Tai Chi Foundations for Kids

TAI CHI FOUNDATIONS - Tai Chi has been called the 'Missing Owner's Manual for the Human Body".

The Tai Chi Foundations for Kids in school program is designed for children and their parents. It's purpose is to develop a strong foundation for martial and mental development. Such a foundation is built when the student has an open mind and strong body.

CONSISTENT PRACTICE BRINGS LIFELONG BENEFITS:

  • Great Health & Fitness
  • Excellent posture
  • Better Situational Awareness = Real Martial Skill
  • Improved focus and concentration =  Better impulse control
  • Increased energy levels... without increased agitation

Tai Chi Foundations training consist of simple movements that build confidence. Training follows a straightforward progression of 3 grading levels. Grading is encouraged, but optional.

Grading has written, oral and performance components. Each grade results in specific gains in concentration and physical skill. Upon completion of the Tai Chi Foundations curriculum, the student is eligible for continued training in the UnCarved Block Program. Details at http://ucbkids.com.

Belts and certificates are awarded for the following levels of accomplishment.

RANK & REQUIREMENTS:

Blue Sash ($35.00)

  1. Student maintains correct breathing during solo practice.
  2. Student demonstrates basic understanding of 'Alignment'.
  3. Student demonstrates 1 basic Punch & Kick sequence.
  4. Student can Flow with training partner for 1 minute without disconnecting.
  5. Can perform 'The Bear' Standing Posture for 3 minutes.

Red Sash ($35.00)

  1. Student maintains correct breathing during solo practice.
  2. Student demonstrates basic understanding of the 'Center of Mass'.
  3. Student demonstrates 3 basic Punch & Kick sequences.
  4. Student can Flow with training partner for 3 minutes without disconnecting.
  5. Can perform 'The Bear' Standing Posture for 5 minutes.

Black Sash ($35.00)

  1. Student maintains correct breathing during solo and partner practice.
  2. Student demonstrates basic understanding of  'Relaxation'.
  3. Student demonstrates 5 basic Punch & Kick sequences.
  4. Student can 'Flow' with training partner for 5 minutes without disconnecting.
  5. Can perform 'The Bear' Standing Posture for 9 minutes.