Taoist Philosophy and Tai Chi
This course will familiarize students with the development of the concept of Tai Chi in the Taoist philosophical tradition with the impact of Taoist philosophy on Neo-Confucian thinkers. (3 units lecture)

Philosophy of Movement Arts
This course will explore the history and theory of movement arts and the development of contemporary mind-body exercises. (3units lecture)

Qigong Healing and Nutrition
An introduction to the theory of qigong (chi gong) and its applications to health maintenance, including Taoist nutrition principles and healing. A companion course to UEWM Qigong course. (1 unit lecture)

Exercise Physiology and Injury Prevention
This course delineates the ways in which the human physiology responds and adapts to physical exercise. It also teaches the use of this understanding to help students avoid injuries during and after physical exercise. Topics include bioenergetics and neurophysiology, circulation and cardiovascular physiology, the effects on physiology of body composition, age, gender and the exercise environment. (2 units)

Tai Chi Teaching Systems I
An introduction to the history, philosophy, principles of Tai Chi, and application of its relationship to health, well-being, meditation, self-awareness, relaxation, balance and harmony. Tai Chi techniques, patterns, applications, and teaching methods will also be covered. (1 unit lecture, 1 unit activity)

Tai Chi Teaching Systems II
A continuation of Tai Chi Teaching Systems I. Pattern of movements for improving body awareness, efficiency of daily activity, and self-defense technique will be taught.
Emphasis on application of teaching principles to teaching Tai Chi to people of different ages or levels of skill, physical condition. (1 unit lecture, 1 unit activity)

Tai Chi for Fitness and Self Defense I
Designed to deepen students' understanding of the principles of Tai Chi within the larger context of cardiovascular fitness and health. Self-defense principles and applications are also covered. (1 unit lecture, 1 unit activity)

Tai Chi for Fitness and Self Defense II
A continuation of Tai Chi for Fitness and Self Defense II, this class will give students the tools to integrate Tai Chi techniques into a fitness/cardiovascular exercise program. Intermediate and advanced self-defense (including joint locks and throws) will be introduced. (1 unit lecture, 1 unit activity)

Comparative Study of Tai Chi Systems
This class will give students a broad-based familiarization to the theory, history, and physical movements of the major Tai Chi Chuan styles of Yang, Ch'ang, Chen, Sun, Wu and Hao. (1 unit lecture, 1 unit activity)

Tai Chi Event Management
This course will help students develop the skills required to develop, propose, organize and coordinate Wushu exhibitions and competitions with emphasis on community martial arts exhibitions and competitions. (2 units lecture)

Managing Recreational Tai Chi

Basic knowledge, concepts and practical applications key to success in the field of recreational sport management with an emphasis on recreational Tai Chi. Delivery centers and delivery systems for Tai Chi instructional programs appropriate for diverse populations; e.g. youth and elders. Introduction to the legal and risk management issues important to recreational sport programs. Investigation of employment opportunities in Tai Chi instruction. (3 units lecture)

Analysis of Research Methods and Issues in Tai Chi
This course will familiarize students with the broad range of research issues in Tai Chi with an emphasis on comparative literature and critical thinking. (2 units lecture)

Research Methods
A study of procedures used to locate sources of information, organize and interpret collected data and apply results of published research. Various research methods are studied and used. Course concludes with formulation of a research design for a thesis or problem-oriented research project. (2 units lecture)

Masters Project The Masters Project is a three-unit project with rigor consistent with graduate work (not less than 100 hours), where the culminating experience is a poster presentation. The range of masters projects could include (but are not limited to): a web site; in-depth review of literature; business plans; product development; educational materials; mental training programs; fitness programs (pediatric-geriatric); historical analysis; educational intervention techniques; or others deemed appropriate by the academic advisor. Individual projects are agreed to by the graduate student his/her academic advisor, with approval of the Graduate Coordinator, as indicated on the Masters Project/contract. The signed form/contract will be placed in student's permanent departmental file. (3 units)
Note: A time limit of one calendar year from the date of the presentation has been set by the College of Tai Chi for the completion of corrections to the project. If not completed in that time-frame a grade of no credit will be given for the project.