T`ai Chi is a soft, gentle internal martial art as well as a gentle health exercise that enhances the most efficient use of the body's life giving energy which the Chinese refer to as "Qi" (Chi). It is based on two basic principles: that life is about balancing opposite forces (Yin and Yang), and that health problems are the probable result of an imbalance in these forces.

The practical benefit of T`ai Chi is not only as a form of exercise and moving meditation but in its inherent integrity - as a system which adapts to physical and mental ability. There are practically no limitations as to one's ability to become a T`ai Chi "player". Young and old, healthy and not so healthy, fat or thin; everyone can obtain some benefits from the regular practice of this wonderful system.

T`ai Chi stretches the muscles so less tension is put on the skeletal structure. In this way the body moves more freely and with less effort - similar to the ease and flexibility with which a cat moves. T`ai Chi also strengthens the tendons and ligaments so that the body can compress and expand with less effort and strain. When the muscles put less tension on the body, circulation is enhanced resulting in: