Tai Chi
Tai Chi Origins: The ancient art of Tai Chi is a unique
exercise system which originated from the philosophy of Taoism and the ancient Chinese
martial art traditions. It has been passed down from generation to generation, refined
by many famous Grand Masters, practised by millions and is now considered to be
one of China’s cultural treasures.
Health Benefits of Tai Chi: Tai Chi improves muscle
tone, strength, fitness, joint flexibility, balance and co-ordination.
Its deep breathing exercises promote the increase of oxygen in the blood and its
circulation to vital organs. Practising Tai Chi calms the mind, promotes relaxation
and counteracts the effects of stress. The exercises are suitable for people
of all ages. Each individual possesses a unique tolerance level with
respect to their physical ability. With consistent practise, you can increase the
tolerance and build up flexibility & strength.
Learning & Practising Tai Chi: Your Tai Chi teacher
will play a very important role in guiding you. It is not just about learning a
set of movements. A good teacher will show you the foundations, how to train properly
to gain maximum benefit and how to improve your flexibility & strength. Most important
aspect is to be able to exercise safely to avoid injuring yourself.