The whirlwind of Chenjiagou is over. We are blurring along on the bullet train from Luoyang to Xi’an, where we will grab a quick dinner then catch another bus to Louguantai for the rest of our trip. We will transition from amoeba-like hoards of taiji players milling about into 5 days of Taoist study and reflective taiji practice based on the Tao Te Ching.
Read moreHope
Please enjoy this blog contribution by Peter Houser, a long time student at the Sanctuary and two time participant in our Chenjiagou taiji trips.
Read moreThe Challenge(s)
Boy is it hot. Have I said that already? Worse than Texas in July…2-3 showers a day, several changes of clothes, and a healthy respect for the hydration need.
Read moreDeep in the Experience
It’s Saturday morning, and we’ve been in the village since Thursday afternoon. Our accommodations are not in the village this time.
Read moreFirst Impressions
“Welcome to Xi’an!”
We made it; our journey ended at the Skytel Hotel, just next to the South Gate of this beautiful city.
Taijiquan Principles Comes in All Shapes and Sizes
It’s not just lessons in a book that you read or in a class you took. Sometimes the principle of yielding and redirecting shows up other unexpected places, like in trip planning.
Read moreThe balance of disconnecting
As our departure date for our China retreat approaches, the volatility in the world is increasing.
Read moreIt's Almost Time to Pack!
Our trip to China is just over a month away, and I’m starting to think about packing already! Truth be told I’ve been thinking about it for a while…my packing lists are epic and have been shared among many travelers to the village.
Read morePractical Anatomy is back again!
It’s that time again! Time to crack open the anatomy books and join me for some learning and edification! In the 2nd class in the Practical Anatomy series, we will focus on the hip and leg muscles.
Read moreOpen House May 5th!
The Taoist Sanctuary is proud to announce the return of the Open House! On May 5th, join us to find out more about the unique offerings of the oldest Taijiquan and Qi Gong school in San Diego.
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