John Allen

Beyond Taiji Choreography / Franconia, Va / Sept 18-Dec 4

September 18th, 2008 by John Allen

Day(s): Thursday
Date(s): Sept 18-Dec 4
Time(s): 8-9pm
Number of Classes: 12
Location: Lee Recreation Center
Class Code: 4564290101
Fees: $93
Description: This is a new class within the Fairfax County Recreation system and focuses on the integration of body, mind, and sprit fundamental to all Taiji forms. The Taiji classics state that without a foundation of Qigong and meditation your Taiji form will remain empty and external. Using Master Yang Yang’s techniques we will explore and practice Qigong, and meditation (Zhang Zhuan, sitting, reclining). The combination of these creates the alignment, balance, coordination, central equilibrium and relaxation in movement necessary to begin moving with a partner in sensing hands (push hands). The emphasis is on nurturing the body, mind, and spirit in a balanced manner. Practitioners of other body movement arts (Qigong, Yoga and others) will also experience the benefits from movement using proper body mechanics principles. Prior practice of a style of Taiji or Qigong is recommended however not required.
This course is instructed by John Allen and Jan Nogle.
This class is offered through the Fairfax County Park Authority at Lee District Recreation Center, at 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia, Virginia (703-922-9841). To register call 703-449-8639 (automated), 703-222-4664 (live) or on line at FCPA (Fairfax county Parks Authority) and click on “Parktakes on-line”.

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Tai Chi Level 3 / Franconia, Va / Sept 18-Dec 4

September 18th, 2008 by John Allen

Day(s): Thursday
Date(s): Sept 18-Dec 4
Time(s): 8-9pm
Number of Classes: 12
Location: Lee Recreation Center
Class Code: 4564282201
Fees: $93
Description: Tai Chi utilizes slow non-jarring, soft body movements to enhance the student’s ability to relax while simultaneously improving the bodies balance, flexibility, alignment and posture. The focus is on fostering a more natural body movement, nurturing the mind, body and spirit. The natural body movement principles learned will enhance any physical activity. Each successive class reviews and practices all previously learned movements going deeper into each. Guidance and corrections are provided and a new movement is added until the student can perform all movements solo. This class teaches the 37 movement Cheng Man Ch’ing variation of the Yang style Tai Chi. All ages are welcome.
Class is a continuation of level 2
This class is offered through the Fairfax County Park Authority at Lee District Recreation Center, at 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia, Virginia (703-922-9841). To register call 703-449-8639 (automated), 703-222-4664 (live) or on line at FCPA (Fairfax county Parks Authority) and click on “Parktakes on-line”.

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Tai Chi Level 2 / Franconia, Va / Sept 18-Dec 4

September 18th, 2008 by John Allen

Day(s): Thursday
Date(s): Sept 18-Dec 4
Time(s): 5:30-6:30pm
Number of Classes: 12
Location: Lee Recrreation Center
Class Code: 4564282101
Fees: $93
Description: Tai Chi utilizes slow non-jarring, soft body movements to enhance the student’s ability to relax while simultaneously improving the bodies balance, flexibility, alignment and posture. The focus is on fostering a more natural body movement, nurturing the mind, body and spirit. The natural body movement principles learned will enhance any physical activity. Each successive class reviews and practices all previously learned movements going deeper into each. Guidance and corrections are provided and a new movement is added until the student can perform all movements solo.
This is a continuation of level 1
This class teaches the 37 movement Cheng Man Ch’ing variation of the Yang style Tai Chi. All ages are welcome. This class is offered through the Fairfax County Park Authority at Lee District Recreation Center, at 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia, Virginia (703-922-9841). To register call 703-449-8639 (automated), 703-222-4664 (live) or on line at FCPA (Fairfax county Parks Authority) and click on “Parktakes on-line”.

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Tai Chi Level 1 / Franconia, Va / Sept 15 - Dec 1

September 15th, 2008 by John Allen

Day(s): Monday
Date(s): Sept 15-Dec 1
Time(s): 5:30-6:30pm
Number of Classes: 12
Location: Lee recreation Center
Class Code: X4564282301
Fees: 93
Description: Tai Chi utilizes slow non-jarring, soft body movements to enhance the student’s ability to relax while simultaneously improving the bodies balance, flexibility, alignment and posture. The focus is on fostering a more natural body movement, nurturing the mind, body and spirit. The natural body movement principles learned will enhance any physical activity. Each successive class reviews and practices all previously learned movements going deeper into each. Guidance and corrections are provided and a new movement is added until the student can perform all movements solo. This class teaches the 37 movement Cheng Man Ch’ing variation of the Yang style Tai Chi. All ages are welcome.
Class is a continuation of level 2
This class is offered through the Fairfax County Park Authority at Lee District Recreation Center, at 6601 Telegraph Road, Franconia, Virginia (703-922-9841). To register call 703-449-8639 (automated), 703-222-4664 (live) or on line at FCPA (Fairfax county Parks Authority) and click on “Parktakes on-line”.

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Tai Chi Level 2 / Fairfax, Va / Sept 13 - Nov 29

September 13th, 2008 by John Allen

Day(s): Saturday
Date(s): Sept 13-Nov 29
Time(s): 4-5pm
Number of Classes: 12
Location: South Run Recreation Center
Class Code: 1674282101
Fees: $93
Description: Tai Chi utilizes slow non-jarring, soft body movements to enhance the student’s ability to relax while simultaneously improving the bodies balance, flexibility, alignment and posture. The focus is on fostering a more natural body movement, nurturing the mind, body and spirit. The natural body movement principles learned will enhance any physical activity. Each successive class reviews and practices all previously learned movements going deeper into each. Guidance and corrections are provided and a new movement is added until the student can perform all movements solo.
This class is a continuation of level 1 and teaches the 37 movement Cheng Man Ch’ing variation of the Yang style Tai Chi. All ages are welcome.
This class is offered through the Fairfax County Park Authority at South Run Recreation Center, on the Fairfax County Parkway, 7550 reservation Drive, Springfield, Virginia (703-866-0566). To register call 703-449-8639 (automated), 703-222-4664 (live) or on line at FCPA (Fairfax county Parks Authority) and click on “Parktakes on-line”.

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Tai Chi Levels 3 / Fairfax, Va / Sept 13-Nov 29

September 13th, 2008 by John Allen

Day(s): Saturday
Date(s): Sept 13-Nov 29
Time(s): 4-5pm
Number of Classes: 12
Location: South Run Recreation Center
Class Code: 1674282201
Fees: $93
Description: Tai Chi utilizes slow non-jarring, soft body movements to enhance the student’s ability to relax while simultaneously improving the bodies balance, flexibility, alignment and posture. The focus is on fostering a more natural body movement, nurturing the mind, body and spirit. The natural body movement principles learned will enhance any physical activity. Each successive class reviews and practices all previously learned movements going deeper into each. Guidance and corrections are provided and a new movement is added until the student can perform all movements solo. This class is a contuation of level 2 and teaches the 37 movement Cheng Man Ch’ing variation of the Yang style Tai Chi. All ages are welcome.
This is a continuation of level 2
This class is offered through the Fairfax County Park Authority at South Run Recreation Center, on the Fairfax County Parkway, 7550 reservation Drive, Springfield, Virginia (703-866-0566). To register call 703-449-8639 (automated), 703-222-4664 (live) or on line at FCPA (Fairfax county Parks Authority) and click on “Parktakes on-line”.

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Tai Chi Level 1 / Fairfax, Va / Sept 13 - Nov 29

September 13th, 2008 by John Allen

Day(s): Saturday
Date(s): Sept 13-Nov 29
Time(s): 3-4pm
Number of Classes: 12
Location: South Run Recreation Center
Class Code: 1674282301
Fees: $93
Description: Tai Chi utilizes slow non-jarring, soft body movements to enhance the student’s ability to relax while simultaneously improving the bodies balance, flexibility, alignment and posture. The focus is on fostering a more natural body movement, nurturing the mind, body and spirit. The natural body movement principles learned will enhance any physical activity. Each successive class reviews and practices all previously learned movements going deeper into each. Guidance and corrections are provided and a new movement is added until the student can perform all movements solo. This class teaches the 37 movement Cheng Man Ch’ing variation of the Yang style Tai Chi. All ages are welcome.
This class is offered through the Fairfax County Park Authority at South Run Recreation Center, on the Fairfax County Parkway, 7550 reservation Drive, Springfield, Virginia (703-866-0566). To register call 703-449-8639 (automated), 703-222-4664 (live) or on line at FCPA (Fairfax county Parks Authority) and click on “Parktakes on-line”.