The eight gates (Peng, Lü, Ji, An, Cai, Lie, Zhou, Kao) and the five steps are the basic components of Taiji Quan.

Every movement should be an expression and transformation of these energies.

Without them Taiji Quan is merely empty form.

In this class we will explore these fundamental energies, how they are expressed in Chan Si Gong, Taiji Quan forms, and their practical application.

The Nei Dan Shi San Shi is an elegant form that combines practice of thirteen energies with internal cultivation.