Carol Emerson Beginning March 1, the schedule for Tai Chi classes will change. There will be one beginning class, one intermediate and one advanced class each week, all on the weekend. We hope you will be able to take advantage of this wonderful way to keep fit. Tai Chi has always been a key component…
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Clubs & Classes, February 2016
3 levels of Tai Chi classes
What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art practiced as a series of individual movements flowing smoothly from one to another in sequence. It is practiced primarily for health and wellbeing with major benefits being enhanced balance and fall prevention. By practicing Tai Chi, the body becomes stronger and more supple…
Clubs & Classes, January 2016
Is Tai Chi for me?
You probably have heard all the raves about how great Tai Chi can be for our health and well-being but you may not be sure it would really suit your personality, physical abilities or interests. Here are some guidelines to help you decide. Tai Chi might be for you: 1. If you want to work…
Clubs & Classes, December 2015
Benefits of and common misconceptions about Tai Chi
Carol Emerson The ancient practice of Tai Chi is growing in popularity. More and more, I see Tai Chi classes offered at gyms, park departments and even yoga studios! Why is that? The fact is, study after study has shown that a consistent Tai Chi practice makes us healthier, stronger and more well-balanced (physically and…
Clubs & Classes, November 2015
Tai Chi – the perfect exercise as we age
Carol Emerson Tai Chi has always been a key component of Chinese health and fitness practices. With its gentle movements and meditative aspects, it is a perfect way to open the mind and body to a new, healthful, balanced way of being. It is no wonder that Tai Chi has grown in popularity throughout the…
Clubs & Classes, October 2015
The many benefits of Tai Chi
Carol Emerson Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art dating back to the twelfth century. Over the years it has been found to be an excellent way to improve and maintain both physical and emotional health. It is also a wonderful way to build strength and balance while alleviating stress and anxiety. Some of…
Clubs & Classes, September 2015
New Sunday Tai Chi class starts in September
Carol Emerson We have had so many requests for a beginning Tai Chi class on the weekend and beginning Sunday, September 6 we will offer one! The new class will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings. It is just the perfect time for Tai Chi so we hope this will work for…
Clubs & Classes, August 2015
New Tai Chi schedule
Carol Emerson We have made some changes to the Tai Chi class schedule which include moving all of the classes to HOA 1 and taking a bit of a vacation during the month of August. Also, starting in September, we are replacing the Thursday beginning class with one on Sunday to accommodate people who work.…
Clubs & Classes, July 2015
How Tai Chi builds health and vitality
Carol Emerson Studies have shown that there are many health benefits from practicing Tai Chi. These may include: Improved functional balance and physical performance Reduced frequency of falls and risk of falling Lowered blood pressure Improved mental and physical wellbeing Improved cardiovascular and respiratory function Improved sleep quality Increased happiness (really) Enhanced overall health Pain…
Clubs & Classes, June 2015
Classical Tai Chi for health and well-being new classes began June 4
Carol Emerson Practiced for hundreds of years in China, Tai Chi has always been a key component of Chinese health and fitness practices. With its gentle movements and meditative aspects, Tai Chi is a perfect way to open the mind and body to a new, healthful, balanced way of being. Recent medical studies are now…