Improve your upper and lower body flexibility with basic Tai Chi and Qigong movements.
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Tai Chi Instructor
Sep, 2018 - PresentPrivate Studio and Online
Beginning students learn the 24 movement short form through classical Chinese animal imagery, such as the horse, monkey, snake, dragon, tiger and crane. Students learn three basic warm up exercises including the Chinese drum, Salute to the Sun and Pat the Horse. Continuing students learn Return Tiger to Mountain, Rooster Stands on One Leg, Repulse Monkey, Slanted Flying and More. Emphasis is on balance, mental focus, renewed energy and improving overall flexibility.
Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditations Instructor
Oct, 2017 - PresentPrivate Studio and Online
Tai Chi Instructor for beginning and continuing students. Start classes with warm up exercises emphasizing breathing, stretching and balance. Beginning students learn the short and intermediate forms of the classical Yang style Tai Chi Chuan. Meditation taught at home studio with breathing and self massage techniques. Students learn to relax and focus on breath, sounds, chanting, and brass bowl sounds.
Tai Chi Instructor at Community Center and Online
Feb, 2014 - Feb, 2015Kroc Community Center
I taught White Crane, Black Tiger and Red Dragon Sets of Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan to students of all ages. Classes begin with stretching and stepping exercises, leading up to full sets depending on the proficiency of the class. Individual attention is given to each student as they progress through the difficulty of each set. Mindfulness and mind-body connection are emphasized, as well as progressive relaxation. All students are given ample opportunities to ask questions during or after class.
Tai Chi Instructor
Feb, 2014 - PresentPrivate Senior Center
I taught White Crane and Black Tiger Tai Chi Chuan to Keizer Salem Area Senior Center members of all ages. Emphasis was placed on strength, mental focus and balance to help prevent tripping and falling. Students learn to move the chi energy throughout their bodies from the soles of their feet to the top of their heads and to release energy from their fingertips.
Physical Training Coordinator
Apr, 1987 - Sep, 2004U.S. Military Department
I taught Tai Chi stretching, flexibility, calisthenic exercises, physical fitness training, weight loss, and health coaching. Many of my students benefited from setting goals and tracking their performance from month to month. I worked with many students to increase their flexibility and strength in order for them to manage stress and anxiety. Most saw marked improvement over a period of months, depending on the dedication to their programs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Education - Secondary Teaching - Communications
Sep, 1966 - Aug, 1970Idaho State University
Advanced Tai Chi Chuan and Meditation
Jun, 2008 - Jul, 2010Master Pang's Tai Chi Retreat at Orcas Island: Advanced forms of Tai Chi, PaKua, Qigong, and meditation, including Master Pang's philosophy and teachings.
Advanced Tai Chi Chuan - Meditation - Philosophy
Mar, 2006Master Fong's Tai Chi Workshops at Seattle, Bellingham, Astoria, Portland and Kauai. Advanced forms of Tai Chi Chuan, PaKua, Qigong and meditation. Sharing of the Masters' philosophy and secret forms.
Advanced Tai Chi Chuan and Energy Arts - Meditation and Pa Kua
Mar, 2004 - Mar, 2013Tai Chi School of Healing Arts: Tai Chi Chuan, Pa Kua, Energy Arts and Meditation
Meditation and Oriental Philosophy - Chanting - Mindfulness
Sep, 1973 - Apr, 1974San Joaquin Delta College
Personal Study and Research - Martial Arts - Tai Chi - Meditation
Sep, 1969Researched and studied Tai Chi Chuan, Qigong and meditation books and articles by many renowned teachers and writers.
Certifications
Advanced Leadership Course (Physical Training)
Apr, 2003Oregon Military Department
Advanced training in stretching, calisthenics, push-ups, sit-ups, running, and alternative aerobic exercises. In-depth exposure to weight tracking and control, health program goal setting and design.
Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong
Jan, 2018Tai Chi Master Robert Fong
More than 150 hours of successful study, practice and training in Tai Chi and Qigong. Classes, workshops, retreats and summer camps held in Seattle, Bellingham, Orcas Island, Washington; and in Astoria, Salem, Oregon and on Kauai, Hawaii.
Certificate in Meditation
Mar, 2015Allegra Learning Solutions, LLC
Certified to teach variations of meditations and mind-body practice grounded in the silence and stillness of present-day awareness. The practice offers improvement in symptoms of various disease conditions in addition to the experience of a deeper spiritual connection.
Awards
Meritorious Service Medal
Sep, 2004United State Army
2020 Best of Salem Awards - Martial Arts Instruction
Apr, 2020Salem Business Recognition
Affiliations
Phi Theta Kappa
Oct, 1968The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.
Kaiser Salem Area Senior Center
Apr, 2014Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, Inc is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization The Keizer/Salem Area Senior Center is a self-supported and self-operated by our members and volunteers. K/SAS offers programs to adults of all ages. Regular membership starts at age 50. Associate membership is available to individuals under the age of 50.
American Association of Retired Persons
Aug, 1998Enhancing the quality of life for all as we age—not just serving our nearly 38 million members—is our mission. At its heart, the work that AARP and its affiliates do can be summed up in just 12 words: “We fight for and equip each individual to live their best life.” It’s all about real possibilities.
United States Army
Sep, 1986The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected Soldiers in the world. These Soldiers protect America’s freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.
United States Navy
Sep, 1970To recruit, train, equip, and organize to deliver combat ready Naval forces to win conflicts and wars while maintaining security and deterrence through sustained forward presence.
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