This free Thai Chi training is for either people aged 50+ and/or those who are living with a long term health condition.

Tai Chi Movement for Wellbeing (TMW) is a specially-developed sequence of movements and gentle exercise for promoting physical and emotional wellbeing that has been shown to benefit many people, particularly over 50s and those with long-term health conditions.

There is a large body of research demonstrating that the regular practice of tai chi improves levels of flexibility, mobility, balance and general well-being across all age groups, with significant improvements for older people.

The advantage of TMW as compared to other forms of tai chi, is that it is a simple, easily learnt sequence that can be practiced by almost anyone including those with long-term health conditions, limited mobility or low stamina.

The sequence of movements is gentle and participants are encouraged to find their own “soft-limit”, so that they do not over-exert or strain. TMW is taught over 8 weeks, in hour long sessions, by a qualified TMW Trainer with over 30 years’ experience.  Participants are encouraged to practice at home and each person is given a DVD and handouts.  Gradually, over the 8 weeks of the course, participants find that this gentle form of exercise helps with reducing stiffness and fatigue, whilst building stamina, flexibility, confidence and well-being.

Course Objectives:

• Learn the Tai Chi Movement for Wellbeing sequence in a supportive atmosphere
• Develop a daily practice which helps with managing the challenges of growing older and/or living with a long term health condition
• Understand how gentle exercise helps to build stamina, balance and flexibility whilst reducing stiffness and fatigue
• Take positive steps to enhance wellbeing

Swansea morning class:

• The Environment Centre, Pier Street, SA1 1RY
• Start: Friday 13th January, 2017 at 10:00am
• End: 3rd March, 2017 at 11:00am

Swansea lunchtime class:

• Start: Friday 13th January, 2017 at 12:30pm
• End: 3rd March, 2017 at 1:30pm
• Location: The Environment Centre, Pier Street, Swansea, SA1 1RY

Gorseinon class:

• Location: Gorseinon Institute, 44 Lime Street, Gorseinon, Swansea, SA4 4AD
• Start: Thursday 19th January, 2017 at 2:00pm
• End: 9th March, 2017 at 3:00pm

Morriston class:

• Start: Monday 16th January, 2017 at 10:30am
• End: 13th March, 2017 at 11:30am
• Location: Aenon Church, Stawberry Place, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7AG

More info: 01792 544000       or email:     scvs@scvs.org.uk

WAMES would be interested to hear from anyone trying Tai Chi on whether they found this practice helpful for ME or CFS