TAI CHI (An Introduction for new Students)
This Tai Chi group is for all age groups.
New Sessions
The beginning of a new session only means it is the best time to welcome new students. Existing Students will not be affected by this, and will continue to learn as long as they continue to participate.
Class Structure
The one-hour class is structured to include warm-up exercise, basic Tai Chi walk and movements instruction on specific Tai Chi moves (Yang Style). You will learn reasons for specific moves, including applications and benefits of each movement, and you will participate in group practices of Tai Chi.
The Goals
The goal for each class is the same: We hope each of us will leave class feeling happier than when we came in. The benefit of Tai chi depends on the individual: the more we practice, the more we get out of it.
The Instructors
Previously, our instructors were John Fleming and Sharon Van Houdt. Our present instructors are Bill Powell and Jen Black, along with senior students Sharon Van Houdt and Kathy Davis.
History of This Class
The class grew out of the teachings of Dan and Kitty Gandee. Sharon had long been interested in fitness, dance and yoga, and had been introduced to Tai Chi in 1995, and in 1998 she began to study with Dan and Kitty. In 1999, John Fleming also began studying Tai Chi with instructors Kitty & Dan Gandee in order to maintain health, balance and flexibility.
When Kitty and Dan were transferred out of the area, John Flemming and Sharon Van Houdt saw a need for Tai Chi to continue for the health benefits it would provide for others. Sharon felt that Tai Chi kept on balanced, flexible, and mentally challenged throughout life.
On Achieving Mastery
At this Tri-Cities Tai Chi class, the belief is that there is no secret in achieving a high level of mastery: It simply takes patience and daily practice. Sometimes the simplest things may be the hardest to do well but your instructors are committed to meet you halfway. As long as you are willing to learn and to practice on your own, they are willing to help you to reach your goal.
(Content was modified by Frank Lockwood, from a document of unknown authorship.)
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