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Tai chi is for anyone who wants to improve their

It is a slow, gentle exercise, making it suitable for nearly everyone, but also contains hidden strength.According to a report by Harvard Medical School, it has value in treating or preventing many health problems. Another report found that tai chi can be better than aerobic exercise at regulating blood pressure.With its relaxing, fluid movements, tai chi teaches a new, natural way of moving.What makes it so valuable is that you can get started no matter your fitness level, and even if you aren't in the best of health.It's also a great social activity.

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What to expect

My name is Sheenagh. In 2019 I started going to a 'Tai Chi for Rehabilitation' class after time in a wheelchair. I got so much benefit from it that in 2025 I decided to train as an instructor with the Deyin Taijiquan Institute, one of the most acknowledged Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong Institutes in Europe.The founder of Deyin is considered the highest authority in the world on 24 step simplified Yang style taijiquan, among many other forms. In fact, his uncle created the 24 step, which is perhaps the most widely performed tai chi exercise today.Deyin (GB) work closely with the NHS, city councils and the UK government and national charities, with the goal of using tai chi to help people improve their health and well-being.During class, wear comfortable clothes which allow you to move easily, and flat, flexible shoes.Chairs will be available if you need to sit. Many tai chi moves can be done both sitting or standing.Your first class is free, to give you a chance to see if tai chi is for you. In return, you will be asked to fill in a short form for insurance purposes, and to find out if any adaptations are needed to help you get the most out of the class.I hope you will find tai chi fun and relaxing and enjoy this form of 'meditation in motion'.

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When and where

Saturdays 10 - 12 amMusgrave Park Bowling Pavilion
Belfast BT9 7JB
(plenty of free parking)A relaxing and friendly class for complete beginners, one based on the popular move 'Cloud Hands'. Moves can be done standing or seated (chairs provided).Class is an hour. Then tea, coffee and light snacks are provided, giving an opportunity to meet your fellow class members.Your first class is free.Dates: Initial run of classes is Saturday 24 January to 28 March 2026. Dates after Easter tbc.Max 20 places.Prepay here to reserve your place.Payment in cash at class also accepted.

Thursdays 9.15 - 11 amHillsborough Scout and Community Hall
Hillsborough
(limited free parking beside the hall, more on the road)A class for both learners and the more advanced, based on the 24 Step Yang Style form.Includes time for tea, coffee and biscuits£8 per class. Your first class is free. Pay as you go, no need to book.Dates: Each Thursday from 19 Feb until 25 June 2026 (except Easter break 2 Apr and 9 Apr).

All classes ages 18 and over only

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Musgrave Park Tai Chi- £7 per class (includes tea, coffee and light refreshments)
- £7.30 for one class by cardPrepaying guarantees your place.Max 20 places in the class.Class dates after Easter with pre-payment whole term option soon to be announced.

• £7 + 30p (1 class) Musgrave

Hillsborough Tai Chi£8 per class, pay as you go (includes tea, coffee and biscuits).

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