Tai Chi is a traditional Chinese martial art originally designed as a unique self-defense technique, which later evolved into an effective health exercise. Characterized by flowing, graceful, and well ...

Prominent teacher Bob Bacher is offering a free introduction to the original form of tai chi at The Sonoma School of Martial Arts on Monday, Feb. 2.

Tai chi chuan, often shortened to tai chi, originated in China as a martial art for self-defense. But, in recent years, it has gained popularity among the general population as a beneficial exercise.

Antonio Selaya is a regular at the Traditional Chen Tai Chi Center, taking classes at the school in downtown Hollywood six days a week. “I guess you could say I’m a junkie,” said Selaya, 33, a ...