Zhan Zhuang Online Tuition

Description

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Your Location: We are based in the UK and operate on either GMT or BST (GMT+1) time zones. Lessons are available globally.

Level: For beginners upwards.

Instructor: Nicola of Earth Balance Tai Chi

Syllabus:

• Loosening exercises.
• Traditional Zhan Zhuang standing practice.
• Principles of alignment in stillness.
• Breath work.
• Fang song principle.
• Rooting principle.
• Expansive lengthening principle.

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LESSON FORMAT – Option 1: Online Lesson

What is included in the lesson?

• The cost of this class includes a one hour live online tuition with instructor Nicola.
• These classes are interactive and are a mixture of instructor demonstration, student observation, practice and correction.
• Within the lesson, we work within the small space of the web cam view.

What is included outside of the lesson?

• The cost is for one hour of online tuition only.
• No further resources provided.

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LESSON FORMAT – Option 2: Lesson + Notes/Homework

What is included in the lesson?

• The cost of this class includes a one hour live online tuition with instructor Nicola.
• These classes are interactive and are a mixture of instructor demonstration, student observation, practice and correction.
• Within the lesson, we work within the small space of the web cam view.
• The bulk of your practice and exploration is done outside of the online class.

What is included outside of the lesson?

1. After the lesson you will be sent homework. This may be a review of the previous lesson or self-led learning to prepare for the next lesson.
2. Practice.
3. Upload your video to the ‘Tai Chi cloud’ and send your questions via email.
4. You will receive an email with corrections and feedback.
5. Practice.
6. Next lesson.

Instructor Nicola will provide you with links to books and DVDs to purchase as a supplement to your training.

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Flexibility: You have the flexibility to set the pace of learning to suit your needs. Whether monthly, bi-monthly, weekly whatever works for you and the available time you have to practice.

Online Lessons Caveat: Please note that tutoring online is not a replacement for in person classes. Silk reeling exercises should ideally be taught in a hands on manner, where movement, posture and alignment corrections are given and shown physically.

Medical History: As with all medical conditions, injuries and/or ill-health, please consult with your Doctor prior to starting a class. Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditation are not a replacement for conventional medical treatment.  Please advise instructor Nicola prior to class of any medical conditions, injuries and/or ill-health that may prevent you from safely taking part. Our privacy policy is noted here.

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TERMS

Format: Over Zoom your instructor Nicola will guide you through 1-2-1 private tuition. The lesson will be a mixture of instructor demonstration, student observation, practice and correction. This is your lesson, so will be personalised to you.

Duration: One hour for one person.

Advance Payment Method:  Debit or credit card via the booking system. Contact Nicola for details and a link to book.

Requirements: Highspeed broadband internet connection, web camera, computer microphone, computer speakers. Your webcam must be set up and tested in advance so that your whole body is shown in the video screen with speakers and microphone working.

Terms: 24 hours notice for cancellations, no refunds within this time frame.

Legal: We are based in the UK and governed by UK jurisdiction.

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As with all medical conditions, injuries and/or ill-health, please consult with your Doctor prior to starting a class. Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditation are not a replacement for conventional medical treatment. All students will be required to complete a medical history form prior to joining a class.