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Mr Danny Gordon on 19th of November 2011 was Graded to 5th Degree Black Belt, by 8th Degree Senior Master Paul Bryant of the Eight Element Martial Arts Association, 7th Degree Shihan Keven Watts of the Shaolin Kempo School, 6th Degree Sifu Grant Buchanan of the Mile High Karate & Young Forest Tai Chi School, the Panel of Masters also Graded Jessie Gordon and Jamie Gordon through to 2nd Degree Black Belt
The Gordon Families passion for the Healing Arts has its roots in the childrens Cardiac unit, Ward 9, Green Lane Hospital over 17 years ago, where my daughter Jessie had her first major heart operation. And where a family friend (Grant Buchanan) introduced Jessie and myself to Chi Gung. So impressed I joined his school and after 11 years study I was employed for four years as a full time professional Martial Arts Instructor. 2009 Healing Arts Kung Fu School was formed with the intent and passion of providing martial arts, Kung Fu For Health to young and old ,we are dedicated to make a positive impact in our community.
With health at the forefront, the Healing Arts Kung Fu School looks at training ones method of intent "Yi Gung" (Yi-ones method of intent, Gung-to train or find skill in) the method is awareness.Chi Gung is the tread that connects all three arts, Tai Chi, Ba Gua and Healing Arts Kung Fu.
The Healing Arts Kung Fu schools, Young Forest Leadership programme,is in over 16 schools throughout Auckland helping kids confidently connect with their peers.Confidence, Self Control, Stress Relief, Breath and Posture Awareness, all Tai Chi refinement, a fun and respectful method of training mind and body.
The Healing Arts Kung Fu School promotes an understanding that Slow =Control - Strength and Balance , correctting ones postural alignment naturally improves awareness,releasing stress is an important tool in our everyday life, improved fitness, focus, concentration, co ordination,a balanced mental and physical approach to exercise. The by-product of this form of training is an effective self defence . (slow fast - hard soft - yin yang - BALANCE )
We also promote 30+ Kung Fu for Health, all of the above still applies with an understanding that training needs to change with age, yet still keeping the mind and body positively stimulated is essential for good health and longevity. Training needs to be Fun ,Exciting ,Challenging ,a strengthening of full body awareness.
Chen Tai Chi Chuan: Make no mistake this is a Martial Art. Promoting a good understanding of moving energy through the body by harmonizing breath with movement, sometimes known as moving meditation. balance ,strength, power and grace. A number of weapons are also used to help extend the Chi further than the hand as ones knowledge expands so will the ability to apply the applications to the forms taught. Playful combat also known as Tui Shou or Pushing Hands is available for those who wish to extend their knowledge of the art in a more competitive direction .
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Before becoming a full time professional martial arts instructor in 2005, Mr Gordon worked as a landscaper,specializing in water features,hard landscaping and tree work.
Balance and Flow
Gardens and Landscapes
Your home can play an important role with regard to your health too.(Whether you own it or not) if you live there, you should refine it.Creating good space doesn't have to mean spending large sums of money ~ you may simply need to thin out a large tree or trees to improve Light and Airflow, or unblock,improve access, opening path ways, especially to the front door,Water is a important element also, needs direction and control.
Correct placement of plants,sculptors,art,furniture,etc. Creating a healthy environment & Great atmosphere,for your family .Claiming space naturally.
