By Master Jake Garrett
Following a brief
hiatus, the Sunrise Class returns on Wednesday September 6th. We are
fortunate to have such a full weekly schedule of classes; the diversity of
classes allows a student to experience the many facets of traditional
taekwondo. The Sunrise class is a unique traditional experience, there is
something different about training early in the morning, your body is fresh and
strong, your mind is calm and receptive.
A perfect time to begin a 15-minute
meditation. The additional time in meditation allows you to move beyond our
typical start of class meditation in which one stills the mind in preparation
of focused training. Sunrise meditation can promote a calmness and relaxation
in your body and mind, a deeper focus is developed down to a single point, a
point of stillness is obtained, this is an acquired skill that not only
benefits one’s martial skills and practice, but also carries over into your
everyday activities.
Following
mediation time is spent in Ki development with the practice of Qigong
exercises. The active principles of Qigong are breath, posture, movement,
relaxation and concentration-visualization. The Eight Brocades a soft style
practice is an ideal system for students to enhance their understanding and use
of Ki energy. If your concerned about another discipline to learn and the
proper way to practice, don’t be, the way to practice is “take it easy” follow
along with the movements, use natural breathing, don’t look for the Ki, it is
in your in body, it is occurring, with practice and intent you will eventually
recognize and use it every day.
Each week we will
spend time focusing on the details of each one of the eight positions, while
breathing naturally allowing the Ki to sink to Tanjun. New to this class will
be the introduction of hard style Qigong exercises focused on rooting and
centering technique.
Meditation and Ki
awareness culminate in the reward of the class, Poomsae! Having spent time
clearing your mind in mediation focusing on your breath and performing slow
relaxed movements, you may discover a new aspect and understanding of your
poomsae practice. This is a wonderful way to start the day.
As seen in the September 2017 issue of the Chosun newsletter...
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