Explore the foundations of traditional Tai Chi surrounded by the natural beauty of Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Led by Master Yun, this introductory class covers basic postures, traditional forms and exercises designed to build a deeper understanding of Tai Chi movement.
Participants will explore the practice’s focus on internal energy, relaxation, posture and alignment, while learning how its subtle, flowing movements can support health and also connect to traditional martial arts and self-defense applications.
Master Yun (Yun Chao Zhang) has practiced Traditional Chinese Martial Arts for more than 50 years and has taught around the world for three decades. A USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, he currently teaches Tai Chi and Kung Fu at UC Santa Barbara.