Tai Chi Blog

  • Tai Chi & Taoist philosophy

    Tai Chi & Taoist philosophy

    Tai Chi is much more than just a physical exercise. At its core, Tai Chi is a deeply philosophical practice that seeks to harmonize body, mind, and spirit. The philosophy behind Tai Chi is rooted in Taoism, a Chinese philosophical tradition that dates back over 12,000 years. In this blog post, we will explore the…

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  • Finding Your Qi

    Finding Your Qi

    One of the key elements of Tai Chi is the concept of Qi, which is often translated as energy. In this blog post, we will explore the role of Qi in Tai Chi practice and how it can help you improve your physical, mental, and emotional health. What is Qi? Qi is a fundamental concept…

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  • Tai Chi for stress reduction and relaxation

    Tai Chi for stress reduction and relaxation

    In recent years, Tai Chi has become an increasingly popular form of exercise worldwide, and for good reason. This ancient Chinese practice has been shown to have numerous health benefits, including stress reduction and relaxation. In this blog post, we will explore the science behind these benefits and provide references to peer-reviewed studies from reputable…

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  • Kai Men qigong

    Kai Men qigong

    Kai Men Qigong in Lee style Tai Chi Kai Men Qigong is a series of exercises in Lee style Tai Chi that emphasizes the principles of Qi, the vital life force in Chinese medicine. In this blog post, we’ll explore what Qi is, how it’s related to Chinese medical principles, why qigong is popular as…

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  • Sticky hands

    Sticky hands

    Yīfù shǒu 依附手, also known as “Sticky Hands,” is a fundamental exercise in Lee Style Tai Chi that is taught to beginners as a way to introduce them to the principles of Tai Chi and to prepare them for more advanced techniques. While some may see Sticky Hands as a simple exercise, it is actually…

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  • What is Tai Chi?

    What is Tai Chi?

    Tai Chi is a martial art and exercise form that originated in ancient China. Its practice has been gaining popularity around the world in recent years due to its many health benefits. In this blog post, we will explore what Tai Chi is, how it works, and what the benefits of learning Tai Chi are.

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  • Easter Course 2023

    Easter Course 2023

    Our Easter Course last year in our stunning new venue at the St-john’s-in-the-fields church in St Ives was such a success we are doing it all over again this year. It was the first time we have ever had an Easter Course with fresh-cut flowers and fairy lights. The church is such a vibrant and…

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  • A new Tai Chi club in Cardiff

    A new Tai Chi club in Cardiff

    A new Tai Chi club is opening in Cardiff At the Tredegar room, Old Library, Singleton Road, Splott, Cardiff CF24 2ET Every Wednesday 6-7:30pm

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