With just 1 hour a week, gain the tools for self revitalization with a time-tested practice that will promote healing, relaxation, fitness, immunity, balance, and mental calm and clarity. Tai Chi for Health Institute certified instructor Craig Shafer guides you through easy, safe, and effective movements that also promote mental and physical health. Positive change begins with just one small step at a time. Beginners always welcome.
Tai Chi instruction with Craig Shafer via Zoom
Tuesdays: 9am - Tai Chi Easy 8 10am - Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
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Slow … Integrate mind and body Smooth … Serenity Continuous … Gather inner energy Gentle Resistance … Soft inner power Weight Transference … Balance Song … Loosen joints, relax and stretch from within Jing … Mental quietness
Watch the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Demo … click here
Tai chi is often described as "meditation in motion," but it might well be called "medication in motion."
Tai chi health benefits
Harvard School of Medicine
Tai chi differs from other types of exercise in several respects. The movements are usually circular and never forced, the muscles are relaxed rather than tensed, the joints are not fully extended or bent, and connective tissues are not stretched.
There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has value in treating or preventing many health problems
healthline.com
Tai chi has many potential physical and emotional benefits, such as decreased anxiety and depression and improved cognition. It may also help you manage symptoms of some chronic diseases, such as fibromyalgia or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Develop a heightened sense of awareness and build confidence.
Dr. Lam's form of Tai Chi is designed to be safe for people with arthritis. It is especially safe and effective for healing. Also, improving relaxation, reducing blood pressure, reducing the risk of falling while improving fitness, strength, and immunity.
Tai Chi stimulates metabolism, improves immunity, and reduces stress.
Having studied ballet, jazz, and modern dance for several years, Craig was initially drawn to Tai Chi's choreographed movements. He quickly embraced Tai Chi's gentle approach to strength building and health promoting properties.
Craig teaches the Suman Barkus Easy 8 Tai Chi form and is a Tai Chi for Health Institute certified trainer in Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, parts I & II.
Enjoying the natural beauty of the Oregon central coast, he is an avid photographer, and loves music, theatre, and the visual arts. He's also a proud supporter of the CoastBusters Walk for Breast Cancer in Newport and Florence.
Visit Master Trainer Darci Alexander's website for free YouTube lessons and schedule of workshops and classes. TaiChiBlessings.com