Tai Chi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tai Chi is offered by the Chief Instructor - Michelle Gardiner.

Initially Tai Chi was developed and practised for its Martial Art benefits. It enabled the student to use their opponent's strength and energy against them without having to be physically strong themselves. From my experience physical strength is often a barrier to the study of Tai Chi as it can mean tighter muscles and a tendency to try to meet force with force. In contrast the more energy and force that your opponent puts into his or her attack against you the better the effect of the Tai Chi techniques. Recently Tai Chi has gained a reputation for its health benefits. Tai Chi Chi Kung was developed purely for its health benefits, see below.

Tai Chi

Tai Chi
Benefits Explained
  • improving the strength of muscles
  • improving the range of mobility in joints
  • particularly effective for individuals effected by stroke, disease, partial paralysis or arthritis
  • a reduction in the possibility of loosing balance and falling - many movements involve shifting weight, bending and straightening arms, changing direction, breathing and maintaining good posture - as a result there is improved perception of body in space and a reduction in susceptibility to falls
  • improved lung capacity
  • aids emotional and mental health
  • reduces stress, anxiety and depression
  • improves function of the digestive system
  • reduction of pain
  • improved cardiovascular and respiratory function

Tai Chi in Lydney Park

Tai Chi in Lydney Park

Private and group classes available - contact below for details.

E-mail: Michelle or Telephone: 01594 860872

Classes include Chi kung and forms.
Quotes about Tai Chi:
"As an osteoporosis sufferer, I find Tai Chi to be very therapeutic, as well as most enjoyable." Mary Putterill

"Michelle is a wonderful teacher, patience unlimited." Joan Baker

"I've got my little oasis of peace by taking part in Michelle's Tai Chi Chi Kung. As a complimentary therapist I recommend it to my clients. It is gentle, but don't be deceived - it works on so many levels." Jerry

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