I was determined to pick up martial arts once back in the US, and I've just found my new school to train at: Jow Ga Shaolin Institute. Of all the places I've looked into, this place seemed to have the best deal for me. While not cheap, it had reasonable prices, schedules, and programs. Plus, I've always been somewhat interested in trying Kung Fu and Tai Chi. I'm doing both, twice a week to start. I'm hoping the Tai Chi will help improve my health and that Kung Fu will get me back in shape. I've only had three classes but I'm enjoying it a lot so far. I've paid up 3 months in advance, so there's no quitting too soon.
The Tai Chi movements are designed to strengthen your muscles and massage your organs. Kung Fu is a mix of strengthe training and cardio. The techniques in these styles are completely different from karate. What I like about it is is that there's no high impact on any one part of body, and the moves you do sort of stretch your body out. Some classes will end in Lion Dance practices or forms to music. These are fun. Hopefully I'll have some of the basics down by my (tentative) China trip next year. I'll have to try to fit in couple of days of training while I'm there.
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