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Arha Christmas Evening – 17:30 December 4th, 2015!!

Its Christmas time already! For many of us this past year has just gone too quickly. Soo much has happened, soo many new families have been created!

To celebrate this last year we would like to invite you to our Arha Christmas Evening on Friday the 4th of December.

In addition to our usual snacks, tea evening and games, we will have a little Christmas Market!

• Earthing CZ will be there selling discounted Earthing products
• Zdravko will be there selling some of his delicious teas
• We will also have some beautiful homemade Christmas cards, trinkets and bags from Marketa.
• If we are very lucky Zdravko may be also offering and selling some homemade Kimchi!
• Master Hsu’s ointment will also be there for those who want to purchase.
• Everyone is welcome to participate in the Christmas Market by bringing any relevant items to sell.

Also, we will have a lucky dip Christmas, so, bring a wrapped up gift not worth more than 50 kc and we can have some fun with that.

Like always, it is a chance to catch up with other students and friends that you may have missed over the year, or just to come and meet some new people.

Generally people bring some snacks to share with others, but that is entirely up to you. Come along bring your friends, have some nice tea and enjoy some good company.

When: 17.30, Friday the 4th of December 2015

Where: Arha Studio, V.P.Čkalova 26, Praha 6, 160 00

“Listening” Taiji Workshop – November 7th

The Taiji School will have a Workshop on “Listening” at Prague 4 on Saturday the 7th of November.

The aim of this Workshop is to develop one of the most important principles within Taiji Partner Work – “Listening”.

To Listen in a partner work environment is to be acutely aware of any forces that are within the space of the body’s perception. Once there is a perception of a sensation then other aspects of the force can be felt ie size, length and direction. Once there is an understanding of the force, then appropriate ways of neutralizing it can be used. If there is no “Listening” then it is very hard to respond with correct timing and balance.

During the workshop we will look at many ways at how we can stay balanced and calm while still listening to our partner.

Anyone is welcome to come and join in, regardless of whether you are a complete beginner to Taiji or if you are practising a different style or form of Taiji.

Taught by: Paul (English)

When: November 7th 2015, 13:30 – 16:30

Where: Škola Jedličkova ústavu, U Jedličkova ústavu 2, Praha 4 (10 min walk from Vyšehrad metro station)

Price: Workshop – 500 Kc

*If you have participated in the Taiji Tuishou meeting during the morning, you are eligible for a 100 kc discount to the workshop fee.

Changes to the Classes during the Week starting the 26.10!!

While the weather is behaving itself we will have the Tuesday and Thursday Morning Classes outside at Letna Park, on the 27th and 29th! Both Classes will start at 7:30 and go to 8:30.

Also, it is not possible to use the training hall this Wednesday because of the school holidays therefore the Wednesday Class this week (28th) will be at Strelecky Ostrov underneath the Bridge.

Please go the Classes page for more info and maps.

Photos from the Parez Taichi Camp

Arha Tea Evening – 18:30 October 17th!!

It has been awhile since we had a Tea tasting and a chance to catch up with everyone, so on Saturday the 17th of October, we will have another Tea Evening at Arha studio.

Zdravko will be the Tea Master for the evening, he will offer us some of his fantastic Oolong tea, as well as some other special teas he has. If people are interested Zdravko will have tea for sale there too.

Generally people bring some snacks to share with others, but that is entirely up to you. Of course it goes without saying that the evening is Free, come along bring your friends, have some nice tea and enjoy some good company.

When: 18.30, Saturday the 17th of October

Where: Arha Studio, V.P.Čkalova 26, Praha 6, 160 00

Open Partner Work Class – October 11th!!

It will be a donation only based event, so if you have never played some Taiji Partner Work but you have always wanted to, come and give it a go!

The aim of this Class is to introduce some basic Partner Work and to show and explain why this practice is so important and necessary if you want to achieve a deeper level of understanding within your own taiji.

The atmosphere is light, fun and non-competitive, the idea is to work with the principles.

Also after the Class, Zdravko will brew us up some of his beautiful teas!

Taught by: Paul (English)

When: 10:00 – 11:30, October 11th 2015

Where: Letna Park, Prague 7, (The same location as the Tuesday and Thursday morning classes) Map

Price: Donation only!!

*In participating in this Class you will be eligible for a discount for the Opening and Closing Taiji Workshop, 100 kc discount to the overall workshop fee, or 50 kc discount for a half day.

Autumn Taichi Camp – September 26-28th!!

**Location Change!!

Three day workshop at Pařez, we’ll practice taiji approx 6 hours a day.
Workshop is open to complete beginners too.

Systematic body activation and relaxation. Attunement of the breath and consciousness in the body.

Calmness, projection and awareness of the space will be expeirenced through standing. We will also look into how to bring the spherical movements and stretching of the joints into our practice with the Five Bows theory.

There are nice walks around, possibly mushrooms! Non-taiji friends are welcome.
Price without the taichi practise 1.500 Kč (accommodation, lunch).

Instructors: Paul Renall, Lenka Ryšková

WHEN: 26-28th September 2015 (arrival Fri evening)
WHERE: Pařez close to Prachovské skály
PRICE: 2.600 Kč
APPLICATIONS: By 20th of September!! kurzy@tai-ji.cz, 606 643 873….

Come and Try Free Taichi with Ivan!!

There are 3 short Taichi classes on Saturday 19th of September, starting at 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00.

Classes are a part of the event, Different City Experience (Zažít město jinak) neighbourhood festival at Praha 4 – Podoli.

Everybody is welcome!

http://zazitmestojinak.cz/indexfea6.html?post_type=locations&p=3370

https://www.facebook.com/events/186819791649950/

Master Hsu’s Special Ointment now available!!

Master Hsu’s Special Ointment is a rub made of a unique blend of herbs.

Passed down for generetions, the Secret recipe of the rub stays within the family.

The effectiveness of the rub is amazing, it can be applied on any external part of the body that is hurt.

To buy just contact Paul or Lenka

Cost: Small – 120 Kc (5 euro)

Big – 350 Kc ( 14 euro)

Photos from The Beskydy Taiji Hike – August 2015

Tuesday and Thursday Morning Taiji Classes – during September!!

• Relaxing Exercises
• Standing Postures
  
• 37 Posture Form

This Class is being offered as a chance for students to participate in some regular form practice.

We will go through the Relaxing Exercises, some standing practice and then go through the whole 37 posture form. No corrections or teaching will be explained, it is just a chance for students to go through the practice together.

Everyone is welcome to join in, although if you want to learn step by step through the form you are advised to go to the Monday Form Class or take some Personal Training.

Time; Tuesday and Thursday 7:30 – 8:30

Price: Subscription of 300 Kc per month

Where: Letna Park, Praha 7 (map)

Photos from the Prague Taichi Residential – July 2015!!

Summer Taiji Timetable!!

Summer has arrived!! Please look below to see what we are offering in the way of training during Summer.

• Prague Summer Residential – July 4-10th, Letna Park
• Beskydy Taiji Hike – August 13-16th, Beskydy
• Monday Form Class – Letna Park
• Wednesday Partner Work Class – Letna Park
• Personal Training – Letna Park

The Classes and Personal training will only take place when we are in Prague during the Summer. As we will be away for various times, please regularly refer to the page to see if the Classes will be on.

All classes are open to everyone. The training is designed in such a way that every level of skill receives extremely beneficial practice and achieves quick results.

The atmosphere at the school has always been open, friendly and highly productive…

Beskydy Taiji Hike – August 2015!!

From Thursday the 13th of August to Sunday the 16th or August we are planning a 4 day/3 night Beskydy Taiji Hike around the Beautiful Beskydy mountains.

The trip would involve staying in the local Chata’s (Chateaus), some taiji training morning and evening, and some hiking in unspoilt terrain, as well berry, herb and mushroom picking!

Accommodation: As we are staying at the Chata’s during the summer months we need to book early to reserve our places. There is also the option for people to come with us but stay in their own tents etc…

Food: The intention would be to eat at the local Chata’s. You are welcome to bring your own food to eat, although we will not be carrying stoves to cook with.

Prices:

• Taiji Training – 900Kc (150Kc per 1-1.5 hours session, morning and evening)
• Accommodation – approx 300Kc per night
• Food – approx 100Kc for a main meal
• Train tickets – approx 800Kc return ticket from Prague to Bocanovice
• Approx total cost = 2700 Kc + food.

Apply by: The 15th of July

Contact us: thetaijischool@gmail.com…

Deep Relaxation in a 21st Century Couch?

Recently we were fortunate enough to try out the Alfasféra, a revolutionary couch that induces the Alpha state through music, which is complemented by light, heat and vibrations, which wraps you up in a three-dimensional audio experience.

The Alfasféra restores inner balance and calm, taking your consciousness to a deeper level. Several scientific studies have been taken, and the following are just some of the physical and psychological effects;

Stress Reduction
Deep relaxation
Increase Creativity
Harmonization of breath
Lowers high blood pressure
Stimulates blood circulation
Improves memory and learning process

The price for 30 min is 200 Kc and for an hour 300 Kc. If you are interested to try it out, book an appointment at Studio Manuela;

Londýnská 83, Praha 2, 120 00
tel./fax: 222 522 327
mobil: 728 198 923
info@studio-manuela.cz

Karlov Spring Camp – May 2015

High Quality Oolong Tea Now for Sale!!

We have just received another shipment of High Mountain Oolong Tea from Taiwan.

On behalf of Zdravko we will be selling the Tea. We have 3 grades of Tea from Taiwan and One High grade Nepalese Oolong, please see the prices below;

High Mountain Taiwanese Oolong

Grade 1 – 380 Kc for 50g

Grade 2 – 240 Kc for 50g

Grade 3 – 170 Kc for 50g (This is similar quality to the tea we had at the Free Open Taiji day)

High Grade Nepalese Oolong

140 Kc for 50g

If you are interested just let us know, Spring and Summer are great time’s to enjoy these delicious teas.

Earthing – The Most Important Health Discovery Ever?

Ever wondered how to Ground yourself??

In 2010 an award winning book was published;

Earthing – The Most Important Health Discovery Ever?

“Earthing” is the landmark discovery that Earth’s subtle surface energy field upholds the electrical stability of our bodies; thus serving as a foundation for vitality and health. In an age of rampant chronic disease due to the stresses of modern day life, reconnecting with the Earth’s energy beneath our feet provides a way back to better health. The profound effect of Earthing provides amazing healing, calming and balancing effects on our physical, mental and emotional bodies.

Recently a New Website was created, Earthing.CZ Official distributor of Earthing Products in the Czech Republic. The website was made to offer Czech based people the chance to purchase Earthing Products for the cheapest prices in Europe. Take a look now…

New Discounted Video Membership Prices!!

The Taiji School has now made it possible to view all our Video content through paying a Monthly, Quarterly and Yearly Membership.

Monthly Membership = 9.95 euro

Quarterly Membership = 6.95 euro per month

Yearly Membership = 4.95 euro per month

Taiji Food – Free eBook from our Italian Chef!!

Those that participated in the recent Prague Summer Taiji Residential training were extremely fortunate to have the experience of letting our Italian Chef, Stefania, play with the balance of our taste buds!

Every morning, midway through the 3.5 hour training session, Stefania would unveil another “Snack Masterpiece”. Not only were the snacks delicious but very healthy too…from exquisite hummus to succulent cakes mmmm…I think people must have been more interested in coming for the food than the training.

The exciting news is that Stefania has created a wonderful little book, Taiji Food, detailing all 31 of the recipes she created over the Residential, and thanks to her generosity its completely Free!!!..

Taichi Asociace ČR

The Taiji School is part of the Taichi Asociace ČR (Czech Republic).

The Taichi Asociace ČR is a non-profit organization aimed at spreading the benefits of Taiji.

Teaching Taiji in the English language is the The Taiji School’s main role in this organization.

Kids Taiji, Elderly Taiji and Taiji in the Czech Language are also taught under this Association, please click on the links below for more information;…

How have the Personal Training’s helped you??

Read what students are saying about their Personal Trainings;

“Personal training with Paul is always tailored to your needs…..” Ema

“….I think that more or less everybody has come across the gravitational field in their lives…” Stefania

“Inspiring, it is creative, it makes me think in a non-conventional way,…” Zdravko

“It´s a lot about attention and vigilance, holistic (nonverbal) communication….” Cecilia

“….taiji “softness” around, so you have the best opportunity to catch it/receive it and feel it….” Lucka

Chip Tasting Afternoon – April 7th

It has been awhile since we all managed to catch up, so on Saturday the 7th of April, we will have a Chip Tasting Afternoon at Arha studio.

We will finish the Conditioning Workshop at 13:00, then we will begin the chip tasting at 13:30.

Bring your favourite pack of chips, and we will have a Blind Tasting to see which one is No 1!

Some typical snacks from New Zealand will also be offered.

Bring anything that you want to drink, Zdravko will be there offering some high quality tea for those people that are interested, he will have tea for sale there too.

Of course it goes without saying that the afternoon is Free, come along bring your friends, have some nice chips and enjoy some good company.

When:13.30, Saturday the 7th of April

Where: Arha Studio, V.P.Čkalova 26, Praha 6, 160 00

Bring a Beer Evening – 18:00 June 17th!!

It has been awhile since we had a gathering at Arha and a chance to catch up with everyone, so on Friday the 17th of June, we will have a Bring a Beer Evening at Arha studio.

There is no question that the best beer in the World is Czech, but which beer do YOU enjoy the most?? Bring your favorite beer, a glass, and come and share and taste what others believe is their best.

Generally people bring some snacks to share with others, but that is entirely up to you. Of course it goes without saying that the evening is Free, come along bring your friends, have some nice beer and enjoy some good company!

When: 18.00, Friday the 17th of June

Where: Arha Studio, V.P.Čkalova 26, Praha 6, 160 00

Beskydy Taiji Hike – July 2016!!

From Thursday the 21st of July to Sunday the 24th or July we are planning a 4 day/3 night Beskydy Taiji Hike around the Beautiful Beskydy mountains.

The trip would involve staying in the local Chata’s (Chateaus), some taiji training morning and evening, and some hiking in un-spoilt terrain, as well berry, herb and mushroom picking!

Accommodation: As we are staying at the Chata’s during the summer months we need to book early to reserve our places. There is also the option for people to come with us but stay in their own tents etc…

Food: The intention would be to eat at the local Chata’s. You are welcome to bring your own food to eat, although we will not be carrying stoves to cook with.

Prices:

• Taiji Training – 900 Kc (150 Kc per 1-1.5 hours session, morning and evening)
• Accommodation – approx 300 Kc per night
• Food – approx 100 Kc for a main meal
• Train tickets – approx 800 Kc return ticket from Prague to Bocanovice
• Approx total cost = 2700 Kc + food.

Apply by: The 10th of July

Contact us: kurzy@tai-ji.cz…

Summer Taiji Timetable!!

Summer has arrived!! Please look below to see what we are offering in the way of training during Summer.

• Prague Summer Residential – July 2-13th, Letna Park
• Beskydy Taiji Hike – June 21-24th, Beskydy
• Wednesday Form Class – Letna Park
• Monday Partner Work Class – Strelecky ostrov
  
• Personal Training – Letna Park

The Classes and Personal training will only take place when we are in Prague during the Summer. As we will be away for various times, please regularly refer to the page to see if the Classes will be on.

All classes are open to everyone. The training is designed in such a way that every level of skill receives extremely beneficial practice and achieves quick results.

The atmosphere at the school has always been open, friendly and highly productive…

Tuesday Morning Taiji Classes – during June!!

• Standing Postures
  
• 37 Posture Form

This Class is being offered as a chance for students to participate in some regular form practice.

We will go through  some standing practice and then go through the whole 37 posture form. No corrections or teaching will be explained, it is just a chance for students to go through the practice together.

Everyone is welcome to join in, although if you want to learn step by step through the form you are advised to go to the Wednesday Form Class or take some Personal Training.

Time; Tuesday’s 8:00 – 9:00

Price: 50 Kc per class

Where: Letna Park, Praha 7 (map)

August Seminar in  PANENSKÁ ROZSÍČKA

24.-28. srpna 2016

středa – neděle, příjezd v úterý večer

Program:

6.30 – 8.00 (jen 2x v průběhu kurzu) ranní cvičení

9.00 – 11.30 cvičení

12.30 oběd

16.00 – 18.00 cvičení a individuální konzultace

19.30 – 20.30 cvičení

Ubytování je v penzionu Dyje, bývalá škola, jednoduché a útulné, pokoje po 3-4, máme společné obědy, snídaně a večeře máte ve vlastní režii, k dispozici je vybavená kuchyň a lednice.
Potřebujete ručník, lůžkoviny jsou na místě.
V okolí jsou pěkné procházky (pramen Dyje), blízká Telč má dobré kavárny, můžete tedy s sebou vzít i přátele.

Autumn Taiji Classes now on!!

• Monday Partner Work Class – Střelecký ostrov Praha 1, 18:00-19:30
  
• Tuesday Conditioning Classes –Arha Studio, Praha 6, 8:00-9:15 
  
• Wednesday Form Class – Letna Park, Praha 7, 18:00-19:00
  
• Wednesday Conditioning Class – Arha Studio,  Praha 6, 19:30-21:00
  
• Personal Training – Letna Park, Arha Studio, Prague 6 –
  

All classes are open to everyone. The training is designed in such a way that every level of skill receives extremely beneficial practice and achieves quick results.

The atmosphere at the school has always been open, friendly and highly productive.