The Mansell Tai Chi Court sits on a converted parking lot with sweeping views of downtown and low berms offering protection from the wind.
The City’s first tai chi court has opened in McLaren Park.
The $1.6 million project was funded through the 2012 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks Bond, according to a news release from San Francisco Recreation and Park Department. Though designed specifically for tai chi, the 4,500-square-foot tai chi court will also welcome park goers who want to stop and admire the view. An asphalt path was realigned south to pass behind the court and offer uninterrupted views from the court and improve park circulation.
Historically, a passionate group of tai chi practitioners shared space with tennis players at the park’s tennis courts. The growing popularity of both activities prompted park neighbors to identify building a tai chi court as a top priority in the McLaren Park Vision Plan. According to the news release, the centuries-old Chinese martial art — now practiced for its health benefits — is believed to have been brought to the U.S. in 1939, when Choy Hok Pang began teaching tai chi chuan in San Francisco’s Chinatown.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
James Green named new San Francisco Examiner president - The San Francisco ExaminerJames Green will start the position with Clint Reilly Communications, which owns The Examiner and NobHillGazette, on April 1.
Read more »
San Diego appellate judge confirmed as first Latina California Supreme Court JusticePatricia Guerrero's appointment to the California Supreme Court was approved through a unanimous vote by the Commission on Judicial Appointments.
Read more »
San Diego appellate judge confirmed as first Latina CA Supreme Court JusticePatricia Guerrero's appointment to the California Supreme Court was approved through a unanimous vote by the Commission on Judicial Appointments.
Read more »
San Jose: 99 Ranch opens its first mall location — and the crowds descend on OakridgeChain’s ‘new concept’ store will offer sashimi counter, curbside service, mall seating, other amenities
Read more »
Chaplains helping San Antonio first responders deal with traumaFirst responders talk about the trauma's they deal with on the job and the resources available to help them cope.
Read more »
Pluckers to open 4th San Antonio location, first one on South SideA Pluckers is in the works for the Brooks community. It’s set to open sometime during the first quarter of 2023.
Read more »