Let's Regulate Qi Gong or for that Matter Taiji, Bagua etc.

[Steve James]

There's the law and then there's the reason for the law. But, I think that "qigong" is just too broad. If it means regulating who can perform "qigong" in a clinic or hospital, okay; that sounds reasonable. But, that seems like a situation where some form of payment is involved. I have no idea how standards could be derived or enforced. However, the reason for the regulation makes sense.

Otoh, some laws are designed by people just to prevent others from enjoying themselves, or because they are perceived as a social, cultural, or economic threat. I.e., the laws that are mechanisms of control.

[Appledog]

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[meeks]

Putting into a different perspective:
Can you imagine if something like the Taoist Taiji Society became the defacto standard for what type of taiji can only be taught? Simply because they're a large group...must be quality stuff..

[Appledog]

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[wiesiek]

one word - tax
Gov. wallet is always hungry

[meeks]

Putting into a different perspective:
Can you imagine if something like the Taoist Taiji Society became the defacto standard for what type of taiji can only be taught? Simply because they're a large group...must be quality stuff..

I spent four years volunteering behind the desk of a main branch of the TTCS. I also lived next to them on D'arcy street and helped out with the food donations. I learned a lot about how they work on a business and social level and a lot of what they do is actually good, from that perspective...

I don't disagree that as an outreach program its effective. I'm pointing out that there shouldn't be 1 "this is the one to follow because it's the largest group"

[HotSoup]

I spent four years volunteering behind the desk of a main branch of the TTCS. I also lived next to them on D'arcy street and helped out with the food donations. I learned a lot about how they work on a business and social level and a lot of what they do is actually good, from that perspective...

But what does it have to do with actual TJQ?