Mindful MovesTai Chi Chuan

Yang Style Long Form, Part 1 · Lesson 1

Beginning Form

Commencement

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Please watch the following video for a front facing view of the commencement movement.

Learn Part One: Stepping out

The first part of commencement is stepping out into Wuji posture.

Follow Along Part One: Stepping out

Practice with me as we step out to begin.

Learn Part Two: Raising Arms

Learn how to raise and lower your arms before settling back into Wuji posture.

Follow Along Part Two: Raising Arms

Follow along with me as raise and lower arms before settling back into Wuji posture.

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