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Ramel Rones

Do you want to become more fit, more flexible and more relaxed?

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Do you want to become more fit, more flexible and more relaxed?

This complete 10-week Tai Chi for beginners course taught by Rami Rones will teach you in a simple, step-by-step proven method an important Tai Chi form.  You will go much deeper than just learning the Tai Chi form.  You will learn various stretches and movements to become more flexible and stronger.  In addition, you will learn the power of deep breathing and meditation and will become more relaxed, lowering any stress you may have.

Rami has synthesized over 30 years of Tai Chi and mind-body teaching and practice to create this Tai Chi for Beginners course. You will experience the same teaching he has done with the thousands of elite athletes, adults, teenagers, “weekend warriors”, martial artists and others to become more successful and confident.

He has designed a number of medical clinical trials such as the investigation of the benefits of Tai Chi and Fibromyalgia, Tai Chi and Knee Osteoarthritis.  Much of his research design is also included in this course.  His Fibromyalgia and Tai Chi study was published in the New England Journal of Medicine and featured in the New York Times.

You will also benefit from his extensive teaching at the internationally recognized Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Tufts Medical Center and the Boston Medical Center where he continues to help patients deal with, and recover from, a wide variety of ailments and and the side effects that often occur with various treatments.

Rami’s incredible knowledge, teaching ability and engaging personality makes this Tai Chi for Beginners course a joy for anyone interested in improving their physical and mental well-being.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Learn a powerful and simple tai chi form
  • Become much more flexible
  • Learn to meditate for stress reduction
  • Learn the benefits of deep breathing
  • Become stronger and more generally fit
  • Develop better balance
  • Reduce and prevent injuries

Syllabus

Introduction
How To Use This Course- Please Print this PDF (you must be enrolled to print it)
Log Sheets to Record Your Practice- Print this PDF (you must be enrolled to print it)
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Ramel (Rami) Rones Resume
"Mountain Stance"
Learn "Mountain" Stance
Practice "Mountain" Stance
Review the Tai Chi Form
Learn "Lower Energy Center" Visualization
Practice "Lower Energy Center" Visualization
Learn "Wing" Breath
Practice "Wing" Breath
Learn "Iron on the Wall"
Practice "Iron on the Wall"
Learn "Mountain" Stance Meditation with the "3 Forces Unification;" Heaven, Human and Earth
Practice "Mountain" Stance Meditation with the "3 Forces Unification;" Heaven, Human and Earth
Bonus Insight—Learn "Lower Energy Center" Visualization with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Bonus Insight—Practice "Lower Energy Center" Visualization with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Material to Print for "Mountain Stance"
"Begin Tai Chi"
Learn "Begin Tai Chi"
Practice "Begin Tai Chi"
Review the Tai Chi Form Through "Begin Tai Chi"
Learn "Upper Two Gates" Visualization
Practice "Upper Two Gates" Visualization
Learn "Lower Two Gates" Visualization
Practice "Lower Two Gates" Visualization
Learn "Four Gates" Visualization
Practice "Four Gates" Visualization
Learn "Up and Down Like the Moon and the Sun"
Practice "Up and Down Like the Moon and the Sun"
Bonus Insight—Learn "Begin Tai Chi" with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Bonus Insight—Practice "Begin Tai Chi" with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Material to Print for "Begin Tai Chi"
"Grind"
Learn "Grind"
Practice "Grind"
Review the Tai Chi Form Through "Grind"
Learn "Empty-Full Moon"
Practice "Empty-Full Moon"
Learn "Chair Twist"
Practice "Chair Twist"
Learn "Grind" with a chair between your legs
Practice "Grind" With a Chair Between Your Legs
Bonus Insight- Learn "Grind" with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Bonus Insight- Practice "Grind" with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Material to Print for "Grind"
"Crane Spreads Its Wings"
Learn "Crane Spreads its Wings"
Practice "Crane Spreads It's Wings"
Review the Tai Chi Form Through "Crane Spreads It's Wings"
Learn "Cat" Stance From Side to Side
Practice "Cat" Stance From Side to Side
Learn "Crane's Wings" Both Up
Practice "Crane's Wings" Both Up
Learn "Crane's Wings" Both Down
Practice "Crane's Wings" Both Down
Learn "Crane's Wings" Up and Down
Practice "Crane's Wings" Up and Down
Learn "Crane Spreads its Wings" From Side to Side
Practice "Crane Spreads its Wings" From Side to Side
Bonus Insight- Learn the "Heron"
Bonus Insight- Practice the "Heron"
Material to Print for "Crane Spreads Its Wings"
"2 Blocks and Brush Knee & Step Forward"
Learn the "2 Blocks" and "Brush Knee & Step Forward"
Practice the "2 Blocks" and "Brush Knee & Step Forward"
Review the Tai Chi Form Through "2 Blocks" and "Brush Knee and Step Forward"
Learn the "Two Blocks"
Practice the "Two Blocks"
Learn Tai Chi "Back" Stance to Tai Chi "Front" Stance Legs Only
Practice Tai Chi "Back" Stance to Tai Chi "Front" Stance Legs Only
Learn "Brush Knee and Step Forward" On Both Sides
Practice "Brush Knee and Step Forward" On Both Sides
Bonus Insight- Learn "Vitamin H"
Bonus Insight- Practice "Vitamin H"
Material to Print for "2 Blocks and Brush Knee and Step Forward"
"Cloud Hands"
Learn "Cloud Hands"
Practice "Cloud Hands"
Review the Tai Chi Form Through "Cloud Hands"
Learn "Cloud Hands" Legs Only
Practice "Cloud Hands" Legs Only
Learn "Cloud Hands" Arms Only
Practice "Cloud Hands" Arms Only
Learn "Cloud Hands" Arms & Legs to Both Sides: Left and Right
Practice "Cloud Hands" Arms & Legs To Both Sides: Left & Right
Bonus Insight- Learn "Cloud Hands" with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Bonus Insight- Practice "Cloud Hands" with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Material to Print for "Cloud Hands"
"The Transition" Form with "Pick Up Needle From the Sea Bottom"
Learn the "Transition" Form with "Pick Up Needle From the Sea Bottom"
Practice the "Transition" Form with "Pick Up Needle From the Sea Bottom"
Reveiw the Tai Chi Form Through the Transition" Form Through the Transition Form with Pick up Needle from the Sea Bottom
Learn the "Transition" Form to Both Sides
Practice "Transition" Form to Both Sides
Learn the "Transition" Form with "Pick Up Needle From Sea Bottom" Side to Side
Practice the "Transition" Form with "Pick Up Needle From Sea Bottom" Side to Side
Bonus Insight- Learn "Pick Up Needle From the Sea Bottom": Sitting, Standing; From Side to Side with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball
Bonus Insight- Practice the "Transition" Form with "Pick Up Needle From the Sea Bottom"; Sitting, Standing; From Side to Side with a Round Object or a Tai Chi Ball

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Fits well for individuals who want to improve their physical well-being through mind-body practices
Comprehensive for absolute beginners, with a focus on building a strong foundation in Tai Chi
Presented by a renowned Tai Chi instructor with decades of experience and research
Includes not only Tai Chi exercises, but also deep breathing techniques and meditation for stress reduction and mindfulness
Covers various stretches and movements to enhance flexibility and balance, which are crucial aspects of Tai Chi

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Improve Your Physical and Mental Success with Tai Chi with these activities:
Practice Tai Chi Form
Practicing the Tai Chi form will help you improve your balance, coordination, and flexibility
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  • Find a quiet place to practice
  • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • Begin by practicing the basic Tai Chi movements
  • As you become more comfortable, you can add more complex movements
  • Practice for at least 30 minutes each day
Write a Journal of Your Tai Chi Practice
Writing a journal of your Tai Chi practice will help you track your progress and identify areas where you need to improve
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  • Purchase a journal or notebook
  • Write in your journal before and after each Tai Chi practice
  • Record your thoughts and feelings about your practice
  • Make note of any challenges you encounter
  • Review your journal entries regularly
Attend a Tai Chi Workshop
Attending a Tai Chi workshop will allow you to learn from a master teacher
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  • Find a Tai Chi workshop in your area
  • Register for the workshop
  • Attend the workshop and participate in all of the activities
  • Take notes on what you learn
  • Practice the techniques you have learned
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Enter a Tai Chi Competition
Competing in a Tai Chi competition will test your skills and help you improve your performance
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  • Find a Tai Chi competition in your area
  • Enter the competition
  • Prepare for the competition by practicing your Tai Chi form and techniques
  • Compete in the competition and give it your best
  • Win or lose, learn from the experience

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