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Deception Training

Byadmin 25/09/202125/10/2021

Deception Training Body Language and the Mind Body Connection The relationship between Tai Chi, Qigong and meditation practice and how you hold yourself in stillness and movement. The Stress Response What does the fear, stress, anxiety, scared, afraid, discomfort or nervous response look like in your posture and movement? Posture: Hands are hidden or closed,…

Meditation Myths

Byadmin 28/03/202128/03/2021

Meditation Myths There is a lot of misinformation about what meditation and mindfulness are, mixed in with unnecessary stereotypes and superiority. For many this puts the stillness practices out of reach. When I teach meditation and mindfulness, I strip away preconception, expectation and myths. Simplicity is the key. On a basic level mindfulness and meditation…

Healthy Movement Livestream

Byadmin 16/03/202022/04/2021

Healthy Movement Livestream Online Tai Chi & Qigong for Health In response to the current health difficulties, we now offer two online Tai Chi and Qigong live-stream classes each week. These lessons are available globally. You don’t need a lot of space, a step or two in any direction and pets are welcome. These classes…

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Ways to Relieve Stress

Byadmin 11/03/202027/10/2021

Ways to Relieve Stress I would go as far as saying that stress is one of the most silent health disorders of our modern times. Managing stress is often overlooked and seen as trivial. There is growing pressure on everyone, to go faster, be more productive, achieve more, do more and so on. Before we look…

Newport Tai Chi Winter Spring 2020

Byadmin 26/11/201929/09/2021

** CLASS CLOSED ** Our community class in Newport on the Isle of Wight closed in March 2020 under goverment mandate, and permanently closed in September 2021. We apologise for the inconvenience. To locate a Tai Chi instructor in the UK visit www.taichiunion.com Winter – Spring Term 2020 Join our community Tai Chi and Qigong…

Chronic Pain Qigong Livestream

Byadmin 14/11/201925/07/2021

Chronic Pain Qigong Livestream Come along to our monthly online livestream for those living with chronic pain, who would like to explore gentle and powerful movements for both mind and body. Join instructor Nicola from the warmth and comfort of your own home for an hour of self discovery, discussion and practice in a private…

Health | Relaxation | Stress

Tai Chi for Anxiety and Depression

Byadmin 06/04/201923/07/2021

Tai Chi for Anxiety and Depression I am often asked will Tai Chi and Qigong cure anxiety and depression? Simply no. They are not a replacement for professional psychology, psychotherapy or talking therapy. If you live with anxiety or depression, it is advised to seek professional advice. Tai Chi, Qigong and Taoist mediation can help…

Female Health | Qi Gong Women | Relaxation

Spring Womens Qigong Class

Byadmin 17/03/201922/04/2021

Spring Womens Qigong Class Join the monthly online Qigong for women gathering to explore healthy and powerful movements for physical health and mental ease with instructor Nicola in her virtual classroom. All from the comfort of your own home. Open to all levels of students, whether a new beginner or seasoned Qigong practitioner. Whatever your fitness…

Health | Qi Gong Women | Relaxation | Stress | Traditional Chinese Medicine

Celebrating International Womens Day

Byadmin 14/02/201922/04/2021

Celebrating International Womens Day * Online Qigong Event – From My Home To Yours * FULLY BOOKED Celebrate International Woman’s Day with instructor Nicola on Sunday 10 March 2019 at 10.30am. Join our virtual classroom and experience learning qigong online with women from across the globe. “I would love you all to join me for…

Hibernating Bear Tai Chi

Byadmin 26/08/201825/07/2021

Hibernating Bear Tai Chi “Build a Strong Foundation for Mind and Body Health” The phrase “Hibernating Bear” comes from instructor Nicola’s ethos to make authentic Tai Chi and Qigong available to all abilities of students, no matter age, physical ability or location. The online hibernating bear lessons follow the Taoist principles of kindness, modesty and…

What makes Tai Chi an Amazing Exercise?

Byadmin 25/04/201619/09/2021

What makes Tai Chi an Amazing Exercise? Qigong and Tai Chi as Superior Forms of Exercise Instructor John Blue has a great youtube channel, with a friendly and informal style of teaching. His videos “explore some of the aspects of qigong & Taiji Quan that makes them incredibly superior forms of physical exercise”. As John describes:…

Who I Teach

Byadmin 17/09/201520/04/2021

Who I Teach I talk to a number of prospective Tai Chi and Qigong students each week, finding out what their reason is for joining a class and what they are looking for in their training. Students come to my private and public classes from all walks of life. Often students are surprised to find…

Tai Chi for Serotonin, Dopamine, Endorphins

Byadmin 03/03/201409/01/2021

Tai Chi for Serotonin, Dopamine, Endorphins Serotonin is a naturally occurring substance (chemical neurotransmitter) within the human body. It helps to control our mood, emotions, thought patterns, learning and sleep by carrying signals in between the nerve cells (neurons). It is located in the intestines, within the central nervous system, the brain and in blood…

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The Power of Breathing

Byadmin 07/02/201425/07/2021

The Power of Breathing Breathing and Your Health In ancient Eastern cultures breathing is seen as fundamental to life-long health. This has become lost in the modern world, leaning more on pharmaceutical companies to provide us with ‘better health’. Learning to breathe more effectively can have a profound effect on how the systems in our…

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Tai Chi for Depression

Byadmin 07/02/201430/06/2021

Tai Chi for Depression This webpage shares student experiences of training Tai Chi and Qingong when living with depression. For more information about the many benefits of the Classical Chinese practices, read my article on how Tai Chi and Qigong can aid anxiety and depression. Written by Anon, Female Tai Chi and Qigong Student. “The…