ESP Biography



BYRON HARTMAN, Researcher, Stanford School of Medicine



Major: Otolaryngology

College/Employer: Stanford

Year of Graduation: Not available.

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Brief Biographical Sketch:

Byron Hartman, PhD is a life sciences research Instructor in the Stanford Department of Otolaryngology. His research is aimed at understanding how the sensory organs in the inner ear develop during embryogenesis. Byron's passion for Chinese martial arts and philosophy led him to the practice of Taijiquan, during his undergraduate studies. Byron has been studying and training in Taijiquan for nearly 20 years and has been teaching part-time for 12 years. Byron's uses his skills in science and communication to help students advance their understanding and practice.



Past Classes

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P6134: Introduction to Taijiquan (Tai Chi) in Splash Fall 2017 (Nov. 11 - 12, 2017)
Taijiquan is a traditional Chinese martial art and health-cultivating practice. This class will introduce students to Taijiquan theory and practice, rooted in precision interplay between opposing characteristics and mechanisms represented by the natural concepts of yin and yang. Taijiquan is a physical and intellectual practice that develops the mind/body connection and strengthens and integrates the body in a natural fluid manner for optimal movement. Teacher Byron Hartman is a master instructor of Chen Family Taijiquan with nearly 20 years of experience.