Tai chi has soft movements, slower speeds, and is not difficult to learn. People who practice tai chi are mainly doing so for physical exercise. As an exercise, Tai Chi is suitable for people of all ages. It promotes wellbeing while using slow movements combined with deep breathing to reduce stress, improve balance, concentration and coordination. Yang 24 form was created in China to cater as every day, all levels of fitness exercise programs. Qigong is used as a warm-up/cool-down exercise and is easy to follow. Tai chi walking is a way of practicing the form whilst maintaining correct posture, balance, and body awareness.

Course Outline:

• Basic knowledge of Tai Chi principles
• Learn Yang style 24 from Tai Chi Chuan
• Qigong (Baduan jin (8 pieces of Brocade) / Lotus)
• Introduce Tai Chi walking

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding principles of Tai Chi
• Able to follow Yang style 24 form
• Learn qigong form
• Learn and understand principles of tai chi walking

What to bring:

• Wear flat comfortable enclosed shoes
• Wear loose clothing
• Water bottle

About the Tutor:

'I have a passion for Tai Chi and would love to share my knowledge and experiences with other like-minded people. I have taught at other adult learning institutes and enjoy sharing my knowledge of Tai Chi Chuan. I began my Tai Chi journey many decades ago and it has taken me to many interesting places and met many amazing people.

Tai Chi has taken me overseas to compete and study internationally in Hong Kong and Singapore. I competed in the 8th Singapore International Martial Arts Tournament in 2019 and the 16th Hong Kong Wushu International Championship in 2018. I also participate in the TCAA World Qigong Day each year and TCAA Competitions in Sydney.

I enjoy doing Traditional Yang form; Yang style 24 form, Yang style 18 form, Yang style 40 form, Combined 28 form (a combination of 4 styles) and several weapon forms including Tai Chi Sword and Tai Chi Fan.' Lyn

Other Information:

• To ensure resources are ready for you at the start of your course, we ask you ideally enrol at least one week before the course commences.
• All courses need a minimum number of students to run ("we try our hardest to get those") . If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled before the commencement and you will be informed.