What Is Experienced
Inquiry and practice at the threshold between body, mind, and world.
Approach
What I have learned over the years has emerged through different paths, from creation and design to the inner arts, Qigong, Taijiquan, Yoga, Ayurveda, and the study of body, mind, and cognitive sciences. These paths ultimately return to an open question: How does a human being experience oneself, the world, and the relationship between the two?
Professional work and inner inquiry have unfolded alongside one another. In one, the world was explored through creation and design; in the other, the body and mind became a field of observation and experience. Over time, these two ways of seeing came together in teaching and in accompanying others.
Traditions can still be read, practiced, and questioned through the body. Movement, breath, stillness, and attention offer ways of approaching experience: what happens before it is named, at the threshold where inner and outer no longer remain entirely separate.
What matters is not arriving at a final form of an answer, but the precision of seeing what is present, here and now, in experience. Sometimes an answer becomes clearer; sometimes it is the question that deepens. Both can keep the way open.
This perspective also shapes the way I work with others: each path begins with the uniqueness of the person and takes form through contact with what gradually reveals itself in practice.
Initial Consultation & Interview
Every journey begins
with a deep conversation.
Personalized Program
An educational journey
tailored to your individual characteristics is designed.
Practice & Experience
Learning through practice, observation, and continually returning to what is experienced in the body and mind.
Ongoing Support & Assessment
We are by your side,
every step of the way.
Foundations of Study
This path is grounded in the study of the body, mind, and ways of living through practical traditions, cognitive sciences, and interdisciplinary approaches, drawing on Taijiquan, Qigong, Yoga, health studies, and other fields related to human experience.
Study is accompanied by experience, practice, observation, and inquiry, each offering a different perspective on the body, the mind, and the human relationship with the world.
The following areas represent the fields of study and practice that shape this framework.
Taijiquan
Taijiquan has been, for many years, one of the ways I study the body and movement. It is a study that begins with structure and gradually extends into breathing, balance, connection, force transmission, and the quality of presence within movement.
Form practice, Qigong, partner exercises, and martial applications each offer a different dimension of this study. Through practice, the body gradually develops a more refined language for listening, responding, and transmitting force.
This path takes a different shape for each person, unfolding according to the body, previous experience, and the stage of practice they are in.
Qigong
For me, Qigong is a study of the relationship between breath, movement, attention, and the flow of energy through the body; a practice that gradually develops a more refined awareness and regulation of these relationships.
The practice begins with breath and body structure, and gradually extends into health-oriented Qigong, traditional practices, Neigong, and standing and seated meditation.
Each practice takes shape according to the individual’s condition and experience. What matters is not simply performing the movements, but also the quality of attention, the felt sense of flow within the body, and the ability to remain present with the experience.
Yoga
Yoga, in this path, is a return to the roots of this ancient knowledge, while remaining in dialogue with the body and the realities of life today.
Practice begins with an understanding of each person’s condition, needs, and capacities, and may extend from movement and breath to meditation, attention, and the study of the mind.
Tradition provides the framework and depth for practice; each person’s experience gives the path its direction.
Lifestyle Design
A way of living takes shape through the interplay of sleep, nutrition, movement, work, relationships, rest, attention, and the environment we live in. Each continually influences the others.
Lifestyle design begins by understanding these relationships, along with individual characteristics, life circumstances, and the resources available.
In this process, approaches such as Ayurveda, Yoga, Qigong, Taijiquan, and the study of body and mind can be brought together and adapted to the needs of each individual.
The aim is to find a way of living that is both sustainable and dynamic; a structure that can be revisited and adjusted as the person and their life change.
Health & Recovery
Movement- and mind-based practices for periods of life when the body and mind require greater care and attention. These may support better sleep, reduce everyday stress, regulate emotional states, restore vitality, and gradually return to greater balance.
The approach can be adapted to the needs and capacities of older adults, organizational groups, and individuals living with physical limitations or functional challenges.
From Study & Research
Advanced Taiji Ball Training (高級太極球之練習)
The following exercises are a sample of how you may take your tai chi training even further. As you will see, there is no limit as to how much you can train. It is up to you to challenge yourself to reach deeper levels of understanding and excel at taiji ball training.
A Busy Mind, a Tired Body: Where Does Fatigue Come From?
Fatigue does not always come from physical work; sometimes, an overactive mind—through rumination, worry, and constant scenario-building—drains our energy more than the body does. This text offers an integrated perspective from neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and Eastern traditions to explain why mindful movement, breathing, and present-moment awareness can reduce mental fatigue and restore energy.
Can Tai Chi Help Reduce Depression? A Look at the Latest Scientific Evidence
In recent years, researchers have increasingly turned their attention to complementary approaches that can, alongside conventional treatments, help improve mental health. One such approach is Tai Chi, a Chinese art that has its roots in ancient tradition and is now widely used as a gentle mind–body practice in many healthcare and wellness settings around the world.
The Difference Between Qigong and Tai Chi
While Qigong and Tai Chi share a foundation in traditional Chinese philosophy and practices centered around qi (energy), they differ in their historical development, focus, and forms of practice. Qigong is a broader term for energy cultivation practices, whereas Tai Chi is a specific martial art that incorporates Qigong principles into its movements.
Compensatory Release Valves and Inner Order in Yoga, Qigong, and Taijiquan
Compensatory Release Valves and Inner Order in Yoga, Qigong, and Taijiquan In the classical body–mind traditions, movement has never been an end in itself. It has always been understood as a means for establishing inner order. In both classical Indian Yoga and the Chinese traditions of Qigong and Taijiquan, the foundational principle is clear: body, breath, and mind must be organized within a coherent structure for vitality, energy, and awareness to circulate correctly.
Qi-Empowered Patient: Chinese Mind-Body Energetics in the Integrative Medical Setting
Remind your clients, that it is impossible to know when the natural results will arise and that patience and perseverance, in cultivation of wellbeing, is the recognized best practice for catalyzing the intended good result.”
The Zone — Peak Human Performance State
Across elite sports, performing arts, and internal martial disciplines, there is a well-recognized state known as “The Zone.” In this condition, mind and body synchronize at an exceptional level. Movement becomes accurate, fluid, and seemingly effortless. Practitioners often report that the body “performs by itself,” without conscious forcing.
The Three Treasures: Essence, Qi, and Spirit (Jing, Qi, Shen) and the Process of Divine Refinement
Qigong, as a discipline that studies the energies inherent in nature, focuses on the fundamental principles of human health and longevity. Its core framework is grounded in the Three Vital Elements—known as the “Three Treasures” (San Bao): Essence (Jing), Qi, and Spirit (Shen). These three, also called the “Three Roots” (San Yuan) or “Three Foundations,” are regarded as the origin of human life and longevity. The primary objective of Qigong practice is to preserve Essence, strengthen and smooth the circulation of Qi, and illuminate the Spirit.
Companion Experience
For me, Taijiquan gradually became more than a practice; it became a way of living. In Aryanmehr’s teaching, movement is not simply something we do with the body. It becomes an opportunity to see, feel, and understand what is happening within us. Deep and consistent practice along this path has changed the way I understand my body, find calm, and meet life. For me, Taijiquan is a place where I can return to myself and experience the world with greater presence.
Companion Experience
My introduction to Taijiquan through Aryanmehr’s teaching opened a new perspective on movement and the body for me. His precision in teaching and attention to detail have allowed me to experience Taijiquan not simply as a sequence of movements, but as a way of observing, sensing, and understanding movement. Having practiced Yoga for many years, I have found this experience deeply valuable and inspiring.
Companion Experience
What I have found valuable in my encounters with Aryanmehr is not simply the knowledge he shares, but the way he sees the body, movement, and the human being. In our conversations and experiences together, I have consistently encountered a sense of attentiveness accompanied by reflection and a deep respect for the complexity of being human.
This companionship has given me an opportunity to look again at things we sometimes pass by in the rush of everyday life.
Companion Experience
As a researcher, translator, and yoga teacher, I place particular value on precision, coherence, and a strong theoretical foundation when choosing and evaluating educational approaches. In practicing Taijiquan and Qigong with Aryanmehr, what has stood out to me is the depth of his knowledge, his precision in observing and analyzing movement, and his ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and experiential way. This training has offered me a meaningful opportunity to deepen my understanding of the body, breath, and quality of movement, and continues to be a valuable part of my path of research and practice.
Companion Experience
YMAA Iran and Studio Emkan truly serve as a bridge between ancient tradition and modern educational structures. Each part of the training is deeply rooted in philosophy and authentic sources. Particularly in Ayurveda and Yoga instruction, the level of technical precision and adherence to classical principles is unparalleled.
Companion Experience
The training I received at E-mkan changed my life—not just physically, but in how I view myself and the world. Everything here is conducted with the right intention, deep knowledge, and genuine kindness.
Companion Experience
The management of this center reflects a clear vision and deep respect for the traditional legacy of internal arts. From well-structured class schedules to respectful and responsible communication, everything operates at a truly professional and reliable standard.
Companion Experience
Studio Emkan is not just a training space; for me, it is a sanctuary—a return to self. The yoga instruction, rooted in traditional and authentic approaches, combined with scientific precision and the instructor's professional integrity, has created a truly exceptional experience. The atmosphere is filled with tranquility, discipline, and deep respect.