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iuseppe Turturo was born in Genoa – Italy, on March G19th, 1963. In 1978, he began to study chinese in Genoa, practicing the Styles of Hung Gar, Wing Chun, Tong Long, Pa Kua and Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan. In 1996, he attended a Seminar in Sweden of Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan with Grandmaster Yang Zhenduo and Master Yang Jun. Since then, he has continued to study and deepen his insight and knowledge of this Style, directly following the teachings of Master Yang Jun. He has collaborated with “Centro Peppino Vismara, Ist. Don Calabria”, where he taught the Yang Style to a group of young people affected by Down Syndrome and physically impaired – an enriching experience that gives feedback on the effectiveness of this Style. In 2003, he started to teach on a television Course, in cooperation with the Swiss-Italian Television T.S.I. the program “Philosophy and Wellness”, where he taught Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan.

Giuseppe is Center Director of the Tai http://www.yangfamilytaichi.com/association/centers/Milan/ Chi Chuan Center in Milan – Italy, and has been nomitaded Master Yang Jun’s direct Disciple in 2012, and given the name of Yang Yayi. Biography Source: Biography Source:

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P 4 • E tent of letting people have a better knowledge Chi Art of what is the Tai and not pretending to teach them something.” new adventure, that showed me performing in front of a TV camera explaining movements, principles and tech- niques, everything look- ing to me very funny! an Art that can be trans- mitted only through physical presence was to something difficult understand by me, but a friend and student of mine said: the opportunity of Chi Chuan teaching Tai How was you ap- on TV. proach with the public? How was the feedback? able to find some spare time to take up again this kind of activity.

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discover how we are deep inside and to learn and improve over time. In order to improve our 103 Form or with weapons, in order to im- prove every practice Tai Chi Chuan gives us, the prac-

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6 • EQUILIBRIUS: What is your advice and sug- PROF. GIUSEPPE: To the advanced students I say: gestions to Tai Chi Chuan beginner students? be always researchers, never surrender and never sleep over past glories, be promoter of PROF. GIUSEPPE: My first advice to the begin- an Art that can help many people in reaching ners is to be patient, to persist, without sur- a better way of life. Try to never sit on the rendering at the first difficulties – the Martial throne of knowledge but walk along with Art is also a way to learn how to overcome those who want to learn. Be humble and open difficulties. Through difficulties, we learn to to other people. better know ourselves and therefore to be- come a better person! Be of example for your fellows, help your EQUILIBRIUS: We appreciate your insights in this fellow-students to improve their practice with- interview and for taking time to enlighten us out competing with them, leave behind your with your precious experience in the universe ego and embrace the way of giving. of Tai Chi Chuan.

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, made by our (follow table below) 2017 city, capital of Yunnan Province city, new Headquarters • Blue Moon Valley • Dukezong old Tower Beginning of Seminar • • Disciple Ceremony Town ancient • Dali’s Newsletter nº 7 “Best Moments of the Trip “Best Moments of Association’s new Headquarters, at Kunming Association’s Our group at the International Tai Chi Chuan Our group at the International Tai , read the testimonies of some , read the testimonies Shangri-La • Pudacuo National Park DaliLijiang Park • Three Pagoda • Jade Dragon Mountain KunmingKunming arrival • Group’s • Grand Opening of the LijiangLijiang Leaping Gorge • Tiger Kunming • Shuhe ancient Town View more photos of this Trip at: more photos of this Trip View Also read in our In this special “Diary of the Trip to China” “Diary of the Trip 28/03 26/03 27/03 25/03 29/03 30/03 31/03 DAY24/03 PLACE VISITS ACTIVITIES & www.taichichuan.com.br/china2017.php the group in 2015. to China 2017” of the main of the travellers and view photos activities and visited places , the Interna- rd (United Arab Emir- CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA CHINA to to April 3 nd and Dubai Trip B E S T M O M E N T S O F T H E T S O F M E N T M O B E S T H E T S O F M E N T M O B E S B E S T M O M E N T S O F T H E T S O F M E N T M O B E S B E S T M O M E N T S O F T H E T S O F M E N T M O B E S T H E T S O F M E N T M O B E S Newsletter (Thailand) ® tional Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan Associa- Family Tai tional Yang rom March 22 , cities in which we had flight connections, Our group of 21 people travelled to China Our group of 21 people travelled Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan Association’s Family Tai Yang new Headquarters in the city of Province Kunming – Yunnan the cities of Lijiang, Shangri-La, Dali and Kunming Jun Master Yang and where we got to know some tourist spots of these countries. ates) F tion and EQUILIBRIUS have organized a cul- tion and EQUILIBRIUS have organized highlights were: tural trip to China. The event’s • Grand Opening of the International visiting many places in • Cultural Tour Chi Chuan Seminar with • Special Tai Disciple Ceremony Jun’s • Master Yang visiting to attend this grand event, besides Bangkok Yang family Tai Chi Chuan family Yang EQUILIBRIUS 14 P Y A A G M ☯ 8 Nº 2017 EQUILIBRIUS® Newsletter ☯ GRAND OPENING Yang FAMILY Tai Chi Chuan Grand KUNMING Opening of Kunming Headquarters P A G

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“ ur trip to China in 2017 was a very enriching experience, with much learning and strong Oemotions. Visiting another country – China this time, is always gratifying and enriching, when our minds are opened to learn and live different experiences. When we encounter other traditions, and also different languages, foods and cultures, we have to adapt, accept and respect these differences, even though we’re not familiar with them. We must get out of our confort zone. It’s a great chance to learn, grow and evolve in many aspects. Only those who had this experience can feel how special it is to live these moments in “another world”, like China. It was truly a very intense trip, because we got to know and learn with great Tai Chi Chuan Masters and fellow practitioners, we visited some national parks of indescribable natural won- ders, and had the privilege to go to some ancient villages – inhabited by ethnic minorities with extremely rich cultures. While getting to know spectacular places and participating in interesting events and activi- ties, we also made new friends, establishing stronger bonds with Tai Chi Chuan practitioners from other countries. It’s an experience filled with memories and knowledge that we’ll enjoy thoughout our lives. Once more I appreciate the opportunity of travelling to China alongside many students, friends and fellow Tai Chi Chuan practitioners. Now, we’ll prepare for the next China Adventure!” Prof. Fernando De Lazzari EQUILIBRIUS® Newsletter ☯ Yang family Tai Chi Chuan

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Visit to the ancient city of Dali, at Yunnan Province. It’s one of the major historical cities in China. It used to be a gateway to the Silk Route in southwest China.

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Visit to the Jade Dragon Mountain National Park, near Lijiang city in Yunnan Province. Shanzidou – the park’s highest mountain, has an altitude of 5.600 meters. EQUILIBRIUS® Newsletter ☯ Yang FAMILY Tai Chi Chuan

P A G TRIP to 2017 11 CHINACHINACHINA M CHINACHINA A Y 2017 IN Nº 14 SHANGRI-LAIn Shangri-La

“ ravelling to China is always a surprise. TIn the south, there are perfect places to find peace and tranquility. Parks with mountains and snowed peaks, lots of veg- etation and wildlife. Besides picturesque villages and their vibrating regional cultures. Each region in main China has differ- ent caractheristics – so rich, because the longstanding culture is always present, even in the most modern city. Buddhist Temple at Shangri-La city – major influence of the These trips offer many experiences and Tibetan people. The traditional city of Shangri-La is situated knowledge, which I’m certain have a lot to in Yunnan Province, almost bordering Tibet. add to our life’s history, and I’m thankful to all who had the opportunity to share these memorable moments. These moments with you all were really great!” Dra. Cenira Braga Barros INIn Lijiang LIJIANG

Visit to Shuhe ancient Town, near Lijiang city at Yunnan Province. In 1997, both Shuhe ancient Town and Lijiang city were declared World’s Cultural Heritages by UNESCO EQUILIBRIUS® Newsletter ☯ Yang family Tai Chi Chuan

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“ hen we dedicate ourselves Wto such a profound Art as Tai Chi Chuan, going to China is like getting a little closer to the origin of all this knowledge. Strolling through historic places associated with Mar- tial Arts and Tai Chi, we gradually begin to feel more connected to the chinese culture, and this contributes to our learning process and develop-

Above: Attendees of the Special Tai Chi Chuan Seminar with Master Yang Jun. ment of the Art. Below: Special Tai Chi Chuan class with Master Yang Jun at the new Headquarters. I was very honoured to attend the Grand Opening of the new Center in Kunming and the Disciple Ceremony. It’s a pleasure to see that Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan is spreading, and that we’re part of this amazing history. It’s also an opportunity to meet our brothers in practice from all around the world, and see that we are walking this wondeful path at the same time. Eager for our next adventure!” Ana Horta Brunotte EQUILIBRIUS® Newsletter ☯ Yang FAMILY Tai Chi Chuan

P A G TRIP to 2017 13 CHINACHINACHINA M CHINACHINA A Y 2017 “ f all the wonders that still awaits us in this world, surely some of them are in China. Nº 14 OEven with the modernization of the cities and the quick pace of today’s reality, China is still able to preserve its charm, in the contrast of the ancient and the brand new. The preserved historical cities tell us a little about their past, with their underground galler- ies full of stores and electronic appliances. This time, we had the chance of visiting regions inhabited by ethnic minorities. Other habits, another form of writing – definetely another world. Things that you can’t grasp only by reading books or on the internet. Also joyful is to meet again, or for the first time, our Tai Chi Chuan brothers who, even though living in distant parts of this planet, have similar interests; despite language barriers, when we practice Tai Chi Chuan we’re able to understand each other, feeling like one big family under the Heavens.” Davi Garritano

“ ’m beginning to learn Tai Chi Chuan, Iand for the past year I’m attending the Instructor’s Graduation Course with Prof. Tobias Velho, in Brasília - DF. Even though I’m not familiar with all the 103 movements of the Long Form, I decided to participate in the International Tai Chi Chuan Seminar with Master Yang Jun. I understood that what’s important In the universal spirit is to imerse in its philosophy, and that all other things – such as performance, comes from of Tai Chi, the travellers each one’s own perception according to the level of knowledge. It was extremely worthwhile practiced the Form in several public to attend the Seminar – owing to the thorough explanations, the attention given to the spaces, such as airports students, individually correcting them. and this Mall above The Grand Opening Ceremony of the Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan Association’s Headquarters in Kunming was a touching moment of this trip, regarding China’s cultural richness, expressed by the colorfulness of Yunnan Province’s traditional dances. As for EQUILIBRIUS’s Tai Chi family group, andProf. Fernando De Lazzari, noth- ing but complimments! I met friendly and welcoming people, with whom I wish to travel many times again!” Setsuko Kawano Mori

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