Tai Chi - Beginners

Course intent

Tai Chi is an ancient oriental art that over time helps revitalise mind, body and spirit through the learning and practice of “the form” (set sequences of movements performed slowly with precision).

The intent of the course is to introduce you to the principles and practice of Tai Chi, and using a range of gentle but powerful exercises, to help you revitalise your mind, body and spirit.

What will I learn?

You will learn a variety of exercises to develop balance, body awareness and mental focus to prepare you for learning the form. Exercises will be repeated frequently to consolidate learning and improve your practical abilities.

Courses build on past learning, week by week, to develop new skills, understanding and abilities, and may involve small group sessions. You will find you make the most progress if you attend every taught lesson and practise the exercises at home, fitting them into your daily routine.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This course is designed for those with no prior experience of Tai Chi, or those wanting to refresh skills.

What do I need to bring to the first class?

Please wear comfortable, loose clothing, that will allow you to raise your arms above your head. Tai Chi is practiced in bare feet/socks/soft soled shoes.

What can I do when I finish the course?

At the end of the term, you may wish to re-enrol on the next Tai Chi - Beginners course, and at the end of the academic year, you may wish to progress to the Tai Chi - Improvers course.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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