Carol Emerson Tai Chi is an ancient system of exercise that originated in the Taoist temples of China over 2,000 years ago. The monks of the temples developed Tai Chi as a way to keep themselves physically fit while spending many hours in meditation and also as a means (they hoped) to obtain longevity, even…
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June 2016
Tai Chi – the perfect exercise as we age
Tai Chi, which has grown in popularity throughout the world, is typified by slow, deliberate, repetitive movements and is based on co-ordination and relaxation rather than muscular tension. It is believed that focusing the mind solely on the movements helps to bring about a state of mental calm and clarity. In recent years many studies…
January 2016
Is Tai Chi for me?
You probably have heard all the raves about how great Tai Chi can be for our health and well-being, but you may not be sure it would really suit your personality, physical abilities or interests. Here are some guidelines to help you decide. Tai Chi might be for you: 1. If you want to work…
November 2015
New fitness program at the Ranch: Healing Movements Chi Gong and Tai Chi Fitness
Want to get fit and relieve pain at the same time? Joe Pinella, a SaddleBooke resident and 50-year+ practitioner of Chi Gong and Tai Chi, now offers two classes at SaddleBrooke Ranch that help to do just that. It can be a real challenge to get into shape while facing issues like chronic pain, arthritis,…
September 2015
New Sunday Tai Chi class starts September 6
Carol Emerson We have had so many requests for a beginning Tai Chi class on the weekend, and beginning Sunday, September 6, we will offer one! The new class will be from 10:00-11:00 on Sunday mornings. It is just the perfect time for Tai Chi, so we hope this will work for people who work…
July 2015
How Tai Chi builds health and vitality
Carol Emerson Studies have shown that there are many health benefits from practicing Tai Chi. These may include: Improved functional balance and physical performance Reduced frequency of falls and risk of falling Lowered blood pressure Improved mental and physical well-being Improved cardiovascular and respiratory function Improved sleep quality Increased happiness (really) Enhanced overall health Pain…
June 2015
Classical Tai Chi for Health and Well Being begins June 4
Carol Emerson Practiced for hundreds of years in China, Tai Chi has always been a key component of Chinese health and fitness practices. With its gentle movements and meditative aspects, Tai Chi is a perfect way to open the mind and body to a new, healthful, balanced way of being. Recent medical studies are now…
June 2015
Water Tai Chi is here!
Now that the weather is warming up, it is the perfect time to try Water Tai Chi. Imagine beginning your day with this gentle, relaxing water exercise while overlooking the beautiful mountains of SaddleBrooke! Water Tai Chi is based on the same principles and fundamental techniques as “regular” Tai Chi: relaxation, breathing, mental concentration and…
February 2015
Live long and prosper with Tai Chi
Carol Emerson Tai Chi is an ancient system of exercise that originated in the Taoist temples of China over 2,000 years ago. The monks of the temples developed Tai Chi as a way to keep themselves physically fit while spending many hours in meditation and also as a means (they hoped) to obtain longevity, even…
December 2014
Tai Chi classes
Carol Emerson I’m so pleased to announce that we have expanded our Tai Chi offerings at SaddleBrooke One! In addition to the beginning class on Friday afternoons, there is an additional beginning/intermediate class and an advanced class on Saturdays. This allows students a full progression of training. Also the free private lesson is still available…