2011 Special Events
Lake Norman Tai Chi Center is pleased to present this varied schedule of special events celebrating the best of Asian culture, health and wellness. Details of these and other events are coming, so do check back.
For more information on any event, call (704) 900-3005 or fill out the Contact Form.
| Saturday, February 19 | Chinese New Year Dinner, 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, February 26 | Tai Chi Workshop with Master Sbarge, Columbia, SC, 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Thursday, March 10 | Block A Testing, 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, March 12 | Tai Chi Retreat, 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, March 19 - Sunday, March 20 |
Kungfu and Tai Chi Workshop with Master Sbarge, Toledo, OH |
| Saturday, April 2 | Day-long Meditation and Yoga Retreat with Master Sbarge, Peaceful Dragon, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday, April 16 | Black Hat / Pagua method of Feng Shui with Dale Saufley, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Saturday, April 23 | Team Tournament Day at The Peaceful Dragon, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday, April 30 | CACMA Kung Fu and Tai Chi Tournament |
| Saturday, May 7 | Annual Dragon Boat Festival |
| Thursday, May 12 | Block A Testing, 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, May 21 | Introduction to Hsing-I Chuan Workshop, 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, June 18 | Student Appreciation Picnic, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday, July 14 | All Block Testing, 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, July 29 - Sunday, July 30 |
International Kuoshu Kung Fu Tournament in Baltimore |
| Thursday, September 8 | Block A Testing, 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, September 17 | Introduction to Pa Kua Zhang Workshop, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Saturday, September 24 | Day-long Tai Chi Retreat with Master Sbarge, Peaceful Dragon, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday, November 10 | Block A Testing, 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, November 12 | Meditation and Yoga Retreat, 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Saturday, November 19 | Day-long Kung Fu Marathon with Master Sbarge, Peaceful Dragon, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday, December 2 | Holiday Pot-Luck Dinner, 6:30 PM |
Saturday, February 26, day and evening sessions
Tai Chi Mastery
A Special Workshop by Master Eric Sbarge in Columbia, SC
The workshop will be held at the Columbia Tai Chi Center, 2910 Rosewood Dr., Columbia, SC, the school of Peaceful Dragon student, Sifu Wes Adams, and is open to beginners and advanced, old and young alike.
Session I: 9:30am-4:30pm
Tai Chi to Boost Health and Vitality
Through lecture, discussion and hands-on applications you'll gain a thorough understanding of Tai Chi's key philosophical principles and how to put them directly to work for your own health and well-being. Movement emphasis will be on perfecting your posture, smoothing transitions between movements, and using tui shou (push hands) patterns to refine posture.
Session II: 6:00pm-9:30pm
Tai Chi Self-Defense and Push Hands
You'll learn principles, strategies and methods to maximize your inherent power, and minimize your disadvantages. See how positioning and leverage allow you to make the most of your physical and energetic power.
About Master Eric Sbarge
Master Sbarge is the director and head instructor of The Peaceful Dragon in Charlotte, NC, the largest center for tai chi, Shaolin kung fu, Chinese yoga and Zen meditation in the Carolinas. In 2005 he was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame as Outstanding Kung Fu Master.
Workshop Tuition:
Early-bird special: register by February 20! Space is limited; this is a first come, firstserved event. Register right away to ensure yourspot. Payments by Cash Only. Session I only: General Public $130; A.C.C.S. affiliated student $90. Session I and II combined: General Public $180; A.C.C.S. affiliated student $120. After February 20, add $15. (A 50% non-refundable deposit required to hold your reservation. Sorry, no refunds under any circumstances unless event is cancelled by Columbia Tai Chi Center)
Sunday, April 2, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Day-long Meditation and Yoga Retreat
Master Eric Sbarge, head instructor at The Peaceful Dragon, will lead an extended session of Chan (Zen) meditation and Shaolin Yoga. The retreat is open to everyone regardless of experience.
Take advantage of discussions and explanations on meditation principles and methods, plus experience intensive practice of meditation. Combine that with in-depth look at the postures and principles of Shaolin yoga.
Early bird price: $79 public, $49 ACCS students, FREE to all Peaceful Dragon students from your activity fee. After March 28 add $20 (except Peaceful Dragon students).
Saturday, April 16, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Black Hat / Pagua method of Feng Shui with Dale Saufley
Dale Saufley, Certified Tai Chi instructor and Feng Shui practitioner, will lead an informative workshop on Black Hat Feng Shui.
Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese art of placement. It is believed that the environment that you live and work in has a direct impact on many aspects of your life: wealth, fame, relationships, creativity, travel, career, knowledge and family.
In this workshop you will learn:
- What to put in your bedroom to set your love life on fire.
- The essential office accessory for money to flow into your wallet.
- The biggest energy zapper in every home - and how to neutralize it.
- ... and much more!
Workshop attendees need to bring your home plot plan (lot with the home outline), interior plan (sketch that is pretty accurate would do), and office or place of business plan - if you own a business or work from home.
Workshop Tuition:
Early bird price: General Public: $35; A.C.C.S. affiliated student: $20. After April 12, add $10. Payments by Cash Only. A minimun of 8 students are required to hold the workshop. Tuition includes class notes and light refreshments.
Saturday, April 23
Team Tournament
Lion Dance and Opening ceremonies: 11:00 AM
Competition Begins: 11:15 AM
Everyone who competes is a winner! Enjoy friendly competition with your team mates and show your school spirit and pride. Young or old, beginner or advanced, we'll have multiple events for you to choose from:
Tai chi and internal forms
Shuai chiao
Sparring
Push hands
Stances and basics
Empty hand forms
Weapons
Two-person forms
Two-person techniques
Team Relay Races and more!
Medals and Award Certificates for all competitors - Special Prizes for Team Winners and all competitors!
Registration Forms are available at the front counter and must be turned no later than Wednesday, April 21. Sorry, no late registrations can be accepted.
There is no fee for competitors: it's completely covered by your activity fee. Spectators fee $3 (children aged 3 and under FREE). All spectator fees go to The Peaceful Dragon Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, May 21, 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Introduction to Hsing-I Chuan
One of the three Internal Martial Arts that we teach. Hsing-I Chuan emphasizes straight line movements utilizing simple stepping patterns and five basic hand patterns. An excellent complement to your Tai Chi training, or other Martial Arts training. In this workshop, you will learn:
- San Ti Stepping
- San Ti Meditation
- Five Basic Element Drills
- The Five Element Form
- and much more ...
This workshop is open to everyone regardless of level or experience.
Workshop Tuition:
Early bird price: $79 public, $49 A.C.C.S. students, FREE to all Hall of the White Snake students from your activity fee. After May 14 add $20 (except Hall of the White Snake students).
A minimum of 5 students are required to hold the workshop. You can register in class or over the phone at (704) 900-3005.