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Hi, I’m Yifan Zhao. I teach Yang style tai chi in Naperville.
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(Yang Style Tai Chi – Simplified 24 Forms)
(David-Dorian Ross)
Application for Self-Defense
Yang Style Tai Chi
Yang style Tai Chi dates back to a man called Yang Luchan (1799-1872) was born in the Yongnian County in north China’s Hebei Province. As his family was very poor, he left his home village as a young boy of 10 for Chenjiagou (Chen Village) in Wenxian County in central China’s Henan Province to make a living. There he served as an attendant in the Chen family and was taught the Lao Jia (old frame) style of tai chi from the famous master Chen Changxing (1771-1853). After 30 years of hard practice and study, he returned to Yongnian.
The Teacher
The Teacher
Born in 1983 in Beijing, China, Yifan Zhao has been a passionate practitioner of Yang Style tai chi for over 15 years. He has earned a Bachelors and Masters of Science in Computer Science from Northern Illinois University in 2005 and 2007, respectively.
In high school, (1997 to 2001), Yifan’s dad taught him tai chi and in 2000, Yifan performed tai chi for his school talent show. It was a huge success. Yifan has taught his high school marching band a couple forms during their sessions. In college, Yifan taught people for 6 years (12 semesters). They enjoyed the lessons a lot. Who is next to be a student of Yifan? Is it you?
What is Tai Chi?
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art. Initially developed for combat and self-defense, it has evolved into a sport and form of exercise. It is an art embracing the mind, body and spirit. Tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for mind and body health.
David-Dorian Ross
David-Dorian Ross
David-Dorian Ross is “America’s favorite” Tai Chi master teacher. He has been studying Tai Chi since 1979 from some of the top Masters in the world. He’s also a US and world record holder in Tai Chi forms competition. Inside Kung-fu Magazine called David-Dorian “the man who brought Tai Chi mainstream.
Benefits
Increases body awareness
Expands flexibility
Improves coordination
Develops balance,
grounding and roots
Restores and deepens
the calmness of mind
Improves vitality and
overall health
Enhanced Chi (Circulation)
Teaches self-defense
Increases self - confidence
Pillars of Tai Chi
Tai Chi consists of ‘Three Pillars’ or types of practice, as well as a variety of physical exercises and meditative practices. The Three Pillars are:
- Form
- Pushing Hands
- Application
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WuShu Instructor
Tai Chi with Yifan
Class Scheduler
Full-Time
Naperville, IL
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to give the skills of martial arts (tai chi/bagua/hsing yi) to adults older than 18. If you are interested, there are opportunities for private lessons. Experience is required.
Schedule
According to client
Education
College degree
Experience
Instruction: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification
Not required, but nice to have
