T’ai Chi Chuan~ is often described as an internal martial art for the promotion of health.

The movements of T'ai Chi are both soft and yielding, firm and rooted they develop internal energy or chi as well as promoting strong physical health through regular practise. Because the movements are practised in a slow but natural way the body mind and spirit focuses attention finding stillness in action. The mind searches and finds a meditative state. The body remains relaxed and postured by calming the emotions. In time ones nervous and spiritual disposition is strengthen. (Shen, Li, and Chi combine)

T'ai Chi movement~ encourages better circulation, can lower blood pressure and increases the lymph flow of the body. T’ai Chi consists of a series of postures, all of which have practical martial applications if you wish to acquire them.The movements of T'ai Chi interplay and alternate between collecting and storing energy and expanding or emitting energy. Yin and yang play. Because the fun of learning T’ai Chi leads to, better concentration, improved balance and agility it is an exercise form worth acquiring.

Tuition is through an understanding of chinese movement perspectives. The class style is friendly and open.

Exeter Area 2009-10

New class begins September 8th 2009-10 with breaks. Venue Politmore Village Hall.

Beginners and accomplished Wednesdays between 1.30pm-2.30pm.

Fees: sliding scale available for low income.

Private Tuition in any of the demonstrated arts is available a session 1-2 hours including weapons forms.

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About FirstGate Chi Arts T'ai Chi

Interactive support materials on DVD or CDrom are given to clarify progress.