The Phoenix Tai Chi Centre was founded in London, Ontario by Gloria Jenner in 1988. Gloria has been studying Tai Chi and Qigong since 1980. Gloria and her staff teach Yang Style Tai Chi, Tai Chi Sword and Qigong.
Tai Chi/Taiji applies the power of fluidity to easing one's daily life.
Qigong applies the power of visualization to healing the body.
Both of these exercises apply meditation to relaxing the mind and reducing physical, emotional and spiritual stress.
The second session of the Five Section Tai Chi form will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Phoenix Centre. The hours are 10 am to 4 pm. New comers are welcome. More information available here Tai Chi Classes at the Phoenix Centre will resume in September 18 2024. Sessions are open at 10 AM or 7 PM. More information available here Ongoing class led by Jon G: Jon is offering the 24 Tai Chi set at the Shangri- La Yoga Studio, behind Purdy Natural at Wharncliffe and Mt Pleasant. The class meets at 7:30 to 8:30 pm on Fridays. The cost is $12 per session. Note: No street shoes as this is a yoga space. For further information, contact Jon at taichichuanjon@gmail.com. Tai Chi Weapons Training We are very excited to announce a series of weapons classes at the Phoenix Taiji Centre in the hall Church of the Epiphany starting in September. Classes will start on September 3 at 7 PM. In this class we will begin with a short dagger form (wooden daggers only, daggers will be available for a nominal cost). We will progress from the dagger to the sabre forms and eventually to the Tai Chi sword forms. These forms are a great way to learn to move our chi not only throughout our bodies but into the weapons as well. Beginners, advancing, and experienced students are welcome. Please contact the Centre: Email: Ph: 519-872-2408 Other classes in the community will reopen in September 2024 (see below for specific dates). Please check the Ph: 519-661-5575. |
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Qigong ('chi kung') is the art of strengthening health by focusing the mind and being aware of the breath combined with correct posture and physical movement.
The Qigong positions are designed to affect the movement of energy (chi) and to help chi travel around the body to nourish the body internally and externally.
Tai Chi/Taiji is an ancient Chinese martial art. It is a slow meditative form of exercise that increases flexibility in both mind and body. Tai Chi/Taiji combines postures and movements inspired by the natural world into forms which are learned and practiced over a lifetime. The practice of Tai Chi/Taiji reduces stress, tones muscles, massages joints, improves balance and much more.
PHOENIX TAI CHI CENTRE
Tai Chi/Taiji
These classes are geared to individuals with complex health issues including Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other pain & mobility issues. Classes consist of Tai Chi and its related exercise Qigong (‘chi kung’). Some sitting exercises and work with the Tai Chi Ruler are also taught.
The movements are performed according to the physical ability of the student. There is a focus on exercises that can be used for pain management and to address specific health issues.
NB: Classes are virtual at present. Contact for information and/or to register. In-person classes may be offered in the autumn.