18 Meetup Groups match “Internal Martial Arts” near San Francisco, CA
This group is dedicated to the practice of Chinese Internal Martial Arts (IMA) or Neijiaquan. We most often practice Tai Chi, the most popular form of IMA, but also practice Xingyiquan and Baguazhang. This is an informal group that anyone my join free of charge. For more formal instruction please visit the Experimental College website or the UCD Tai Chi club. Push hands is a two person drill in which both parties are trying to control the other person's center, while at the same time trying …
This group is open to all people interesting in learning or extending their martial arts. Xin Yi Dao is a training system rooted in Che and Dai family Xingyi Quan. Exercises from Old form Bagua Zhang and Taiji Quan are used to emphasize body mechanics vital for correct technique. Each practice session, one of the group leaders will take the group thru drills for a specific martial skill (ie sticking, bridging, twining). The group leaders are senior students of Grand Master Li Tailiang. More in …
I Liq Chuan, Internal Martial Arts of Awareness… for the Ladies For you ladies out there who have been curious about learning martial arts - here is your chance to learn among other women in a safe and supportive environment. If you have background in any other form of martial arts and are curious, this class will help you improve in whatever style you have been learning. This is NOT a typical self-defense class where you’ll learn a few moves and techniques. Instead, you will learn secrets of In …
Meet others interested in learning more of the practice of Push Hands in an open learning environment. Push Hands is a two-person "slow sparing" or energy awareness exploration practiced by Tai Chi, Qi Gong and other other Asian martial disciplines. Anyone is welcome, though experience with Push Hands or exposure to an "internal" martial art is very helpful. I have several years experience with Push Hands from the perspective of Qi Dao (Tibetan Shamanic Qigong) and I am open to teaching thos …
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This is an open training group for martial artists of all experience levels and styles. The meetups are designed to exchange ideas on standup, grappling, internal, and weapons-based arts. Come in with the mindset that even the most novice of practitioners can add to your knowledge base. Safety and respect are of primary importance so make sure to check any ego at the door. I have a couple sets of pads, gloves, and sticks available. The atmosphere is casual but sincere in training. Beginners and …
Welcome! We are a group of tai chi (taiji) and chi kung (qigong) enthusiasts who gather together in a beautiful park setting in Belmont to practice the ancient arts of tai chi and chi kung for health, meditation, and martial ability. When practiced with consistency the arts of tai chi and chi kung help to strengthen the body, the internal organs, and the immune system, improve balance and agility, build up the protective qi (energy) field, and bring quietude to the mind, ultimately helping promo …
Tai Chi This is a group for people who want to learn the ancient art of Tai Chi. Beginners and advanced students are welcome. Sifu Daniel E. Wold is a master teacher of Tai Chi as well as Chi Kung, Kung Fu, and Aikido. He has over 30 years experience in martial arts and has been teaching Tai Chi in the same location in Sacramento for over 30 years and has trained many of the instructors in other local martial arts schools. Tai Chi Sacramento Class Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday at 9am Address: Ol …
I would like to start a Tai Chi Push hands group in Redwood Shores. I envision a non-competitive group where students of any discipline can test and improve their skills in a friendly,relaxed manner. I used to be part of San Jose Tai Chi push hands group in Townsend Park and I learned so much from the guys teaching there that I could never have learned in class. I am new to Redwood Shores and would also like to meet new friends in the neighborhood! I have taken Chen Tai Chi and most recently Imp …
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Anyone is welcome to join if you're interested in any of the following: Learning the oldest form of Taiji (Tai Chi) and the martial origins of its movement principles. Building exercise repertoire for health and fitness benefits. Exploring personal growth thru a mentally and physically engaging martial art system. Some of Taiji's benefits include: • stress relief & enhanced immunity • alleviate chronic illnesses • coordination & connection to core • strength, balance, efficiency • calmness …
Welcome to San Francisco I Liq Chuan practice group. The training is intended for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the sounds around you, your breathing, yo …
Dance for Healing, Dance for Joy is a meet up group for passionate, creative, heartfelt women practicing Nia Technique movement in the East Bay. Never heart of Nia?? Nia draws from DANCE, MARTIAL ARTS, and healing arts like YOGA to create safe, enjoyable movement that engages your body, mind and spirit. Done BAREFOOT to diverse and inspiring music, Nia is a transformational movement practice. Still don't get it? Well if "Dance for Healing, Dance for Joy" sounds good to you, come give it a try. N …
FREE YOGA Tai Chi Qigong Classes. Get Your Yoga Tai Chi Qigong On Without Busting Your Budget! Learn a dynamic yoga, that isn't all about sitting in impossible position. Classes taking place in Walnut Creek! People of all ages and abilities are welcome and invited to attend. You don't need to be flexible or have prior experience with yoga to join the workout. Our classes are non competitive and focus on safely progressing from easy to more challenging exercises. Yoga Tai Chi Qigong is a series o …
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This is a group for anyone interested in training together for a half marathon or 10k run. I started this group to share what I have learned about running and training over the years. Right now we are training for the Jungle Run Half Marathon and 10k in Los Gatos on July 14th. 140 dollar membership fee which includes the cost of the event.
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Welcome to the Bay Area Tai Chi Chuan Meetup Group! This group serves to provide a forum for practitioners of all styles to come together and share! Whether you are new to Tai Chi or an old hand, whether you practice Yang, Wu, Chen, Hao, Sun or any Internal Martial Art, you are welcome to participate here. We encourage practioners from all styles to come together openly and share knowledge and support so that we may all grow together. Please come back often for updates as our group grows!
This is the SF Bay Area branch of the Non-profit international organization Schola Saint George: www.scholasaintgeorge.org We study and practice the "Arte d'Armizare" (Art of Armed Combat) of 14th-15th century European medieval master of arms Fiore dei Liberi, every Sunday afternoon in Cuesta Park, Mountain View. Included in this martial system is medieval unarmed grappling, dagger, longsword, and spear. Schola Saint George has been training, studying and teaching medieval martial arts since the …
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Sheng Zhen Gong is a series of natural movements and meditations that help unlock the full range of motion and grace inherent in the human body. When you practice this form of qigong, relax the body and go through each movement with the heart leading, enjoying the movements as one would enjoy being on vacation. As the heart opens through the practice of Sheng Zhen Gong, the experience of unconditional love becomes tangible and accessible. Classes are open to people of all ages and ability levels …
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