Guidelins on Preparing, Practicing and Finishing a Taiji Exercise

Preparing, Practicing and Finishing a Taiji Exercise

A) Dress

· Taiji T-shirt may be purchase from the Association, otherwise a plan white T-shirt without collar is acceptable

· White plan loose long trek trousers

· Loose Kungfu costume in is worn during performance

· A spare shirt would be ideal for change after class

· A sweat towel is encouraged

· Changing room is available at the Center

B) Shoes

· Bare foot is acceptable when practicing in the Taiji Center

· A clean pair of soft black Kungfu shoes are allowed during training

· Kungfu shoes are required during performance

C) Ornaments

· Avoid large bracelet or other ornaments on the neck, waist, legs, fingers, ears or any part of the body that may injure others or yourself

· Eye glasses shall be removed if possible

· Watch shall be removed

D) Items in the Pockets

· Pocket on the shirt and trousers shall be empty

· Mobile phone etc shall be removed

E) Meal

· Avoid eating 2 hours before a Taiji session

· Light meal is ok half hour before a Taiji session

· Avoid eating a heavy meal after a Taiji session while the body is still warm

F) Drink

· Cold drink to be avoided during or after a Taiji session

· Warm plan drink in small portion is encouraged

· Avoid drinking large amount of water

G) Washing and Shower

· Do not shower while you are sweating or still feel warm

· Avoid washing hands or feet within after the exercise or while the palm or feet are still warm

H) Exposal to Wind

· Do not expose to cold air or wind after the exercise

· Change the shirt that is soaked with sweat to a fresh one