58 Tai Chi courses

Weekend Course Covevering The Taoist Practice of Dragon Dao Yins

Learn Tai Chi at your own pace with expert guidance. Sessions conducted via Zoom and In-Person, subject to mutual agreement.

The Benefits of Tai Chi Tai chi is an ancient martial arts practice that everyone can benefit from. From its relaxing movements to the interesting philosophy behind the art, tai chi is a great way in which to decompress and improve your longevity and your health. People who take the time to explore the martial arts often benefit the most by practising tai chi first. While it may not be the most aggressive martial art style, it is a sound way in which to learn basic movements and improve overall balance. This course will explain the basics of tai chi, the many benefits of tai chi and steps to start practising this particular style of martial arts. Next, we will go into detail on how to begin practising tai chi at home or in public, the styles of tai chi and what to expect overall. Finally, we will give you a few extra tips about learning the philosophy behind tai chi, finding good tai chi instructors and more. You Will Learn: About what tai chi is The basics of tai chi The many health benefits of tai chi Tips for practising tai chi properly and safely The Benefits of Taking This Course: Improve mental and physical health Insights into a peaceful martial arts style Applying tai chi philosophy in other areas of life

This class focuses on the 42-Step Tai Chi Competition Form. This set of movements is a mixture of different 'styles' of Tai Chi - Yang, Wu, Sun, & Chen styles. This is a 13-week term.

In this class we are doing the Wu style Competition Routine. This is a 45-move set of movements using all the features that make Wu style tai chi different to other styles of tai chi. We also do a set of Qigong exercises in this class. This is a 13-week term.

To participate in this class you need to know 1st part of sequence. On that class you will learn or develop 2nd and 3rd part, Advanced Pushing Hands, Tai Chi Ball and martial applications.

In this class we work on the Yang 10-Step Tai Chi Form. This is a 'standardised' set of movements that is performed in the same way throughout the world. We are specifically focusing on the 'energy' side of tai chi in this class - how energy rises and falls in the body. We are also working on a set of Qigong exercises called the 'Ba Duan Jin' or '8 Strands of the Brocade' - one of the oldest sets of Qigong. This is a 13-week term.

Tai Chi Progressive Course for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced students and all those interested in Tai Chi and QiGong

Beginners' Tai Chi classes suitable for all those wishing to improve their co-ordination, balance and flexibility.

Classes focusing on relaxation, Qigong, 1st part of long sequence and basic Pushing Hands.