Deepen Your Practice • Strengthen Your Structure • Build Confidence in Movement
This 4-part workshop series was designed to help both new and continuing Tai Chi students deepen their understanding of the essential foundations of Tai Chi. Each session focuses on a different pillar of Tai Chi form, structure, and coordinated movement. Whether you’re just beginning, looking to refine your skills, or wanting to catch up after missed classes, these workshops offer the kind of detailed breakdowns and guided practice that go beyond what a standard class can provide. Each workshop is followed by the regularly scheduled 4:30–5:15 PM Tai Chi class, giving students a chance to immediately apply what they’ve learned.
Workshop 3 of 4 — Grasp The Sparrow's Tail
In Part 3 of our Tai Chi workshop series, we apply the principles developed in earlier sessions to one of the most iconic Yang Style Tai Chi sequences: Grasp the Sparrow’s Tail. This workshop introduces a short, traditional movement pattern that beautifully illustrates how Tai Chi structure comes to life through timing, coordination, and intention. Students will explore the four primary Tai Chi energies—Ward Off, Roll Back, Press, and Push—and learn how they connect into a flowing, meaningful sequence.
STAY for the regularly scheduled 4:30 -5:15PM Tai Chi class.
Registration: Tickets are $20 per person for Q4 Active members ($25 for non-members). To register, please click the link below, call (818) 961-5353, or email info@q4-active.com. It's best to reserve your space early as space is limited.
Instructor: Andre Cronje is a Wildlife & Documentary Cinematographer and Tai Chi instructor. He has been studying and practicing Yang Style Taiji for over 20 years it has also earned his instructor certification in Wudang SanFeng Taiji-Kung Fu in China under Master Shen ShiXing. Andre believes that regular Tai Chi practice provides a solid foundation for regulated health and longevity in a disregulated world. Tai Chi and kung fu practice has been a fundamental part of his daily life as these principles are practically often used when stalking, tracking and filming wild animals.
Future Topics and Dates:
- Part 4 of 4: Yang Style 24-Step Standard Form (Tuesday, March 10, 2026)