Tai Chi and Qi Gong in a day COURSE CANCELLED (UC08U15D)
An introduction into the ancient Chinese art of Qi Gong and Tai Chi.
Course overview
Stretch and strengthen your mind and body using movement, breath, self-massage, and focused intent.
Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.
When
Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm on 26th March 2022 for 1 day.
Cost
The full fee is £58.00.
What you already need to know
No experience is required, just a curiosity to learn and a willingness to give it a go. New and previous learners are welcome.
Please note, you will be asked to complete a pre-course health questionnaire before the first session.
What you will learn
An introduction to the eight silk brocade moves that you can take away and practice at home or come back and develop further with Allan.
The health benefits and positive impact of Qi Gong and the ancient Chinese arts are only now being understood by modern medicine.
How you will learn it
- From tutor demonstrations of a move or sequence of moves and practising the movements
- From individual tuition
- Group practice
Bring to the first session
Please wear comfortable loose clothing and socks. (No jeans and trainers, please)
** Please bring a packed lunch as food is not provided at the venue.** Tea, coffee and biscuits are available for purchase during breaks.
Extra study or practice
This is a one day course, no previous study is necessary.
How to enrol
You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on
01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email
adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.
Previous students say
Allan studied and practised Yang Tai Chi early in the 1980s and has continued studying Chinese philosophy through the writing of Lao Tzu. More recently, Allan studied the Eternal Spring Qi Gong and, with the blessing of his teacher, now passes on his experience, knowledge and learnings to you.
Additional Course Information
- Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
- Course fees over £133, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
- Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
- Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.
Specific Covid Considerations:
In the event of restrictions being reintroduced and if the class is remaining in the venue, you will be informed of further safety measures. If the lessons cannot take place because the tutor has to isolate or in the event of government-imposed restrictions or lockdowns, every effort will be made to reschedule the missed classes. If it is not possible to continue the course in the venue it will be continued online. If this is not possible we will refund the outstanding lessons.
To ensure Safe Practice during practical sessions:
- Class numbers are reduced to allow students to space apart.
- Students should work at separate tables or desks.
- Hand sanitiser will be available in all classrooms.
- You are responsible for sanitising your own workspace before and after each lesson, anti-bacterial wipes or spray will be provided by the tutor.
- Wearing a mask is a personal choice. Please respect the choices of your tutor and fellow students.
- Windows and doors left open to allow for room ventilation should not be adjusted by students.
- Sharing of equipment is discouraged, but if it is essential, please use the wipes / spray provided to clean between handling.
- Please make yourself aware of local guidance, particularly in community venues.
You must not attend the class if you show signs or symptoms of Covid-19, are awaiting results of a PCR Covid test, have been in close contact with a Covid-19 patient within 14 days or anyone who has been advised to self isolate for any reason. Please inform the ACRES' office, who will advise the tutor.
All tutors, students and visitors are encouraged to participate in rapid lateral flow testing in the interest of everybody's safety, however, this is not a mandatory requirement. Test kits are readily available locally or from the
gov website.
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
Allan offers a longer course with ACRES.
Please check our website for up to date information on all upcoming ACRES courses. Sign up to our
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Future steps beyond ACRES
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