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Student Testimonials
I believe that the instructor is the most essential element
in learning. Having been a university professor, I have exceptionally
high standards for the instructors with whom I choose to study.
Sifu Bernhardt meets and exceeds my standards. He is patient
and clear. Sifu Bernhardt teaches using many modalities (including
verbal, visual, and kinesthetic). He is attuned to each student's
needs. He is encouraging and inclusive. I am thankful for
the opportunity to study with Sifu Bernhardt, have learned
much and am even more motivated in my practice at home.
—Paul W., Ph.D.
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"The initial purpose of my taking Tai Chi was to improve
my flexibility and balance. After about 6 months my flexibility
and balance have greatly improved and to my surprise so has,
what was, my very poor posture." In addition to this,
a bone density test showed improvement with my osteoporosis.
This improvement has mainly been attributed to the Tai Chi
classes with Sifu Bernhardt. My doctor recommends continuing
the program and I look forward to further improvement with
my health."
—Nancy W., 67 years young
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"I first started Tai Chi with Sifu Bernhardt to compliment
my other Martial Art studies, but he also showed me the medicinal
aspects and how it will affect my life in the long run.
3 years later my blood preasure and stress level have both
gone down and I have more energy through out the day. His
committment to his students not only makes him a remarkable
teacher, but a life long friend."
—Gary P.
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"I have practiced Guang Ping Tai Chi for 3 years. I
was looking for a low impact exercise because of my arthritis.
I had no idea at the time that I started, how beneficial the
Tai Chi would be. I was looking for an alternative to medications
and after six months of practice found no need for them. As
I continue the study of Tai Chi my joints continue to feel
better and better. I also realize how multi-faceted the art
is. I will study Tai Chi for the rest of my life."
—Anna S.
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"Since beginning my study of Tai Chi Chuan with Sifu
Bo I have learned many things from him applicable in my daily
life, in my study of martial arts and as well as deeply effecting
my personal philosophy. Physically I am more flexible, able
to better address stress, I have lowered my blood pressure
and have greatly improved my balance, important for people
of all ages. Most important I have acquired a deep appreciation
of the importance of the essence of breathing.
I am constantly finding application of the Tai Chi Chuan
principles in my personal study of martial arts. The influence
of my study of Tai Chi Chuan is especially evident to my other
instructors. My practice has greatly improved my sensitivity
to my opponents actions and reactions.
Sifu Bo has helped me build a foundation for my journey of
exploration into the literature, history and philosophy of
Tai Chi Chuan, Taoism, China and the interrelationships of
martial arts and modern applications. I am deeply indebted
to Sifu Bo and my fellow students."
—JJ
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"As I approach 70 years of age I have been volunteering
in diffferent areas to keep busy in order to ignore the aches
and pains that had been increasing daily. It was suggested
to me by some wonderful people at Kovars Karate that taking
Tai Chi might help, and how it might benefit me. So here I
am, just 10 months later, looking forward to each and every
class I attend. It has benefited me in many ways. Even though
I can not yet complete the short form, let alone the long
form (Sifu David Bernhardt only wants us to move at our own
pace without hurting ourselves), I find I have more energy
after each session and have not only improved my posture and
lessened the pains from arthritis, but my whole attitude has
improved and I have found peace and an overall feeling of
well being. Sifu Bernhardt and his assistants have brought
out each individual's strengths and faith within ourselves
to keep moving forward."
—Angie L., 69 years young
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"Before I started Tai Chi i was already starting to
see my body fall apart from life's stresses as well as neglect."
That's when I started learning Tai Chi and I strongly feel
that it has helped me. I feel more grounded, more centered
and more at ease with myself. I have more energy, strength
and calmness. I'm more flexible and feel I am moving through
this world more easily rather than rushing around and pushing
my way past people. I am very grateful to Sifu Bernhardt and
his excellent teaching. He has a real gift. Not only have
I learned Tai Chi, but I have learned alot about myself."
—Monica H.
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