T’AI CHI CHIH^{®
Moving Meditation taught by Pam Towne}

An integral part of your Melrose Way experience will be instruction in and daily practice of the gentle movements of T’ai Chi Chih. You will learn at least 10 of the 20 simple movements of this easy, non-martial form of T’ai Chi taught by world renowned, accredited T’ai Chi Chih teacher, Pam Towne. No prior experience is necessary. Pam’s professional quality, easy-to-follow instructional DVD will be provided for you to take with you at the conclusion of your Melrose Way week, so you can continue this beneficial practice of “Serenity in the Midst of Activity” after returning home.

T’ai Chi Chih is a moving meditation that cultivates health, serenity and longevity. This new form of the ancient Chinese art of T’ai Chi was originated by Justin Stone and first taught in 1974. It is particularly well adapted to our fast-paced and stress-filled lives. With only 20 easy-to-learn movements that are enjoyable to do, it can be done by anyone, regardless of physical ability. 

T’ai Chi Chih is ideal for people of any age. You can adapt the gentle movements to your comfortable range of motion. They require only a few feet of space so they can be done almost anywhere, including by your desk or in your kitchen when feeling tired or tense. They have a peaceful yet energizing effect which dissolves tensions, enhances creativity and productivity, and supports lifestyle changes.

Practitioners of T’ai Chi Chih say that it:

•Relaxes & relieves stress

•Improves balance and flexibility

•Gives more energy and stamina

•Regulates weight and blood pressure

•Helps to sleep better

•Relieves back pain and headaches

•Increases mental clarity, concentration and creativity

•Improves circulation and benefits arthritic joints

The regular practice of T’ai Chi Chih produces these wonderful benefits by circulating and balancing what the Chinese call “Chi”.  What is this mysterious Chi? Accredited Instructor for 24 years and Teacher Trainer, Pam Towne says, “Chi can be translated as ‘Vital Energy’. It is the energy that flows through our bodies and through every living thing. It is the Life Force itself! Many people experience it as a pleasant tingling sensation while doing T’ai Chi Chih.”

Additional information about T’ai Chi Chih is available at www.taichi9.com

T’AI CHI CHIH® is a Federally Registered Trademark of Good Karma Publishing, Inc.

...with the accumulation of chi through Tai Chi Chih practice, permanent changes in the metabolism and thinking process take place, and the renewed energy conditions the whole way of life... joy becomes our natural heritage.
Justin Stone in "The Essence of Tai Chi Chih".

"Tai Chi Chih has changed my life." 9 out of 10 letters received by Justin Stone.

“T’ai Chi Chih reduces stress, and if you can reduce your stress, it can work on all kinds of ailments. We know ulcers, chemical dependency, emotional neuroses, hypertension – a lot of common 20th century ailments – are stress-related.”
Dr David Walker, Los Angeles Times

“T’ai Chi Chih Keeps theDoctor Away, Research Says” Emory University study reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA)

“T’ai Chi Chih for Older people Reduces Falls, May Help Maintain Strength” National Institute of Health (NIH), News in Health

“Shingles immunity is greatly strengthened by regular T’ai Chi Chih practice. T’ai Chi Chih practioners experienced up to a 50% increase in the immune system’s memory T-cells, which are responsible for attacking the virus that causes shingles. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) study, reported in the Wall Street Journal
At the Tufts-New England Medical Center, rheumatoid arthritis sufferers with an average age of 50 who practiced T’ai Chi twice a week for 3 months had fewer tender joints than a control group.” – Tufts University Health and Nutrition Letter