Tai Chi Qigong Isle of Wight
Instructor Nicola of Earth Balance Tai Chi teaches Chen Tai Chi, Qigong, Hibernating Bear and Taoist meditation across the Isle of Wight. Join our weekly classes in Ryde, Newport and Shanklin, weekend workshops and 121 classes in the studio in Ryde, and 121 outdoor private tuition across the island. Any questions, get in touch here.
Tuesdays 11.15am - Chen Tai Chi @ Shanklin
Traditional Chen Tai Chi classes focusing on health and wellbeing. This class is less formal than our evening Tai Chi classes. A lighter way to learn Tai Chi in a friendly community class. Develop posture and alignment awareness, movement choreography, Tai Chi principles and breath work. New beginners welcome, join anytime.
- Day/Time: Tuesdays at 11.15am - 12.15pm.
- Upcoming Dates: 7, 14, 21, 28 January. Further dates TBC.
- Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
- Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
- Location: The Studio, Cinders for Tea, 14-16 High Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6LB.
- More info: Visit this page.
Tuesdays 6.30pm - Chen Tai Chi @ Ryde
Chen Tai Chi classes cover the traditional syllabus of silk reeling and form training. Develop posture and alignment awareness, movement choreography, Tai Chi principles and breath work. All levels practising and learning together, new beginners welcome, join anytime.
- Day/Time: Tuesdays at 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- Upcoming Dates: 5, 12, 26 November and 10, 17 December.
- No Class: 19 November, 3, 24, 31 December.
- Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
- Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
- Location: Prep School Hall, Ryde School with Upper Chine, Queen's Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE.
- School Gate Code: You will need a code to open the gate. Please contact Nicola by email ahead of your first class to receive the code.
- Directions: Visit this page.
NOVEMBER
Wednesdays 10.30am - Tai Chi & Qigong @ Newport
Chen Tai Chi and Qigong movements to promote health and wellbeing. To calm the mind, strengthen the body and nourish through breath. All levels practising together, new beginners welcome, join anytime.
- Day/Time: Wednesdays at 10.30am - 11.30am
- Upcoming Dates: 6, 13, 27 November.
- No Class: 20 November.
- Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
- Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
- Location: Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council, 64 High St, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1BA.
- Directions: Visit this page.
DECEMBER
Wednesdays 10.30am - Tai Chi & Qigong @ Newport
Chen Tai Chi and Qigong movements to promote health and wellbeing. To calm the mind, strengthen the body and nourish through breath. All levels practising together, new beginners welcome, join anytime.
- Day/Time: Wednesdays at 10.30am - 11.30am
- Upcoming Dates: 11, 18 December.
- No Class: 4, 25 December, 1 January 2025.
- Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
- Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
- Location: Unity Hall, Vecta Lodge of Oddfellows, 20 St Thomas’ Square, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1SG.
- Directions: Visit this page.
Thursdays 11.30am - Qi Gong @ Shanklin
Qigong is the mother practice of Tai Chi. It is easier to learn as a beginner and focuses purely on supporting health and wellbeing through movement. It is an ancient Chinese exercise system performed standing up and moving around, with slow controlled integrated body movements and coordinated breath work.
- Day/Time: Thursdays at 11.30am - 12.30pm.
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Upcoming Dates: 7, 14, 21, 28 November, and 12, 19 December.
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No Classes: 5, 26 December, 2 January.
- Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
- Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
- Location: The Studio, Cinders for Tea, 14-16 High Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6LB.
- Directions: Visit this page.
Thursdays 6.00pm - Chen Tai Chi @ Newport
Learn the traditional Chen Tai Chi syllabus with loosening exercises, standing practice, silk reeling exercises and form training. All levels practising together, new beginners welcome, join anytime.
- Until 14 November - Day/Time: Thursdays at 7.00pm - 8.00pm.
- From 21 November - Day/Time: Thursdays at 6.00pm - 7.00pm.
- Upcoming Dates: 7, 14, 21, 28 November, and 12, 19 December.
- No Class: 5, 26 December, 2 January 2025.
- Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
- Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
- Location: Victoria Recreation Ground Pavilion, Recreation Ground Road, Newport, PO30 5AH.
- Directions: Visit this page.
Outdoor Private Tuition
For those looking for a 1-2-1 personal Tai Chi or Qigong training session. Instructor Nicola offers outdoor training local to Ryde and across the Isle of Wight. Learn traditional movements in a private class, where you will receive in-depth instruction, guidance, and support. Whatever your Tai Chi or Qigong movement goals, Nicola will work with you, offering person centred instruction and a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Cost: £40 per hour + travel expenses.
Location: Outdoors local to Ryde or island wide.
Bookings: Open.
Studio Private Tuition in Ryde
Learn Tai Chi and Qi Gong in the Ryde studio with instructor Nicola. Open to everyone, all ages, abilities and fitness levels. Whether you are looking to learn the art of progressive relaxation with Qigong, or want to learn traditional Chen Tai Chi forms, or you live with chronic illness and would like to explore the Hibernating Bear programme. Nicola supports you as an individual with a person centred approach.
Cost: £48 per hour.
Location: The Studio, Ryde Chiropractic, 81 George Street, Ryde, PO33 2JF.
Bookings: Open.
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.
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