T'ai Chi in the Park
Starting next Wednesday, Janet Urbanczyk (Janhava Devi Dasi) will hold T'ai Chi classes in Historic Johnson Park.
Ms. Urbanski is a certified T'ai Chi instructor, Qigong instructor, and Reiki Master. She has trained in Yang style tai chi for 15 years and has taught for the past five years or so at Bill Adam's Martial Arts & Fitness Center. Ms. Urbanski also instructs Weapons of Straight Sword, Broadsword, and Fan and can also provide T'ai Chi instruction for those in wheelchairs.
T'ai Chi has always played in important part in Johnson Park. Our former T'ai Chi Master, Ernest Delt, passed away last year and we've missed both Ernie and his patient instruction. Actually, it has now been revived as Ms. Urbanski had originally contacted us after reading an article on Johnson Park on Buffalo Rising.
New to the concept and practice of T'ai Chi? Read on...
T'ai Chi was developed in ancient China as early as 225 AD. The ancient Chinese believed that the body was filled with energy, or Chi, but Chi could become blocked, causing illness and disease. They believed that a person could help improve the flow of Chi throughout the body and improve health by practicing T'ai Chi exercises. It's been said that T'ai Chi is a combination of moving yoga and meditation.
A person performs T'ai Chi by practicing breathing exercises and a series of slow, graceful, flowing postures (also called poses) simultaneously. The postures consist of movements that are said to improve body awareness and enhance strength and coordination. Many people who practice T'ai Chi say that they feel more peaceful and relaxed after a workout. It is also known to assist with joints, breathing, heart, and many other vital organs.
Instruction is free but donations (suggested donation - $1.00 to $5.00 per session) to the Johnson Park Restoration Fund are welcome.
Johnson Park
June 11 @ 7PM
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Perry
Great job Marilyn on bringing a cool event to Johnson Park. Our little city park's lend themselves well to events like this. I haven't forgotten about a night a drumming at Johnson Park this summer. I'll stay in touch.
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MRodgers
Perry - you were my next call, my friend - we really need a drum circle and you're the guy to do it! Call me or e-mail me and let's get drumming! Can't wait!
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Joshua
Marilyn - I would have attended this, but I will be out of town for work from Sunday 8th - Friday 13th. I could have used some T'ai Chi, but hopefully next time!
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MRodgers
Josh, this happens EVERY Wednesday at 7 pm throughout the nice weather months - with the record highs we've had the past two years, seems we'll be going at least until the last part of October!
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mbhxam
LOL
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Joshua
I'll have to attend this after I get back - Thanks!!! :-)
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