The traditional Yang Family Tai Chi Qigong set was taught to me in 2025 by Mark Peters of Kia Ming Association for Tai Chi Chuan. He has documented the origin of this set as follows: The History of Yang Family Tai Chi Qigong Tai Chi Qigong allows the sinews and bones to be stretched and […]
Standing Meditation (Zhan Zhuang)
Zhan Zhuang, literally “standing like a tree” or “standing post,” is a traditional Chinese standing meditation practice commonly used in internal martial arts like Tai Chi and Qigong. Unlike moving forms, Zhan Zhuang focuses on holding specific postures for extended periods, cultivating internal strength, relaxation, and body awareness. Basic 10 minutes follow along Standing Medidation […]
Qigong Online Training with Zing Zang Tai Chi
Boost Your Health and Wellbeing with Zing Zang Tai Chi’s Qigong Online Tutorials Five Energizing Qigong Practices to Enhance Your Journey After teaching Tai Chi and Qigong for over three years in Banbury, UK, I have produced these five training videos to support your ongoing journey. I taught these five Qigong sets regularly in my […]
Five Loosening Exercises for Tai Chi
The “Five Loosening Exercises” developed by Professor Cheng Man Ching and further popularized by his student Huang Sheng Shyan are a foundational set of preparatory movements for Cheng Man Ching’s Tai Chi. These exercises are distinct from generic warm-ups and are specifically designed to cultivate relaxation, body awareness, and the principles of Tai Chi movement. […]
Tai Chi Syllabus and Practice Guide
The Zing Zang Tai Chi club in Banbury has been running successfully since March 2022. Members have asked for some guidance, training material and instructional videos to assist with practice and progressing their journey. Remember, there is no rush, relax and enjoy. The form we practice is the Yang style of Tai Chi by Professor […]
Standing Meditation-Zhan Zhuang
Zhan Zhuang is a form of standing meditation originating in China Zhan Zhuang (Jam Jong) was developed in China by masters of meditation and acupuncture. It builds strength and cures some illnesses. Stand relax and use abdominal breathing. Sounds a bit weird ? Read on and find out more with two very useful articles written […]