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Tai Chi for Health and Balance
Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health and ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better.
- Location
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South Portland Public Library
- Workshop Leader
Barbara Bock, Volunteer Tai Chi Coordinator
- Cost
$0
Schedule
| Session | Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue, Sep 28, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 2 | Thu, Sep 30, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 3 | Tue, Oct 5, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 4 | Thu, Oct 7, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 5 | Tue, Oct 12, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 6 | Thu, Oct 14, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 7 | Tue, Oct 19, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 8 | Thu, Oct 21, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 9 | Tue, Oct 26, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 10 | Thu, Oct 28, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 11 | Tue, Nov 2, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 12 | Thu, Nov 4, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 13 | Tue, Nov 9, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 14 | Tue, Nov 16, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 15 | Thu, Nov 18, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 16 | Tue, Nov 23, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 17 | Tue, Nov 30, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 18 | Thu, Dec 2, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 19 | Tue, Dec 7, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 20 | Thu, Dec 9, 2021 | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
Notes
This is an in-person program. Participants will be required to wear face masks and be COVID vaccinated. Workshop generously sponsored and hosted by the South Portland Public Library, and delivered by the Southern Maine Agency on Aging, a Healthy Liv
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ing for ME provider. TCA Certified Instructors: Ruby Parker, Mercer Bonney, Miriam Otis
This listing is for an INTRODUCTION session and is meant for students new to tai chi, or those still learning the movements.
Tai Chi for Health and Balance (TCHB) was developed by Dr. Paul Lam for the Arthritis Foundation. The program uses gentle Sun-style Tai Chi routines that are safe, easy to learn, and suitable for every fitness level. The ancient discipline of Tai Chi combines agile steps, joint-safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing and relaxation in ways that help you feel greater control over your daily life. It is a joint-safe way for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy life and meet new friends while taking control of your physical, emotional, and mental health.