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Heaven and earth unite: the image of PEACE.
Thus the ruler
Divides and completes the course of heaven and earth;
He furthers and regulates the gifts of heaven and earth,
And so aids the people.
Heaven and earth are in contact and combine their influences, producing a time of universal flowering and prosperity. This stream of energy must be regulated by the ruler of men. It is done by a process of division. Thus men divide the uniform flow of time into the seasons, according to the succession of natural phenomena, and mark off infinite space by the points of the compass. In this way nature in its overwhelming profusion of phenomena is bounded and controlled. On the other hand, nature must be furthered in her productiveness. This is done by adjusting the product to the right time and the right place, which increases the natural yield. This controlling and furthering activity of man in his relation to nature is the work on nature that rewards him.
I Ching, 11. Peace
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Class Times & Main Location
Seminars
Special Events
Where we are Located
The Tai Chi Center of Chicago
New enrollment into the Tai Chi Introductory, Wellness Qigong, and Meditation starts at the beginning of every month. Please come 15 minute before class time in order to register and get familiar with the center.
Monday
 10 - 11am - Wellness Qigong & Tai Chi [Tomei]
 7:45-9:00pm - Open Level Yoga [Von Kaenel]
Tuesday
4:30-5:50 p.m - Preteen / Teen Yoga [Von Kaenel]
6:00-7:15 p.m - Beginning Level Yoga [Von Kaenel]
8 - 9:30pm - Advanced Tai Chi [Wenscott]
Wednesday
10 - 11am - Wellness Qigong & Tai Chi [Tomei]
12:30 -1:30pm - Open Level Yoga [Von Kaenel]
6:00-7:30 p.m - Intermediate Level Yoga [Von Kaenel]
Thursday
6:30 - 8:00pm - Tai Chi Intermediate [Wenscott]
8:00 - 9:00pm - Tai Chi Introductory [Wenscott]
Friday
Saturday
11:00am - 12:00pm - Tai Chi Introductory [Zalek]
12:30 - 2:00pm - Tai Chi All Ongoing Levels [Wenscott]
Sunday
8:30am - 9:30am - Tai Chi Intensive [Swehla]
9:30 - 10am - Meditation Introductory Pre-registration Required! [Wenscott, Swehla]
10 - 11:15 am - Ongoing Meditation [Wenscott, Swehla]
11:30am - 12:30pm - Health & Philosophy [Wenscott, Swehla, Hish]
For costs click Enrollment in the Tai Chi Program
For costs click Tracy Von Kaenel and the Yoga Program
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Our Location
The Tai Chi Center is located at:
4043 N. Ravenswood Ave. Suite #228
Chicago Illinois 60613
773-396-2653
Email info@taichicenter-chicago.com for more information.
For school brochure click here to download a PDF file.
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Seminars
Seminars are given several times a year. Seminars are an in-depth study of forms, weapons or two person exercises. Seminars are an excellent way to teach you a new form in a short period of time. For those repeating previously offered seminars it allows you to concentrate on details to better your performance and understanding as well as supporting the first timers.
Seminars are half off for repeaters unless noted.
People wishing to attend seminars that are not enrolled within the Tai Chi Center program must receive special permission from Elizabeth Wenscott. Seminar costs may vary.
All seminars are taught out of the Tai Chi Centers' main location unless otherwise noted.
JIAN SHEN CHUAN SEMINAR
* June 22nd, 2008
3-6pm $125.00 ($75 for repeaters that are in the Ongoing program)
Part One
* July 27th, 2008
3-6pm $125.00 ($75 for repeaters that are in the Ongoing program)
Part Two
Jian Shen Chuan was created by Hsu Fun Yuen in the early 40's. It is a strong, quick moving form consisting of various postures that come from the famed styles of Hsing I, Tong Bei and Tai Tui. This is an excellent form as it prepares you for the intensity and physical demands of advanced internal arts training.
This intensive seminar will be divided into two sections. Those that are repeaters will explore in greater detail the dynamics of this form. Those that are new prepare yourself for a flying kick!
Applicants must be in the Thursday and Saturday Ongoing level of the Tai Chi program and must attend both seminars. If for some reason you are unable to attend both seminars then you will be required to make it up privately with Elizabeth.
Jian Shen Chuan will only be practiced in the Ongoing class on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Past Seminars
Tai Chi Sword - Jan 2008
Tai Chi Sword - Oct. Nov. Dec. 2007
Push Hands (Tui Shou) - June 2007
Man Jian Hong Chuan - Oct 2006
Tai Chi Tui Shou - June 2006
Two Person Tai Chi Staff - March 2006
Tai Chi Tui Shou - Dec. 2005
Tai Chi Staff - Sept. 2005
Day Lu - May 2005
Man Jian Hong Sword - Nov. 2004
8 Week Fundamentals of Tai Chi and Tui Shou (Push Hands) - May - June 2004
Tai Chi Tui Shou (Push Hands) - Feb. 2004
Tai Chi Broadsword - Oct. 2003
Tai Chi Tui Shou (Push Hands) - Feb. 2003
Jen Shen Juan - Nov. 2002
Tai Chi Tui Shou (Push Hands) - Feb. 2002
Tai Chi Staff - Nov. 2001
Tai Chi Tui Shou (Push Hands) - Feb. 2001
San Shou Tu Ta Ko Shih Ming Cheng Aug. 2001
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2008 Special Events
Tai Chi At Millennium Park with Christopher Zalek
June 7, July 5, August 2, amd September 6, 2008
7:00 am
Consider riding your bike to participate Chris's tai chi class at Millennium Park. Yes, yes, yes I know it is early but what a wonderful way to start your day off while supporting your tai chi brother. Consider helping him by promoting his introductory class and the school by passing out postcards.
Retro on Roscoe
Saturday and Sunday August 2 & 3, 2008
11:00 am - 10 pm
Tai Chi, Qigong, Meditation and Yoga. Member artist Kipling Swehla will also be presenting his works of photography.
ArtWalk Ravenswood
Saturday and Sunday October 4 & 5, 2008
11:00 am - 6 pm
Tai Chi, Qigong, Meditation and Yoga. Member artist Kipling Swehla and Christine Wallers will also be presenting their works of art.
Past Special Events
Nine Divisions of the Celestial Sphere - Special Health and Philosophy Class - April 2008 TC3 Blog
ArtWalkRavenswood - October 2007
Neigong and Q&A With Grandmaster Hsu Fun Yuen - Nov 2006
Tai Chi Demonstration at Angelic Organic Farm Open House - July 2006
Tai Chi Demonstration at Angelic Organic Farm Open House - July 2004
Cheng Man-Ching International Tai Chi Chuan Championships - Aug 2000
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Our Location
The Tai Chi Center of Chicago
4043 N. Ravenswood Ave. Suite #228
Chicago Illinois 60613
773.396.2653
Public Transportation Routes to the Center
Irving Park Bus, #80
Ashland Ave. Bus, #9
Damen Ave. Bus, #50
Kimball Brown line train:
Stops at Irving Park near Ravenswood. Walk a half block North on Ravenswood.
For CTA, RTA, or METRA train schedule, fares, etc. call 312-836-7000 or visit http://www.transitchicago.com
If you are driving in from out of town or the suburbs try Yahoo's maps and driving directions guide
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