I’m so glad I attended the weekend workshop. I’m fairly new to Tai Chi and found it really helpful.
It was quite something to be practising as part of a group of almost 70 people of mixed ability. We went through the movements slowly so that we could focus in on the details and I was able to understand a lot more. This was done in such a way to enable all abilities to work at the level they needed to.
An added bonus for me…. I have restricted movement in one of my shoulders at the moment and at the end of each day, I was surprised to notice that my range of movement had increased significantly.
Plenty of good food was provided (covering a range of dietary requirements) and I’m thrilled to have made some new friends.
I look forward to the next one.
I am a fairly new student to Tai Chi. I suffered an unexpected sudden bout of ill health two years ago and underwent a major neurosurgical procedure. As a result I suffered from balance and co-ordination problems and weakness of my left side. I am so glad I conquered my nerves and attended my first class, I was made to feel very welcome and safe. I have made steady progress and have seen a real improvement, I am now able to complete a whole set, even taking steps backwards a real achievement for me. Whilst I struggle with equal and opposite arm movements these movements really help with my co-ordination and challenge my brain to lean new things exactly what I need. I have had so many positive comments from friends and family regarding improvement to my mobility since undertaking Tai Chi which is really positive. I have seen a real improvement in my physical health and psychological well being and thank my instructor and fellow students for their support and patience. – Kim
Tai chi works wonders for my back and I do it at home every time I have any pain. Would not be as mobile without it. It also strengthens your bones which has been proven. – Anon
Tai chi: a most relaxing and balletic movement; which brings tranquility with elegance. – Anon
Physically tai chi helps me keep supple. Mentally it is very important to aid powers of concentration. – Joe
After having a heart attack 30 years ago, I was advised to take up tai chi by the specialist. At 80 years of age I still do it and am very thankful for it. – Clive
Tai chi is such a crucial part of my life that I only chose to move once I had established there were local classes. For me tai chi represents companionship, mobility and mental peacefulness. – Anon
Total concentration necessary gives relief for two hours from everyday worries. – Anon
Since starting Tai Chi several years ago, I now find I have much-improved leg strength, balance and overall flexibility. These have helped me develop better posture and self-confidence. – Anon
On nearly completing my first year of doing Tai Chi I find that it is a wonderful way to gently exercise and stretch the body,a great way to exercise the brain as you need to concentrate and the perfect way to meet some really lovely people. – Jan