Tai Chi for Health
and Wellbeing
Tai chi originated from ancient China.
Most tai chi consists of fluid, gentle movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo.
Rachel Grande
Tai Chi for Health
Tai chi for Health is specially designed for people with arthritis. Created by Dr Paul Lam and a team of tai chi and medical experts in 1997; it is based on Sun style tai chi. This form features a higher stance (less deep knee bending) more mobility and relaxation through qigong (a breathing exercise that aids relaxation). It frees up stiff joints and works muscles gently, the focus on weight transference helps balance.
Tai chi for Health is learned over a series of weekly sessions.
Classes are over a 6 week term at a cost of £10 per session. Participants should wear comfortable trousers and flat supportive shoes. The Tai chi form is taught in a progressive sequence so regular attendance over the 6 weeks is recommended. The form can be taught in both seated and standing positions.
Rachel trained as a Physiotherapist in Bristol in 1994 and has been specialising in Rheumatology for the last 20 years.
Having recently updated her instructor training in Dr Paul Lam’s ‘Tai Chi for Health’ she is teaching classes to help people maintain their mobility.
Rachel is also a Registered Craniosacral therapist qualifying from CTET in London in 2000.
You can find our more about Rachel on her website
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What is TMW?
TMW (Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing) is a specially developed sequence of movements which promotes physical and emotional health and wellbeing. With origins in both Tai Chi and Chi Kung, the TMW sequence distils elements of these arts into a simple series of movements without complex forms to learn or difficult techniques to master.
The sequence has been carefully created and co-developed by internationally renowned Tai Chi master, Richard Farmer, together with consultant clinical and neuro psychologist, Dr David Quinn.
TMW’s harmonious, balanced and graceful movements are enjoyable to practise and promote relaxation, poise and wellbeing. Its benefits may include:
· Physical/emotional wellbeing
· Self-care and self-healing
· Improved attention and concentration
· Improved posture
· Improved balance
· Increased flexibility
· Improved circulation
· Relief from anxiety
· Increased self-confidence
· Calmness and relaxation
Is it for you?
TMW benefits everyone, at all ages and stages. To enjoy a form of exercise that’s accessible, flexible and easy is crucial to keeping you relaxed, healthy and full of wellbeing. The movements and gestures are inherently graceful and flowing and can be practised both sitting and standing, or a combination of the two. TMW is truly accessible to all.
About me
As a practising Person-Centred Counsellor, I am motivated by a desire to support others towards greater personal empowerment and fulfilling their potential. I have found that TMW is another way to do this.
I was first introduced to TMW over 10 years ago and having witnessed its benefits, both in myself and in others, I was inspired to become a TMW trainer. I love the way this simple practice has the power to support people to come into their grounding and face the challenges of life from a more centred, integrated and compassionate place. I am passionate about sharing this practice with others.
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Kate Binnie
Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing