What is Tai Chi?

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese system of exercise that strengthens your body, relaxes your mind and lifts your spirit. Tai Chi consists of slow movements accompanied by natural breathing that relax and develop the whole person, improving both physical and mental health.

One of its great attractions is that it can be practised by people of all ages. It is absorbing, but not exhausting or stressful. Once learned, it is a treasure for a life time.

Benefits

Tai Chi's healing power has been well known in Chinese culture for centuries. It has been used for many disorders including heart and circulation problems, addictions, arthritis, muscle injuries, asthma, and nervous disturbances. Contemporary research has shown a correlation between Tai Chi and enhancement of the immune system.

Classes

Classes start with slow, gentle exercises aimed at relaxing all major joints in the body. The class then works on learning a short sequence of classical Tai Chi movements, drawn from the major schools of Tai Chi. A few moves are learned each week and added to the movements learned the week before.

You are welcome to turn up to a class — all you need is loose clothing and soft footwear or bare feet — or alternatively, please contact us for more information.

There are many different styles of Tai Chi. Ken and Linda are both qualified Tai Chi instructors under Master Lam. See the timetable for details of classes.