T'ai Chi
Contemplative Practices in Diverse Traditions, Part 5

World Tai Chi Day

T'ai chi ch'uan is an internal Chinese martial art. Medical research has found evidence that t'ai chi is helpful for improving balance and for general psychological health.

In this session, which is open to students, staff, faculty, and the general public, you'll learn the basics of t'ai chi from an expert practitioner. Dr. Bing Wei Athey created a t'ai chi course for Oxford College of Emory University and introduces t'ai chi into stress management classes at Southeastern Louisiana University on a regular basis.

Come as you are -- no prior knowledge or special equipment needed (comfortable shoes are recommended).

Prizes will be awarded to participants and food will be available thanks to the generosity of Xavier's Confucius Institute. This event is presented in conjunction with Xavier's Health Awareness Week.

  • Led by: Dr. Bing Wei Athey (Southeastern Louisiana University)
  • Date: Friday, October 24, 2014
  • Time: Noon - 12:50 PM
  • Location: UC Ballroom
  • Sponsor: Confucius Institute & CAT

Note: This series is part of CAT's ongoing efforts to foster discussion of contemplative pedagogy and to enhance faculty engagement with the Xavier mission. Photo credit: World Tai Chi Day / CC BY 2.0

To register: No RSVP necessary; just come on by.

Tags: contemplative
Format: hands-on
Event ID: 01295


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