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Learning to work clearly with energy has resonance in every aspect our lives. This process can be directed according to our needs and interests at any given time, and as with the Tao Te Ching satisfies the pragmatist and spiritualist in us. Our intention at Vita Arts is to pass the privilege of this knowledge on to others who wish to learn. Vita Arts is currently involved in various teaching activities; workshops, retreats, on going classes as well as private treatments and lessons in Brazil, England and the USA Our periodic engagements in New York include work at Columbia University, Union Theological Semminary, various health clubs, G.M.H.C., Key Stone Dance Studio; In London at The Holmes Place and Skychord Foundation; in Brazil at the Centro Cultural Tao, Academia Cosméli e Graff, Atsu Kai and Rede Compromisso com a Vida. |
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Aline I have been involved with bodywork therapies for over 10 years. My interest in Chinese Medicine, which started in college led me initially to the study and practice of Shiatsu. During this process I became increasingly aware of the deep connection between emotional, energetic and physical states. It was then that I began to combine physiotherapeutic procedures with oriental healing techniques, bringing about excellent results for my patients. With my interest in this approach growing, I moved to England to gain futher knowledge and experience. There I delved more fully into Shiatsu and began working with the healing aspects of the Internal Martial Arts. This work has had a deep impact on both my personal and professional lives. The practices have significantly changed my muscle pattern, enormously increased my body perception and energetic development as well as freed my body from chronic back pain and digestive disorders. Professionaly my own healing process has given me a completely new therapeutic view, which is, that in order to promote good health and exceptional levels of vitality, it is essential to work equally with the physical and energetic bodies. I continue to work with Taoist lineage holder Bruce Kumar Frantzis (world renowned practitioner and teacher of Internal Martial Arts) whose vast experience as a Chi Gung doctor in hospitals and clinics in China informs my own practice. I cannot over state the impact this work has had in my life, and must say that as the years go by I feel more comfortable in my body, emotionally balanced, relaxed and invigorated. As a health care professional I feel immense gratitude and satisfaction at being able to use, in my work with patients, and pass on, through my teaching, such profound knowledge. Brasil 1994 qualified as a physiotherapist-Faculty of the Science of Health, IPA; Brasil 1995 studied Shiatsu at the Atsu Kai school; England 1997 qualified as a Shiatsu practitioner from the European Shiatsu School;
England 1997-1998, studyed at the Skychord Foundation including: USA 1999 qualified Wu style Tai Chi Chuan Instructor by lineage holder Master B.K. Frantzis 2000 Taoist Meditation retreat with Master Frantzis Greece 2001 Chi Gung Tui Na retreat with Master Frantzis
USA 2001 Energy Gates Chi Gung Instructor Certification and Bend the Bow (spinal Chi Gung),Marriage of Heaven and Earth Chi Gung retreat with Master B.K. Frantzis |
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 Aline with Master Frantzis |
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Edward My interest in Tai Chi Chuan, Chi Gung, Ba Gua and Taoism really grew out of an early fascination with the Tao Te Ching and the I Ching.Texts which embody pin point philosophical accuracy and personal resonance with an astonishing depth and breadth of wisdom, unhindered by time or cultural context. After completing a bachelors degree in music performance (jazz and classical percussion) I embarked on what continues to be an extraordinary learning curve, the basic out line of which is sketched below. The awareness that these practices cultivate continues to fascinate and inspire me. |
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 Edward with Grand Master Ma Yue Liang |
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New Zealand 1988, studied Wu style long form with Master Shi Mei Lin (granddaughter of Wu-style founder Wu Chian Chuan, five time all China Champion, coach of Taiwan National Team). From 1989 to 1994 received private lessons with Master Shi Mei Lin in Long Form, Tuishou (Push Hands), and Double-edged Sword, as well as private lessons with Dr. Yan (son-in-law of Ma Yue Liang) in Long Form, Short Form, Double-edged Sword and Chi Gung. |
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| China 1994-1995, received instruction in Tai Chi Chuan and Tuishou from Grand Master Ma Yue Liang (son-in-law of Wu style founder, Wu Chien Chuan). Studied Tai Chi Chuan with Wu Jiang Lin (son of Master Ma) and Dr. Yan. Private lessons in martial applications of Tai Chi Chuan, Tuishou, and Broadsword with Master Zhang (senior disciple of Master Ma). | |
 Edward with Master Zhang |
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Canada 1995, attended first international Wu-style Tai Chi Chuan Federation Conference in Toronto. Workshops with Wu Kwong Yu and other Wu family members. China 1996, studied Tai Chi Chuan with Wu Jiang Lin, Tuishou and Broadsword with Master Zhang. China 1997, studied Tai Chi Chuan with Wu Jiang Lin and Ba Gua with Master Zhu. USA 1997, began studies with lineage holder B.K.Frantzis including: Energy Gates Chi Gung Senior Instructor Certification and Bend the Bow (spinal Chi Gung) retreat. 1998- Spiraling Energy Body Chi Gung and Ba Gua retreats 1999- Wu style short form Senior Instructor certification 2000- Gods Playing in the Clouds Chi Gung and Meditation retreats. 2001- Marriage of Heaven and Earth and Bend the Bow in Tai Chi Chuan retreats 2002- Longevity Breathing Retreat/Certified Instructor Taoist Breathing 2004- Marriage of Heaven and Earth Chi Gung Senior Instructor certification
Contact us at info@vitaarts.com |
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