2010

Next Introductory Course

Downtown in Open Book Literary Arts Center - March 21st, 10:00 a.m
Course starts with a complimentary class. For more information go to our class schedule page.

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Natural Step School of
Tai Chi & Qigong
Minneapolis St. Paul Minnesota
Locations, Seminars & Workshops
Past & Present

The University of Minnesota

'Holistic Health Conference'

Medtronic

Minnesota Oncology
The Courage Center
The Spring Forest Healing Center
Cargill High Performance Leadership Group

Gillette Childrens Specialty Healthcare

Friendship Village Bloomington Retirement Community

HealthEast Care System City Passport

Golden Valley Care & Rehabilitation Center

Oak Grove Residential Treatment Center

Cigna Wellness Education

Mercy & Unity Hospitals

The Minneapolis Club

Breck School

St. Paul Library

The Calhoun Beach Club

The Wilder Foundation

James Shannon Leadership Institute
The Seward Community Support Program
Ecumen Homes For Older Adults
Minnesota School of Business

Clouds in Water Zen Center
The Perpich Arts Center

Cargill Wellness Center

SW High School

Stanton Group

The Jewish Community Center
Orenstein Physical Therapy
The Movement Arts Center
Anwatin Community Education
St. Joan of Arc Church
Mayflower Church

 

Sweet is the lore which nature brings,
our meddling intellect misshapes the

                    - William Wordsworth

 

 

 

In essence Tai Chi & Qigong exercises are specific but uncomplicated, low impact movements of the body. The health benefits are optimized when the graceful movements are combined with good postural alignment, correct breathing and an uncluttered, softly focused mind.

Through study & practice the player of Tai Chi will create a superior environment for their body, mind & spirit to function.

When we are healthier we are happier. Increased happiness invites better health.

“The beauty that is the legacy from Rising Dragon Tai Chi in Britain continues here in Minneapolis & St. Paul; not only in the clarity of the Tai Chi form but also with its ability to illuminate the four underlying principles that are the foundation of Tai Chi Chuan.”

The Lineage of Natural Step School of Tai Chi

- Master Cheng Man-ch'ing -
- Grand Master Dr Chi Chiang Tao -

- Richard Farmer -

Honorary President of the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain
& Founder of Rising Dragon Tai Chi School UK

- Colin Snow -

Teacher for Rising Dragon Tai Chi School UK

& Founder of Natural Step School of Tai Chi Minneapolis

Colin Snow, formerly a qualified teacher with Britain's premier Rising Dragon School of Tai Chi, is founder & principal instructor of Natural Step School of Tai Chi & Qigong here in Minnesota. He began studying Tai Chi & Qigong in 1986 while continuing his career as a special needs teacher. His experience of the Healing Arts continued, becoming a qualified Shiatsu practitioner in Britain & studying Healing Qigong here in Minneapolis with Master Chunyi Lin of Spring Forest Qigong.

"My teacher, Richard Farmer, Founder and Principal instructor of Rising Dragon Tai Chi once said, 'the greatest gift that one can give to another human being is one’s full attention.' For me this continues to resonate with truth. I compare the practice and integration of Tai Chi Chuan to that of acquiring a cherished and loving friend that will nourish and support us on this most remarkable journey through life. Thus in my experience, the greatest gift we can provide for ourselves is the opportunity for transformation through the practice of meditation, to create inner peace, freedom, & well being for mind, body & spirit."

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Our Tai Chi & Qigong courses, seminars & workshops are informal & open to all regardless of age or ability. From the absolute beginner to the more experienced practitioner, should you have any questions or would simply like to get more information, please e-mail us: naturalsteptaichi@msn.com
or call Colin 612-377-6469.