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Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese form of exercise, in which you learn to
perform a series of movements at a slow, smooth pace. Some of Tai Chi's
movements are well known to Westerners as the slow motion routines that
groups of people practice together every morning in parks around the world,
particularly in China.
What is the class like?
The first part of the class always starts with a warm-up routine, which
combines dynamic and static movements and controlled breathing exercises,
together with gentle stretching. The second part of the class includes
individual and group tuition in Tai Chi form. The classes last an hour.
Tai Chi can be practised by people of any age and any level of fitness,
and all the movements are performed standing. It can help relieve the
physical and mental effects of stress by focusing the mind on the movements
being performed. It is effective in re-training posture and can improve
balance and co-ordination. Muscles are strengthened and stretched, and
it helps maintain flexibility in the joints. Many people say that doing
Tai Chi regularly contributes to their general sense of health and wellbeing.
For those who want to know the type of Tai Chi that we follow, in our
classes you will be learning the Wudang style. For our level of class
it is possible to move between styles without too much difficulty, so
please do not be put off if we offer a different style to Tai Chi that
you may have done before.
What should I bring to class and what should I wear?
You do not need to bring anything with you, and you do not have to
wear special clothes. However, we recommend that you wear loose, comfortable
clothing, preferably made from natural materials, and you can either wear
flat soled shoes or do the class barefoot.
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Helping You
What our members say.....
"I like the fact all abilities are catered for and all
parts of the body are stretched and exercised. I have arthritis
and feel a great improvement in my movement"
"It focuses my concentration to learn the movements
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To book your place on any course or
for more information please contact RHL 01252 362660
Monday - Advanced - 09:30 – 10:30
St Augustine’s Church Hall, North Lane, Aldershot GU12 4SE
£3.90 Multimap
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Monday - Beginners - 10:30 – 11:30
St Augustine’s Church Hall, North Lane, Aldershot GU12 4SE
£3.90 Multimap
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Monday - All Abilities - 12:30 – 13:30
Harlington Centre, Fleet Road, Fleet GU51 4BY
£4.80 Multimap
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Friday - All Abilities - 13:30 – 14:30
Hawley Memorial Hall, Hawley Green, Camberley GU17 9BW
£3.90 Multimap
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