What separates Qi in TCM vs. mystical “woo-woo” Qi described in martial arts? “Internal qi and external power are completely different. One deals with functions of the…… Read more “Tai Chi Massage”
Author: Dr. Matthew Stampe D.Ac
Coach Matt Stampe is a licensed acupuncturist and massage therapist in Northern Virginia USA. He has a “Doctorate of Science in Acupuncture” (D.Ac) at Virginia University of Integrative Medicine (VUIM.edu). He is certified with National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). He has taught hundreds of people Authentic Yang Tai Chi Kung Fu for over 30 years. He was President of the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Martial arts club, Secretary and Treasurer of USA chapter of Yongnian Association under Coach He Weiqi. Experience includes: Kung fu schools: Omei Shaolin (Coach Lu Xiaoling) 3rd degree Black Sash, Chinese Martial Arts Institute (Sifu Clarence Burris), United States Wushu Academy (Coach Christopher Pei), and Qi Elements (Coach Nancy Bloomfield), Former Head Coach: Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation centers(Adults Tai Chi), Hope Chinese school (kids classes), NOVA MMA gym in Arlington (kids classes). He has been faculty at Virginia University of Integrative Medicine (Fairfax) teaching credit courses in Acupuncture, Qigong, and Tai Chi. He has positively impacted peoples lives whether for health, sport, strength, combat, and spirit. As a true combat athlete, he teaches methods so people can be confident to defend themselves.
Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)
*Always consult your doctor before starting a new workout regimen. We are not responsible for any injury that may occur on your journey to health. What to…… Read more “Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)”
Matthew Interviewed by reporter Bingru Wang
We were interviewed by Bingru Wang who is a reporter in China. She was interested in doing a segment on how Chinese medicine is accepted in the…… Read more “Matthew Interviewed by reporter Bingru Wang”
Damon Bramich: Executive Consultant
Damon Bramich is our top advisor on how to develop Taiji Gongfu. Not only is he an exceptional healer as a massage therapist and acupuncturist in Australia,…… Read more “Damon Bramich: Executive Consultant”
About Yang Family Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)
image: left to right: Yang Luchan, Yang Banhou, Yang Jianhao, Yang Shaohao, Yang Chenfu. Yang family Taijiquan is one of 5 major schools of taijiquan with the…… Read more “About Yang Family Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)”
Chinese Channels and Vessels
Study guide for students of acupuncture and TCM. Actions, Locations, and Indications of the acupoints: Data for exams -In the Language of Traditional Chinese medicine.-In the Language…… Read more “Chinese Channels and Vessels”
Xia Dan Tien “Elixir field”
Mastering the lower Dan tien must occur first . Understand the lower diaphragm and the space there below the umbilicus/navel. The space there needs to be developed…… Read more “Xia Dan Tien “Elixir field””
Tui-Na Basics
Tui Na- meaning “push and grasp” therapeutic massage used to treat a variety of internal and external treatment. It is unique in that it incorporates principles of…… Read more “Tui-Na Basics”
Chinese Medicine at MMA schools
3/17/2019: We had a great turnout at Capitol Punishment MMA in Beltsville Maryland. We were able to do some acupuncture, cupping, tui-na, and kinesio taping for various…… Read more “Chinese Medicine at MMA schools”
Tai Chi Chuan: the ‘Wu Ji’ postures
While we are a school of moving, we do have a few standing postures we will be doing before or after moving drills and forms. In particular…… Read more “Tai Chi Chuan: the ‘Wu Ji’ postures”
Yongnian Tai Chi 