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Beginners' Tai Chi Courses Unique Bang (Stick) Workshop - 7 June
Continuing Tai Chi Students China Trip
Internal Martial Arts Hun Yuan Qigong Course, Jan
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Why People Turn to Tai Chi to Relieve Stress
and Recharge their Energy for Winter

12 Relaxation and Health Benefits You can Expect
When You Learn Tai Chi with Us

      ●  See your posture and balance noticeably improve
      ●  Be stronger and more energetic with better circulation
      ●  Gain greater freedom of movement and relief of back pain
      ●  Think more clearly and concentrate better
      ●  Feel relaxed, calm and connected with your inner peace

Highly recommended by many health professionals.

You will benefit greatly from our professionalism and 25 years experience in the ACT.

Beginners’ Courses in Year 2008

  • Mon 4 February to Sat 12 April
  • Mon 28 April to Sat 5 July
  • Mon 21 July to Sat 27 September
  • Mon 13 Oct to Sat 20 December

Beginners' Course (ACT) : Mon 21 July to Sat 27 September
10 weeks duration.
All classes are 1 hour 15 minutes.

Your first lesson is obligation free.
Wear loose and comfortable clothing and flat soled shoes.

Beginners' classes are held in the following locations.
You may attend as many classes per week as you wish at no extra cost.


ACT

Wanniassa  –   Mon 6.15pm, 21 July
MacKillop Catholic College – Wanniassa Campus, Gym
MacKinnon St, off Sternberg Cres

Weston  –  Tues 12noon, 22 July
Weston Creek Community Centre, Hall,
Parkinson St

Woden  –   Wed 6.15pm, 23 July
Canberra College – Woden Campus, Gym
(formerly Phillip College), Launceston St

Barton  –  Tues 6.15pm, 22 July
Telopea Park School Gym, New South Wales Cres

Dickson  –  Thurs 6.15pm, 24 July
Dickson College Gym, corner Phillip Ave and Antill St

 Amaroo  –  Wed 6.30pm, 23 July
Amaroo School Gym
Katherine Ave

Aranda  –  Mon 6.15pm, 21 July
              –  Sat 9.15am, 26 July
St. Vincent's Primary School Hall
Bindel St

Important Notice!
     Change of Venue for Aranda -
    Mon 21 July & Sat 26 July only
The floor at the St. Vincent's Primary School hall is being resurfaced during the school holiday.  Unfortunately, the floor will not be ready for use until Week 2 of the term.
For the first week only:
- Monday night 21 July and Saturday morning 26 July
Aranda classes will be held at Canberra High School hall
        Entrance to the School's carpark is on Bindubi St, Macquarie.
Session times remain the same.
From Week 2, Monday 28 July, Aranda classes will be held at the St. Vincent's Primary School hall, Bindel St, as usual.
We apologise for any inconvenience.

When you attend one of our venues for your introductory lesson, you will have the opportunity to learn the following:

  • Warm-up exercises : These simple, yet effective joint loosening exercises help you to relax stiff muscles and joints, increasing your flexibility.

  • Qigong (Chi Kung) : an ancient technique for relaxing your mind and body. It also improves your posture, increase your energy levels and trains your ability to maintain centredness.

  • Tai Chi form : in this first lesson, you will learn the beginning movements of the form. Through these movements, you will experience the gentle flowing nature of Tai Chi and its ability to positively affect your body and mind.

    Internally, the movements massage your organs, improve blood circulation and promote diaghphragmatic breathing. Externally, your joints, tendons and muscles are loosened and gradually strengthened. Tai Chi will help you to     relieve stress in your daily life.

  • Tai Chi demonstration : the final part of the lesson will conclude with a performance of the Tai Chi form, also known as meditation in motion. This will give you the opportunity to see the blending of strength and relaxation, harmony and balance.

When you experience Tai Chi, you will understand the reasons it has become one of the most popular and effective ways to relaxation and better health.

An old Chinese proverb says, "your life is in your hands," so "don't wait until you are thirsty before you dig a well". Take responsibility for your health and well being NOW.

May the practice of Tai Chi enrich your life!


With regular practice, you can expect the following benefits:

  • stress relief
  • greater strength, flexibility and true freedom of movement
  • better balance
  • muscle toning
  • improved posture and relief of back pain
  • better circulation
  • more energy and stamina
  • smooth and deep breathing
  • improved concentration and clearer thinking
  • heightened general awareness
  • a more youthful appearance
  • relaxation, inner peace and joy

Tai Chi is beneficial for people suffering from heart conditions, blood pressure problems or arthritis.

Read about the experiences and benefits that our students gain from practising the Hun Yuan Tai Chi.

Fees

10-week course: $148
Concession: $138
17 years and under: $122

(10% GST is included in all fees.)

We welcome payment by cash, cheque or credit card – M/C, visa, Amex ($2 fee applies to American Express).

You will receive a free DVD (duration 59 mins) valued at $25.00, which complements the course instruction.  This introduction to the Hun Yuan Tai Chi system will help you to understand how the system works and benefits you.  It will give you an overview of what you will be learning.

You may attend as many classes per week as you wish at no extra cost.
Beginners' Special Offer
The Academy's training manual, valued at $26.00, will be yours free if you pay your course fees at your Introductory Lesson (21 - 26 July). It is filled with training gems and interesting articles that will inspire you along your way.

Get a Head Start

We have a Special Offer for you!  There is no need for you to wait. You can enrol now for next term’s Tai Chi Beginners’ Course and receive the Introduction to the Hun Yuan Tai Chi System Video DVD and the Tai Chi Manual.

The DVD, An Introduction to the Hun Yuan Tai Chi System, will show you different components of the system.  You will be able to practise the exercises demonstrated on the DVD, and so begin to enjoy the benefits of Tai Chi immediately.  In just a few minutes each day, these exercises will help to keep your joints moving freely and give you a general feeling of relaxation and well-being.

The special manual is filled with many interesting articles on Tai Chi and the many ways it benefits its practitioners. It provides very interesting reading and much useful information about the practice of Tai Chi.

Take advantage of the early enrolment offer, including free postage and packaging. Complete our secure online enrolment form, or phone us on 6296 1357 with your credit card details. Payment can also be made by cheque addressed to Tai Chi Academy, PO Box 70, Woden ACT 2606.

Personal Training
For Tai Chi, Qigong or Martial Arts personal training with Chief Instructor Brett Wagland, please email or phone us for appointment.  Please allow one and a half hours.  Wear loose and comfortable clothing and flat soled shoes.

 

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