Many years ago when I was a young Grasshopper, I took Shaolin Kung Fu in Atlanta at the Atlanta Area Shaolin Center with Sifu Michael Reid (Now Master Reid). I loved it. Martial arts is such a great way to get in shape and relax. While there, I also took Tai Chi. People look at folks going through the Tai Chi and think it's an old person's yoga or something. However, it involves breathing techniques, focus and builds bone mass.
Part of my studies in Chinese Medicine has brought Tai Chi back to my attention. I suffer from severe rheumatoid arthritis and various other things which has made me interested in alternative medicine in the first place. I started watching my old tai chi video but it's just not the same as being with a teacher and getting constructive help along the way.
I've been driving past Parker Kung Fu center for a year now and never stopped in. Chris (my son) and I went by after breakfast this morning. WOW! Sifu Wayne was amazing and got me out on the mat and put me through some tai chi right away. Then I got Chris to come inside and Sifu showed him some basic Chen Na and then we all did tai chi some more. I signed Chris up for Kung Fu and I'm going to start Tai Chi in April.
I guess I've always been a Kung Fu geek. The boys and I love to watch Ip Man movies. Kung Fu is just so healthy for your body and your spirit. I'm glad my son wants to do this and I can't wait to get started on my road to health!
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