Tai Chi

Tai Chi
	Tai Chi is offered by the Founder - Michelle Gardiner. See syllabus below. 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
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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 Private and group classes available - contact below for details. E-mail: Michelle or Telephone: 01594 860872 Classes include Chi kung and forms. TOP Tai Chi Syllabus This syllabus is optional for those who wish to show progress within Tai Chi. The sash system is a traditional system over a minimum of 5 years. Training twice a week with an instructor and regular practice at home is recommended. As a result of the nature of Tai chi learning and class structures, it may be necessary to do the grades out of order. If this is the case, the minimum time must be observed and the highest sash must be worn in class. Red sash - 6 months from commencement of training: Tai chi Yang style short form and the 18 exercises of chi kung Green sash - 1 year from commencement of training: Tai chi Yang style 24 form and six Chi Kung exercises (Farmer Looks up at Sky, Fisherman casts net, Daoist Archer, Crane lifts its wings, Buddha Smelling Roses, Heavenly Lift) Blue sash - 2 years from commencement of training: Tai chi Yang Style Sword Form 1 and elemental chi kung Purple sash - 3 years from commencement of training: Tai chi Yang Style 42 Form, Origins and Philosophy of Tai chi (written or other media) Brown Sash - 4 years from commencement of training: Tai chi Chen Style Sword Form 2, Calming, refreshing and revitalising Chi Kung and Meditation Black Sash - 5 years from commencement of training: Tai chi Sun Style 73 Form and Martial Applications Please note that these are minimum times!!! Download a Word document of this syllabus. TOP
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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