Learn the Yang-style Tai Chi form. This flowing movement sequence contains the basic movements of Tai Chi which will help you to develop and practice smooth movement, good alignment and improved balance. Develop good personal practice that will enable you to fully realise the benefits of this absorbing Taoist art.
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You will learn the sequence of movements from the first section of the Yang Tai Chi form, warm-up exercises and Chi Kung exercises that together will positively deepen your relationship with and understanding of your own body and create a more peaceful state of mind. This is a face-to-face class.
What will we cover?
The course will cover the movement sequence of the first section of the Yang-style Tai Chi form, warm up and Chi Kung exercises.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
-Perform the first part of the Yang-style T’ai Chi form to a good basic level. -Demonstrate smooth, steady, even movement -Understand and use effective application of movement. -Perform warm-up exercises and some Chi Kung movements -Experience a more relaxed body and a quieter mind after practice.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Suitable for students who have completed at least 2 terms of Tai Chi courses, not for a complete beginners
You will need to be able to follow verbal instructions, observe and copy physical movements and use spatial awareness within a group.
Please contact your GP for advice if you have any health conditions which may impact on your participation in the course. In addition, please ensure that you tell the tutor about any conditions or concerns at the start of the course.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught through demonstration of the specific movements and active participation within a class setting. The course tutor will give instruction during the class to enhance and develop your practice. Handouts will also be given out in some of the classes.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You should wear loose comfortable clothing. Certain books and video/DVD will be recommended.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Continue next term with further T'ai Chi courses. Please discuss your progression with the tutor.
Kamal has been teaching the Alexander Technique for nearly 20 years. He used to suffer from persistent low back pain for many years and found the Alexander Technique the only way to obtain long-term relief. The personal benefit and growing interest in the Technique led him to train to teach it. He is a partner and teacher at the City Alexander Technique teacher training school in Old Street. He also runs a private teaching practice and has experience working with groups at the City Lit and South Thames College. He has been a Council member and Chair of STAT (Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique) and served on several STAT committees. He is presently a trustee of two charities connected to the Alexander Technique, The FM Alexander Trust and Friends of the Alexander Technique. Kamal comes from a background in engineering and business is a director of HITE Limited, which runs courses on the Alexander Technqiue. HITE has published 8 books on the Technique. Kamal is also a qualified Yang Style Tai Chi teacher and is featured in a Tai Chi DVD published by HITE.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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