Tai Chi Qigong Isle of Wight

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: 1, 22, 29 April, 6, 13, 20 May.
No Class School Holidays: 8, 15 April, 27 May.
Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
Location: The Studio, Root & Bloom, 14-16 High Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6LB.
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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: 1, 22, 29 April, 6, 13, 20, May.
No Classes School Holidays: 8, 15 April, 27 May.
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 Gates Code: The school gates are locked. You will need to use a code to open the gate. Please contact Nicola by email ahead of your first class to receive the code.
Directions: Visit this page.

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: 2, 23, 30 April, 7, 14, 21 May.
No Class: 9, 16 April, 28 May.
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.
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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.
Upcoming Dates: 3, 24 April, 1, 8, 15, 22 May.
No Classes School Holidays: 10, 17 April, 29 May.
Cost: £8 per class (cash or contactless credit/debit card).
Format: Drop-in, pay as you go.
Location: The Studio, Root & Bloom, 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.

Day/Time: Thursdays at 6.00pm - 7.00pm.
Upcoming Dates: 6, 13, 20, 27 March, 3, 24 April, 1, 8, 15, 22 May.
No Classes: 10, 17 April (school holidays), 29 May (school holidays).
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.

The Somatic You Workshop @ Ryde

Come into a state of being with Qigong. Step beneath the noise and stories that bind everyday life and immerse yourself in a transformative somatic Qigong movement workshop on the beautiful Isle of Wight. Through mindful movement and breathwork, you’ll enter a deep state of presence to help you come home to your authentic self.

Dates: Saturday 28 June from 10.00am to 1.00pm.
Cost: £30 per person.
Number of Students: Limited to 8 places. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Level: Everyone welcome. No experience needed.
Format: Standing up, moving slowly, seated practice and floor work Qigong.
Location: The Studio, Ryde Chiropractic, 81 George Street, Ryde, PO33 2JF.
Advance Bookings: Open.

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.