Tai Chi School of Westchester - Enroll in our Classes

I hope this information will assist you in beginning your exciting journey to increased Health, Strength, and Peace of Mind, as practiced by millions of Chinese people for hundreds of years.

You will benefit from the unique synthesis of an extensive background in Tai Chi (since 1965) and training in Physical Therapy that I use to provide clearly and accurately the best of Eastern and Western traditional healing methods. Easily learn Tai Chi in as safe and comfortable an environment as possible and to make your Tai Chi experience an enjoyable one.

Tai Chi will help you in reaching your lifelong goals of obtaining optimum physical and mental health, while developing your spiritual awareness.

I look forward to sharing this wonderful ancient Chinese health system with you.

Our website contains valuable information; articles, special events, question and answer columns, exercises, philosophy, etc. and is updated frequently. Your comments are always welcome.

Our classes gently and gradually take you through the beginning, intermediate and advanced stages of Tai Chi so that you may absorb this wonderful art easily into your body and mind with a minimum of effort.

Each week we will review with you the material previously presented, before proceeding to the new exercises.

Please remember, it is not how many exercises you learn, but how well you can perform and feel the movements, within your personal ability, that is the goal. The object of your study is a transformation of your body and mind, not merely the rote memorization of a sequence of movements.

Concentrate on the few basics taught in each class to establish a strong foundation for future development. As you do Tai Chi, you will condition your body becoming stronger, more flexible, better coordinated, improve your breathing and gain all of the many benefits mentioned throughout your Student Orientation Manual. All this takes time. Therefore, be patient and enjoy the process.

Focus on slow, gentle, relaxed movements-one flowing into the next, without strain. Breathe normally, in a relaxed manner, until the precise breathing method associated with each exercise is taught to you.

If you feel any strain in your knees, back or neck, let us know right away. There should never be any unusual stress placed on any of those spots. Sifu’s extensive Tai Chi training and background in physical therapy will assure that you learn Tai Chi efficiently and safely.

To maximize your benefits from Tai Chi, we recommend that you practice on a daily basis, 15 minutes minimum, in addition to your regular classes. You may find it very helpful to do your exercises at the beginning of your day, to loosen up, or at the end of your day to wind down. Choose the most appropriate time for you and make it a regular habit.

If you miss a week, don’t worry about falling behind the other students. Each week you will review the previous week’s exercises and then continue your study from there.

If there is any way that I can make your Tai Chi experience more satisfying, or if you have questions, feel free to discuss them with me.

Have fun on your journey to outstanding health and well-being!

Walk the path of Tai Chi in health, peace, and balance.

Master Domingo Colon

Tai Chi School of Westchester, est. 1978

27 Milburn Street

Bronxville, New York 10708

914-337-3339

sifu@taichischool.com