Tuesday classes are taught by Sifu Richard Peck
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Lu Style Taiji Quan
Advanced Lu Style Qi Gong will commence in the Fall. Dates to be announced later this summer.
8:00 am – 9:00 am Ba Gua Zhang
9:00 am – 10:00 am Xing Yi Quan
10:00
am – 11:00 am 24-Move Taiji Quan
China is famous for a wide variety of martial arts. Basically, Chinese martial arts can be categorized into either external or internal
martial arts. The external martial arts rely more on physical strength and less on softness. The internal arts rely less on one's
physical strength and more on one's ability to Yield and to redirect the attack. The external martial arts are composed of literally
hundreds of different family and popular styles. Most common to Westerners is Gong Fu (Kung Fu), which literally means someone that
is good at something. Gong fu as seen on television is the ancient Shaolin martial art which came from the Shaolin temples of China
and is the birthplace of Chinese martial arts. Other external Chinese martial arts include Praying Mantis, Hung Gar, etc.
The internal martial arts are composed of Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chuan), Ba Gua Zhang and Xing Yi Quan. Each of the internal martial arts is represented by a philosophical concept in Chinese culture. Taiji Quan follows concepts of Yin and Yang, Ba Gua Zhang follows concepts of the Eight Trigrams, and Xing Yi Quan follows the concepts of the Five Elements (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth). The links above will take you to our martial arts history page that contains more information on each of the styles of martial arts that we teach.
24-Move Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chuan)
This is a class for those who want to learn a shortened version of Taiji Quan. This style of
Taiji was created in the 1950's and is currently one of the most popular styles of Taiji Quan. It is short and easy to learn and is
ideal for those with limited time. This is an ongoing class and students may join at any time. There are no prerequisites.
Taiji
Quan for Seniors
Taiji Quan is taught to seniors in China to help maintain health and improve life quality. Numerous studies
in China and in the United States have concluded that regular practice of Taiji Quan by seniors helps them to avoid falls, strengthens
their legs, and improves their overall health. This class is designed specifically for seniors and is taught by acupuncturists
familiar with concepts of Oriental Medicine. This is a wonderful class for seniors who want to regain or maintain an active
life style.
42-Move Wu Shu Style Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chuan)
A recent development in China, this form combines movements from Chen
Style, Yang Style, Wu Style, and Sun Style Taiji Quan. This is a very beautiful and graceful style of Taiji Quan and requires more
leg strength than other styles.
64-Move Yang Style Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chuan)
Similar to the traditional Yang form, this 64-move
style of Taiji Quan eliminates many of the repetitious moves of the long form. This style can be practiced by anyone and is a perfect
way to gain strength and flexibility. Concepts of Oriental medicine and acupuncture will be introduced into the class. This is an
ongoing class and students may join at any time.
Lu Style Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chuan)
Lu Style Taiji Quan is named after Grand
Master Lu Hung Bin. It was brought to the United States in 1986 by Richard and Iva Peck. It is predominantly Yang Style Taiji
Quan with a few Wu Style Taiji Quan movements. It has a distinct flavor of Ba Gua Zhang and Xing Yi Quan as well. Many
of the movements incorporate concepts of Qi Gong. Those that practice this style of Taiji Quan find that they develop and can
feel internal energy soon after beginning their study of this art. It can be practiced by anyone regardless of their age. Class
is open to anyone over age 18.
Two Person Lu Style Taiji Quan
This form is done by two people and follows the movements of Lu
Style Taiji Quan. Open to those who have learned Lu Style Taiji Quan.
Women’s Self Defense
This course is designed to give
women an understanding of how to defend themselves on the street. It will cover those physical situations that women can encounter
where their finesse and leverage can overcome strength. Open only to women. This is a great mother/daughter course that
should be learned by all women.
Advanced Taiji Applications
Taiji Quan has many self defense moves. Many of these moves will be
explored and how to use them correctly. Covers pressure points and qin na (chin na) applications of each move. This is more in-depth
than a Basic Taiji Quan class.
Qin Na (Chin Na)
Qin Na is the application of joint locks and muscle separation to subdue an opponent. Taught in almost all forms of Chinese martial arts, it is a major factor in Lu Style Taiji Quan. Open only to those who have
studied Taiji Quan.
Tui Shou (Push Hands)
Tui Shou (push hands) is the first opportunity that Taiji Quan students have to utilize
the concepts of Yin and Yang with a partner. It teaches the student the concepts of yielding and neutralizing that is the foundation
of Taiji Quan. Open to those that are proficient in Taiji Quan.
Lu Style Taiji Jian (Sword)
Learning Taiji Jian (Sword)
is a natural continuation of learning Taiji Quan. Prerequisite is Taiji Quan, Ba Gua Zhang or Xing Yi Quan.
Lu Style Taiji Double
Sword
Taiji Jian (Sword) is usually done with a single sword. Taiji Double Sword is a rare and beautiful sword form where there
is a sword in each hand. This form follows the principles of Taiji Quan and Taiji Jian (Single Sword). Open to anyone
who has learned Taiji Quan.
Two Person Lu Style Taiji Quan Double Sword
This beautiful form is done by two people and follows
the movements of Taiji Quan Double Sword. Open to those who have learned Lu Style Taiji Quan Double Sword.
Lu Style Taiji
Quan Staff
This is a rare Taiji Quan staff form that incorporates concepts from Lu Style Taiji Quan. Open to students who have
studied Taiji Quan.
Plum Blossom Fan
This is a very rare fan form that has a broad variation of very flashy movements. It is a
beautiful, flowery dance form with subtle martial arts applications. One would feel like a fair lady dancing and in a split second
turn into a soldier in defense. If you like this concept, you would love this form. This is taught by Sifu Iva Peck who learned the
form from Master Chang, who suffered from severe scoliosis.
Ba Gua Zhang
Ba Gua Zhang is one of the three internal martial arts
of China. It is characterized by its unique circle walking and fluid circular movements. This class is a martial art that conforms
to the theory of muscle meridians in traditional Chinese medicine. It is an ongoing class and is open only to those who have had previous
experience in martial arts.
Deer Horn Knives
Deer Horn Knives are crescent shaped weapons. Each hand holds one of the crescent
knives. It is one of the classical weapons of Ba Gua Zhang. The form follows the principles and movements taught in Ba
Gua Zhang. Open to those who have studied Ba Gua Zhang.
Xing Yi Quan
Xing Yi Quan is one of the three internal martial arts of
China. It is characterized by straight lines and direct applications. This class is taught as a martial art rather than exercise.
It is an ongoing class and is open only to those who have had previous experience in martial arts.
Xing Yi Dao (Broad Sword)
Learning
Xing Yi Dao (Broad Sword) is a continuation of training in Xing Yi. Prerequisite is Taiji Quan, Ba Gua Zhang or Xing Yi Quan.
Taoist
Meditation
Principles of Taoist meditation including the history, principles and techniques of meditation will be taught. Prerequisites
of Basic Qi Gong and Advanced Qi Gong are required for this course. This is an eight week course.
Pre Qi Gong Techniques
This course teaches the student how to open the meridian system of the body so that energy can flow more easily. You will learn the location and how to stimulate numerous acupuncture points. This course can be done before or after the Basic Lu Style Qi Gong exercises.
Basic
Lu Style Qi Gong Exercises
Lu Style Qi Gong (Chi Kung) is a system of fourteen Basic exercises that develop internal energy. Qi gong predates Taiji Quan by several hundred years. The fourteen movements are easy to learn and the student can expect a reasonable proficiency after eight weeks. Concepts of Oriental medicine and acupuncture are discussed in class. Most people that learn and consistently practice these simple exercises see a significant change in their health. They usually feel better, have more energy and experience less stress in their lives. This is the ideal class for both men and women who want to reduce their stress. This is a beginning class and no prior experience is necessary.
Advanced Lu Style Qi Gong Exercises
These fourteen advanced Qi Gong exercises are a continuation of the fourteen basic Qi Gong exercises. Some of the moves are performed with a partner. The Basic Lu Style Qi Gong exercises are a prerequisite to this course.