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| This year we begin our concentrated study of the magnificient Chen Family Straight sword. We will integrate basic training methods, dantien connection, relaxation and form requirements to create a stunning piece of Taijiquan Artistry for our life path with Taijiquan. We will prepare ourselves for in-depth form correction by the Chen Family during our trip to China as well as during their visit to Seattle. Students of any style of Taijiquan or other internal art practices are welcome to attend, the only requirement is that you are skilled in at least one empty hand form. First Series: Sundays Jan. 10, 24, Feb. 7, 21 (series will resume in April to successful form completion) 10 am - 12 noon $40 each or $150 series (sword not included) register by check and mail in More information? email Kim Ivy or (206) 789-0993 |
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Deep Flow: Chen Taijiquan with Kimberly Ivy February 6 |
Lets make 2010 the year of Deep Flow. Each month we will dedicate one full day to sink into our practices, taking our time and enjoying the feeling and the deeper experience of our movement meditation that only hours can give us. We continue the plan with Chen Taijiquan. In this deep flow day we will enjoy a full range of traditional practice experiences: longer standing meditation, traditional warming & strengthening, "fa song gong" - methods to release tension, meditative flows of Silk Reeling, Laojia & 38, push hands and of course form correction. Spend your day going deep, continue the tone of the new year. (This day is intended for those familiar with Chen Family Taijiquan.) More information? email Kim Ivy or (206) 789-0993 | |
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Chinese New Year Open House Celebrate the Year of the White Tiger! February 13 |
| Its the year of the White Tiger! Come and get your flow on with the Moon & Floating Leaves Tea. Embrace The Moon will have free classes (& Sandi's mochi cake!) from 10 -1. From 11 stroll on down to Floating Leaves Tea for free Tea Tasting. We'll do drawings on the hour for goodies - free classes, tea, t-shirts & massage & acupuncture session from our friends. Come early, stay late. See you there! More information? email Kim Ivy or (206) 789-0993 |
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Soaring Crane Qigong: The 5 Routines with Kimberly Ivy February 19 - 21 |
| Soaring Crane Qigong is an elegant, peaceful form that is one of the most famous in China for its overall healing capabilities. For over 20 years it was the single most practiced Qigong form. There are many individual reports that this form is successful as a complementary method in treating cancer and other serious illnesses. Still practiced by over 20 million people in China, as well as millions more throughout the world, the benefits of Soaring Crane are an overall energetic balance, greatly improved physical health and an accompanied liveliness of spirit. Study Soaring Crane at Embrace The Moon if you want a medically based Qigong form, if you are new to Qigong and wish to gain a clear theoretical & physical understanding of basic Chinese medicine, and if you wish to have a practice that methodically develops mindfulness and intent. Friday 6 pm - 8:30 pm Saturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm $175 New Students $100 Reviewing Students register by PayPal register by check and mail-in More information? email Kim Ivy or (206) 789-0993 |
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Living the Art of Taijiquan with Jan Silberstoff March 5-7 |
| Please welcome Master Jan Silberstorff to Seattle, WA for the first time. Jan became the first Western indoor student and family disciple of Grandmaster Chen Xiao Wang in 1993 and now teaches in 15 countries around the world as a 20th Generation successor of the Chen family. Jan co-founded the World Chen Xiaowang Taijiquan Association and is the leader of the German section. He is a champion of many Taijiquan tournaments in both Europe and China, and has published books, articles, DVD's and produced a TV series on Taijquan. Jan is fluent in Chinese and English and has a very humble and engaging teaching style. He is also a compasssionate humanitarian, raising and donating both money & time to ravaged areas in the world. Through Jan's strong abililty to articulate the inner components of both technique and philosophy of our art students who enjoy his classes & seminars are transformed in their understanding of Taijiquan as a living art. This workshop will be an amazing opportunity for beginners to advanced practitioners to gain deeper insight into Taijiquan. Though lecture and practice, Jan will guide us through an analysis of the I-Ching as it relates to the movements and cycles of Taijiquan. This workshop is an excellent opportunity to plumb deep in to the art in ways that are rarely available. Recommended reading is the recent English translation of one of Jan's inspiring books recently translated into English: Chen: Living Taijiquan in the Classical Style. Friday 6 pm - 9 pm Lecture: Taijiquan & The I-Ching Sat. 10 am - 1 pm Standing & Silk Reeling Practice & Correction Sat. 2:30 - 5:30 pm Laojia Practice & Correction Sun. 10 am - 1 pm Push Hands $60 per session $200 for whole workshop Register by check and mail in More information? email Kim Ivy or (206) 789-0993 |
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WarriorHeart: Moving your Chronic Illness with Kathy Wilmering Thursdays, March 11-April 29 |
Chronic illness can seem like a stuck, heavy boulder; however, there are ways to affect both the illness and our reactions to it. In 8 weekly meetings you will learn to use qi gong, sound and music, and other complementary approaches to reduce and often eliminate the troubling symptoms of a variety of chronic illnesses, create a personalized daily plan for your particular situation, build confidence in your ability to heal yourself, increase your energy level and be with others who really “get” what it is like to live with a chronic illness. Exact combination of approaches will depend on the group’s specific needs. This program is designed for people with: Multiple sclerosis, Fibromyalgia & other autoimmune diseases, diabetes, hypertension and other chronic illnesses. In-depth flyer of series here. |
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Training in Chenjiago with the Chen Family with visit to the Shaolin Temple with Chen Xiao Wang, Chen Xiao Xing, Chen Bing March 22-April 5 |
This year Grandmaster Chen Xiao Wang will host a special 6 Day training in Chenjiago (the Chen Village) and (Tudi) disciple ceremony in the ancient Taijiquan Temple. Chenjiago is the birthplace of Taijiquan and a special pilgrimage for all who might be interested in integrating a rich & historic experience into their overall Taiji life. Additionally, we will study 6 days at Chen Bing's new Taijiquan Academy, also in Chenjiago. This will be 12 days of training with the family Masters, witnessing the special disciple ceremony for new iductees, living in & meandering around the Chen Village. We will also include a day trip to the Shaolin Temple for a real treat of history. If you would like information on this very special training in the birthplace of Taijiquan, please contact Kimberly Ivy for the contact information & details of the trip. |
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The version of classical Chinese Tai Ji Quan created by Professor Zheng Manqing (1900-1975) embodies an uncompromising emphasis on absolute relaxation as a uniquely streamlined and efficient approach to the cultivation of internal power. In this workshop we will have an excellent opportunity to experience two core elements of Professor Zheng's body of work: Zhan Zhuang and Pushing Hands. |
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The Emerald City Feng Shui Institute is very excited to host world-renowned Master Li Jun Feng for the third time here in Seattle. “Being in the presence of Master Li you literally feel the flowing and pulsating of the qi energy in your body. You know you are in the presence of this huge open and loving heart and you simply can’t help but to be drawn into the expansiveness of this being."(Student comment). Tuition: $245; early sign-up rate:$198 if paid in full by February 27 |
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"Turtle Drum: Healing and Spirit Through Drum and Dance" At Embrace the Moon school. Donations accepted to benefit the people of Darfur. A community ceremony where we take a deep journey using our drums and our bodies in dance to explore the otherworlds for insight and healing, for ourselves, each other and Mother Earth. Click here for more information. |
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