what is tai chi?

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Tai chi is often described as 'meditation in motion,' and has also been referred to as "medication in motion"due to its numerous benefits for the body.
There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice which originated in China as a martial art, has value in treating or preventing many health problems. And you can get started even if you aren't in top shape or the best of health.

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In this low-impact, slow-motion exercise, you go without pausing through a series of motions. 

As you move, you breathe deeply and naturally, focusing your attention (as in some kinds of meditation) — on your bodily sensations. 

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Tai chi differs from other types of exercise in several respects. The movements are usually circular and never forced, the muscles are relaxed rather than tensed, the joints are not fully extended or bent, and connective tissues are not stretched. Tai chi can be easily adapted for anyone, from the most fit to people confined to wheelchairs or recovering from surgery.

Some benefits of Tai Chi are further below...

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Mellow Monday
Tai Chi 

(At the Wellspring & Yew)
 

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This wonderful session is relaxed, fun, and suitable for all abilities and ages.  It's a great way to start off your Monday as you continue into the week ahead.

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Experience the vitality that comes from nurturing your ''Chi' - your life force.​

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Come and join us.

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venue:

The Wellspring & Yew, The Yard, Wrexham Road, Burland, Nantwich, CW5 8LR. 

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time:  

Monday:  9.30am - 10.30am

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exchange:  

£10 per session

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...or £8 per week as a prepaid, block-booking of 6 sessions. 

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Online booking and payment is
required prior to the session
to confirm your place. 

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Sessions in your workplace
are available on request.  

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Click here to make an enquiry.

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Tai Chi Benefits:

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Tai Chi could lengthen your life (in a study f over 60,000 men in china over 5 years - those who practise Tai Chi regularly live significantly longer than those who don’t.

It’s healthy for your heart - in studies tai chi is proven to be significantly better than other exercises (such as brisk walking) at reducing blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease, like blood sugar levels and cholesterol.

 

It can boost your immunity (in a study after 9 weeks - the tai chi group’s immunity was measuring twice as high as other control groups).

 

Tai Chi improves brain function (like memory and flexibility) – faster than any other exercise.  And it’s proven to effect positive changes your brain. Both at structural and functional levels. 

 

It burns calories. It looks like very gentle, slow, smooth movement. Barely exercise at all. But someone practising Tai Chi burns a similar number of calories to someone who appears to be working out a lot harder. And it is proven to help you lose weight as quickly as the gym.

 

Tai Chi is also proven to... reduce stress and support mental and emotional well-being, improve balance, protect and nurture the joints, relieve bodily pained help improve alignment due to the fluidity of the movement.