Tai’ Chi is a Chinese exercise regimen that improves strength, balance, posture and concentration. It has two components: a defined set of movements, or form, and push hands, which is done with a partner. Tai’ Chi was first developed as training for the martial arts, a type of shadow boxing. Today, it’s a an art and a discipline in and of itself.

Tai’ Chi is zero impact and is safe and beneficial for people of all all ages. I first used it as a way to regain strength and muscular balance after being badly injured in a car accident many years ago. It’s excellent for both healing and for physical fitness.

For anyone who has been wanting to try – or revisit – Tai’ Chi, here’s the perfect opportunity. There are affordably priced beginners Tai’ Chi classes starting right here in our neighbourhood in a couple of weeks:

  • Starting Monday, 27th August
  • 7.30pm – 9.30pm
  • Queens Park Church Of Scotland (170 Queens Drive)
  • £6 waged / £4 unwaged

The classes will be taught by Glen Williams of Five Winds. He can be contacted at williams.glen (at) yahoo.co.uk or at 07891760744.

For those who prefer a daytime class, there’s also this one:

  • Starting Wednesday 29th August
  • 10:00 am – 11:00 am
  • Toryglen Community Hall (199 Prospecthill Circus)
  • £3.50 per class

That class will also be taught by Glen. You can book a place on 0141 569 1031 or by e-mailing toryglen.community (at) gmail.com.