Chinese expert launches Taiji coaching in Fiji

A Taiji expert from China is currently in Fiji for a three-month coaching program starting on Wednesday that will include the training of police and military officers as well as cabinet ministers.

This Taiji coaching program is the outcome of the visit to Fiji by Liu Peng, the Chinese Minister in charge of General Administration of Sports earlier this year.

Taiji is a Chinese martial art practiced for defense training and health benefits.

It has often been referred to as "moving meditation" -- practitioners move their bodies slowly, gently, and with awareness while breathing deeply.

A tentative Taiji training program has been drafted by Fiji's Department of Youth and Sports.

Source: Xinhua