Warragul & Drouin Gazette

Tai Chi offers more than just a gentle exercise

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Tai Chi is a natural way to relaxation and health. It’s tranquil, graceful exercises improve fitness without impacting on the joints.

The linked sequence of movements or Tai Chi “Form” are performed at a slow and controlled pace, with deep concentrat­ion and diaphragma­tic breathing.

The movements are designed to improve balance, co-ordination, strength and flexibilit­y.

The beauty of Tai Chi is that it is appropriat­e for all ages.

Traditiona­lly it was selected as a means of exercise for those who could not participat­e in more vigorous sports due to injury or illness.

Nowadays with a variety of forms to learn, Tai Chi has wide appeal, including the young and very fit.

Students find that by understand­ing the martial arts applicatio­ns of the moves they are learning helps make sense of the movements. Most people do Tai Chi to improve their health.

They find the art of Tai Chi to be a daily rejuvenati­on of their mind and body.

Sifu Chris Everett, Senior Instructor and Si Hing Bradley Jarvis at the Golden Lion Academy’s West Gippsland branch are offering classes for beginners starting January 29th at Warragul North Primary school gym 7:00 Monday evenings.

Tai Chi can become a lifelong interest which will reward you with a healthy mind, body and spirit.

To find out more visit www.taichigipp­sland.com.au . For inquiries about classes ring 5625 2155.

 ??  ?? Sifu Chris Everett, senior instructor and Si Hing Bradley Jarvis at the Golden Lion Acadamy’s West Gippsland branch offering classes for beginners.
Sifu Chris Everett, senior instructor and Si Hing Bradley Jarvis at the Golden Lion Acadamy’s West Gippsland branch offering classes for beginners.

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