Tai Chi! With Tom Diana - Building a Strong and Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit
Tai Chi is a gentle Chinese art that has been practiced for about 1,000 years. It is an exercise in that it improves lower body strength, bone density, blood circulation, and balance; it also reduces blood pressure. Modern studies have shown that it helps relieve anxiety and depression. Since it is a low-impact activity, it can be practiced well into one’s later years.
Tai Chi is also a "moving meditation." Remaining in the here-and-now and being mindful of your body's movements, one can achieve a sense of calmness and serenity.
Finally, Tai Chi is a martial art. By practicing "pushing hands," a person does not rely on strength or speed. Rather, you can learn to move your body just enough so there is no surface to strike against. It is based on the principle of "yield and overcome."
Participants will learn a basic five-element chi gong exercise and immediately engage in some walking exercises. A Tai Chi form will also be taught.
Come join in “meditation in motion” art and exercise.
Mondays,
Instructor: Tom Diana
Location: High school Room 77
Time: 6:00 -7:00pm
