next.

Congratulations to Assistant Head Instructor Rowin on earning a Regional Level Silver Medal demonstrating Pal Bek G*e (Eight Military Discipline Form), Kom (Chinese Broadsword), Kom Do (Samurai Sword), and Sang Doe (Double Straight Swords). Four forms, including three bladed weapons, requires focus and precision which Assistant Head Instructor Rowin demonstrated without sacrificing power or agility.

Congratulations to Head Instructor Justin on earning a Regional Level Silver Medal demonstrating Yong Du San Quan (Dragon Form), Ho Bar Toop (Tiger Form), and Kom Do (Samurai Sword). Each time he steps into the tournament ring, Head Instructor Justin demonstrates incredible dedication to improving himself through practice and this time was no exception. Head Instructor Justin showed great agility, power, and precision with each strike throughout all of his demonstrations and came very close to earning that elusive Regional Gold Medal. We look forward to seeing him achieve that goal soon.

Congratulations to Head Instructor Greg on earning a State Level Bronze Medal demonstrating Ho Bar Toop (Tiger Kung Fu Form), Kom Do (Samurai Sword), and Bagua Hyung. These three forms require different strengths, skill, and focus to bring out the key principles within each movement. Head Instructor Greg demonstrated how the discipline from a weapon like Kom Do can enhance the strength and explosiveness characterized by Ho Bar Toop. We look forward to seeing what new heights his focus and dedication to his practice will bring him to in the next tournament.

Congratulations Head Instructor Casey on earning a Regional Level Bronze Medal in the Spring Tournament. Head Instructor Casey demonstrated not just technical abilities, but power, fluidity and precision with his performance of Pal Bek G*e (Eight Military Discipline Form), Kom (Chinese Broadsword), and Chung Yung Doe (Halberd).

Congratulations Assistant Instructor Jayden on earning a State Level Silver Medal in the Spring Tournament. She demonstrate Sang Kom (Double Chinese Broadswords) Ha Yook Tang (Tunnel Form Kung Fu) and Doe (Straight Sword). Assistant Instructor Jayden showed strong agility, fluidity, and precision and keeps edging closer to getting all her forms up to Gold Medal standards every time she competes. We look forward to seeing her continue to grow and pursue her goals.

Congratulations to Assistant Regional Head Instructor James on earning a Regional Level Bronze Medal demonstrating Tang Nang Choyo (Ocean Form), Mae Hwa Kom (Chinese Broadsword), and Ho Bar Toop (Tiger Form). Each of these forms highlights a unique element of movement, from the connected fluidity of Tang Nan Choyo to the powerful upper body strength characterized by Ho Bar Toop, to the whole body connection in Mae Hwa Kom. Assistant Regional Head Instructor James moved through all of them with consistent strength, balance, and focus.

Congratulations Head Instructor Geoff on earning a Regional Level Silver Medal demonstrating Kom (Chinese Broadsword), Dok Sa (Snake Form Kung Fu), and Sang Doe (Double Straight Swords). The ability to carry the same sharpness, precision, and speed across such different styles of movement reflects the depth of training the eight styles as one system demands.

Congratulations to Alexis on earning a State Level Silver Medal in the Spring Tournament with his demonstrations of Pu Che (Fans) and Sang Sam Pyo Chung (Double Sai). Small weapons like the ones Alexis demonstrated are excellent development for self-defense and demand accuracy, timing, and full body coordination.