Taoist Meditation
Three complementary disciplines are fundamental to one's study of the internal
arts: Tai Chi, Nei Kung,
and Meditation. Each course of study has unique
merit; practice of all three is necessary for the attainment of a high level
of internal development.
Through Taoist meditation one learns how to conserve,
transform, and direct the healing energy of chi; to cope with stress; to
reach one's own potential, and to develop a peaceful mind. Happiness, peace
and health start with mind and body being in harmony.
The stretches and self-massage taught and practiced in
Meditation classes also contribute directly to one's practice of the Tai
Chi form and Nei Kung.
Introduction to
Taoist Meditation
A five-step meditation technique for developing
a quiet, empty mind is taught and practiced. Class begins with stretching
and a discussion of the Taoist vision of life, in part to illuminate similarities
and differences with Confuciusinism, Buddhism, and other religious practices.
Silent meditation is practiced, building from five minutes in the first
class to half an hour in the last class. Each class concludes with further
discussion and self-massage. Pre-requisite: None. Ten-week course.
Meditation Classes
Classes typically begin with stretching and a short discussion
of Taoist philosophy, then proceed to approximately a half-hour of silent
meditation, and finish with further discussion and self-massage.
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