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What should you expect?
The first few weeks of class are some of the most exciting times in your training. You might find yourself sore and exhausted, but surprisingly motivated and energized. You will likely get past the soreness within the first 2 weeks (more on that below.) You will also have the excitement of knowing that you are learning an ancient art that is making you more healthy in your modern-day life! This may sound trivial, but wait until your friends and family notice your new glow! Believe me, it will happen to you! This isn't a religion and we're not trying to convert you from or to any religion. The experience itself, though, is so enlightening and does so much to heighten your spirit and increase your health that you can't help looking and feeling better. Think of it as your personal path to the best that you can be. It will open your mind to the possibilities that your life holds.
Don't worry about what people think. You shouldn't be overly concerned about what people will think of your attendance to Tai Chi class. These people will see you, hear about how you feel, and be right beside you in a class not too far away. So, congratulate yourself even if you can only attend once a week. Remember though, that Tai Chi must be practiced in order to deliver its ultimate benefits in your life.
Ididn't even know I had these muscles (that are now really sore). Depending on your activity level before joining, you're likely to feel very sore the first couple weeks. This is not only to be expected, but is the sign that Shaolin-Do is doing something good for you. Ice down those sore muscles, use a liniment, get some rest and get back to class to work that soreness out. Ask your teacher about some possible nutritional supplements to help with recovery time and cut down on soreness.
What are the rules
Tai Chi Today Class
You must bow while entering the training area and bow toward the training area as you leave. Furthermore, we formally bow in before each class. These two steps help to set up the training area and class experience as the time and place where you have come to learn something very important. It separates the events of the class from the normal everyday world. When interrupting a teacher to ask a question it is also polite to bow respectfully.
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Bottom line
The bottom line is to ask questions if you feel unsure of the proper protocol in class. Nobody will "take your head off". My purpose at the school is literally to serve you, not for you to serve me. It is the same for our on-site programs. I expect you to show the proper respect to me, my school, my teacher, my art and my instructors, but after that you are the reason my instructors are in your building. Feel free to give me feedback on this program?
Master Joe Schaefer, PhD.
What will the next email be?
In the coming weeks you can expect some emails containing descriptions of the material that will be covered in Tai Chi Today classes.
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