Tai Chi

Age: Adult
Difficulty: Beginner to Advanced

Minutes Class Duration

What we do in this class:

Tai Chi is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for both its defence training and its health benefits. Though originally conceived as a martial art, it is also typically practiced for a variety of other personal reasons: competitive wrestling in the format of pushing hands (Tui Shou), demonstration competitions, and achieving greater longevity. As a result, a multitude of training forms exist, both traditional and modern, which correspond to those aims with differing emphasis. Some training forms of tai chi are especially known for being practiced with relatively slow movements.

Studies have shown that Tai Chi can help to reduce stress, improve posture, balance and general mobility, and increase muscle strength in the legs.

Schedule

Saturday
16.15-17.00 – Adult
17.15-18.00 – Adult

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Teacher

Roy Leighton

Tai Chi

We currently have two weekly classes and the option of a twelve week programme. To book your place on either of the Saturday workshops or to find out more about learning the form or to arrange a time to talk with Roy please email admin@undiscoveredcountry.org.uk or call 0330 043 1664 or complete the online enquiry form.

Alternatively, come and visit, watch a class in action and speak to us in person at:

Dexterity Dojo, The Hall, High Street, Great Houghton, Northampton NN4 7AG
(Please use NN4 7AF for Sat Nav)

Intermediate and advanced class

Saturday 16:15-17:00

Only open to those who have learnt the entire form. In this class we develop a greater understanding of the physical and mental benefits of the practice. Each week we work through the whole form several times to refine the choreography. We also take one or more postures to see how they relate to our own psychological and spiritual development in order to reflect on the past, bring ourselves into the present and prepare for the future.

Cost: £6 per session

Tai Chi for well-being and mindfulness

Saturday 17:15-18:00

A gentle workshop focusing on the core moves in Tai Chi linked to positive psychology to help slow down, stretch and refocus.

Perfect for those who want to explore the primary elements of Tai Chi without the challenge of learning the whole of the form.

You will need a basic level of fitness, full mobility but no specialist clothing (just loose fitting and comfortable).

Cost: £8 per session

Learn the choreography of Tai Chi

Saturday 18:15-19:00 from 9th October 2021

One to one or small group sessions (no more than four) that have been designed for those with little or no knowledge or experience of Tai Chi. The training is a series of twelve one hour sessions: to learn all 24 postures of the compact Yang Style form under the direct guidance from senior instructor Roy Leighton.

The sessions will be supported with printed and online materials with video footage showing the whole of the form so people can practice at home. Once you have completed the training you will be able to join the weekly Tai Chi sessions with the senior students at Dexterity Dance that take place at 16.15 – 17.00 pm every Saturday.

Cost: £240 per person – To secure your place payment will need to be made in advance and in full.

Tai Chi with Roy has not only improved my physical well-being but also improved my ability to relax and see the positive in situations that may previously have sapped my energy.

Tai Chi Student

I have just about learned the basics of the Tai Chi form and incorporate this in my day at least three times to assist in relaxing and, on occasion, in warming me up. During the sessions it is possible to become so engrossed that you tune out to your surroundings achieving complete calm.

Tai Chi Student

There is a bond between the members that quickly encompasses newcomers enabling them to feel welcome and part of the group.

Tai Chi Student

Each session with Roy flies by and is filled with anecdotes and quotes that you want to take away with you.

Tai Chi Student

I always look forward to the next meeting and would recommend this to anyone looking to be fitter and more relaxed to give this a try.

Tai Chi Student

Tai Chi

What we do in this class:

Schedule

Teacher

Roy Leighton

Tai Chi

Intermediate and advanced class

Saturday 16:15-17:00

Tai Chi for well-being and mindfulness

Saturday 17:15-18:00

Learn the choreography of Tai Chi

Saturday 18:15-19:00 from 9th October 2021

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