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World Tai Chi & Qigong Day - April 28th 2007
Our 3rd Annual World Tai Chi & Qigong Day Event promises to be even better than WTCQD 2006!
Join us on April 28th 2007 from 10 am till 1 pm for free activities. (Doors open at 9:30) We will also have workshops on site in the afternoon for those who want to advance their training further in this unique environment. Workshop pre-registration is strongly recommended, space is limited.
Already scheduled to appear are Master Chen Bing direct from Chen Village in China, where the art of Tai Chi orignated some 20 generations back in Master Chen Bing's family.
CHECK OUT OUR GALLERY OF 2006 WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY PICTURES
The J - Aaron Family Jewish Community Center of Dallas [MAP IT]
7900 Northhaven Road / Dallas, Texas 75230 / PH - 214-739-2737
We are excited to have partnered with such a wonderful training facility. If you or your company are hosting an event, please consider contacting the J for pricing and availability. Boasting brand new, state of the art training equipment (with personal entertainment systems), indoor and outdoor pools, a warm water therapy pool, a children's play / swimming area, racquetball, basketball, tennis and much more, The J has become a premier fitness center located conveniently near Royal Lane and Central Expressway.
One of Sifu Chris' greatest teachers, Joan C. Firra PT, MA, PhD (c) , will be on hand to discuss the benefits of Tai Chi an Qigong for seniors and present her Movement is Life Training Series for Seniors. With over 50 years experience in physical therapy, Joan has treated tens of thousands of patients in her career, including helping Sifu Chris Bouguyon recover from significant training injuries. As the owner of Firra Therapeutics , Joan specializes in geriatric and women's health, and as a vibrant senior herself, she is uniquely qualified to educate you on how to get healthy and stay fit.
Jeff Savage, Director of Programs for The Arthritis Foundaiton Texas Chapter will discuss the benefits of exercise for people with arthrtiis, the role of the Arthritis Foundation in our community and their 2007 goals towards finding a cure.
Foot Solutions - Garland / Richardson - At Foot Solutions, they care for your feet using computer-scanning technology to properly analyze your foot in the fitting process. They have accommodative arch supports and a large selection of premanufactured inserts designed to accommodate the many different-shaped feet, as well as improve your balance and posture. Fayne and I find Richard and Jeff to both be professional and very knowlegable in proper shoe fitting and general foot care. Want high quality shoes that REALLY fit? Go see them for a FREE foot analysis.
Tell them Chris and Fayne sent you for $10.00 off your next purchase!
Master Jia Wu Zhong - Master Jia and his students will again demonstrate their skills and diverse training by performing Sun and Contemporary Combination Forms with and without weapons. This is always an impressive display from one of the top instructors in the city.
Hebei Chinese Martial Arts Institute
1350 E. Arapaho Rd. Ste. 122
Richardson, TX 75081
972-671-9648
Sifu J.K. Wong - Sifu Patty Sun, Sifu Milton Lie and their team will present a diverse offering from Sifu Wong's Kungfu Tai Chi Academy. Their Wu (Hao) weapons and empty hand sets are very impressive.
J.K. Wong Kungfu Tai Chi Academy
1350 E. Arapaho Rd. Ste. 110
Richardson, TX 75081
972-680-7888
Master Wang Tao - Performing Yang Style Tai Chi, Vivian and her team are elegant, graceful and very entertaining.
Wang Tao Kung Fu
999 E. Arapaho Rd. Ste. 110
Richardson, TX 75081
214-636-5581 (cell)
972-690-0186 (office)
Professional Member of the National Qigong Association
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