Traditional Martial Arts
Here at EMW Fitness, we teach traditional martial arts. Namely, the Internal Systems of Tai Chi Chuan,
Hsing I Chuan, and Ba Gua Zhang.
Internal Martial Arts uses Chi-Gung exercises to strengthen Chi, or
vitality of the body, based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which work to keep the
whole body healthy and prevent illness before it exists.
Internal Martial Arts works to harmonize the
mind and body through moving meditation. What is the difference between an internal and external
martial art? Starting out, internal as a term refers to that which is on the inside, such as our Qi, spirit,
and mind. External refers to physical aspects such as body, muscles, tendons, and bones. An external
martial art as such believes in raising speed, physical strength and reflexes first.
Here at EMW Fitness, we teach traditional martial arts. Namely, the Internal Systems of Tai Chi Chuan,
Hsing I Chuan, and Ba Gua Zhang. Internal Martial Arts uses Chi-Gung exercises to strengthen Chi, or
vitality of the body, based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which work to keep the
whole body healthy and prevent illness before it exists. Internal Martial Arts works to harmonize the
mind and body through moving meditation. What is the difference between an internal and external
martial art? Starting out, internal as a term refers to that which is on the inside, such as our Qi, spirit,
and mind. External refers to physical aspects such as body, muscles, tendons, and bones. An external
martial art as such believes in raising speed, physical strength and reflexes first.
1. Yang Style Tai Chi, long form: Yang style Taijiquan, as a internal martial art (Nei Jia Quan), is
grounded in a group of core practice principles: relaxation (Song), circular movements, martial
applications, rooting (Gen), moving from the waist (Yao), chi and springy (Jin) energies, softness (Rou),
fluidity and expansiveness, vital energy on the move, good timing and coordination, fullness and
emptiness, deep and coordinated breathing, becoming calm and quiet (Jing), mind/intent (Yi) leading
bodily movements, and other principles found in the Taiji Classics. This system is complete which
includes Tai Chi warm up exercises and stretches, Chi Qong Breathing Exercises, Tai Chi long
form (which is broken down into 3 sections), Push Hands, and Tai Chi Sword.
2. Hsing I Chuan: Hsing I Chuan translates roughly as “form and will boxing,” meaning that the form or
stance that the body takes is dependent on the will or intent. The style is linear, with limbs kept close
to the body and strikes moving forward. It uses few kicks and holds, emphasizing quick, powerful and
efficient attacks. Here at EMW Fitness, we teach the 12 animals.
3. Ba Gua Zhang: Baguazhang is a fighting art which combines striking techniques with grappling
techniques, including throws, takedowns, joint locks, and submissions. The style is based upon circular
movements, circles within circles, and spiral movements within the circles. In this system you will be
taught basic and advance bagua warm up and stretches, foot work, single and double palms changes, chi
qong, eight palms, and applications.