Tai Chi - Qi Gong (UC08N67E)
Become more relaxed, balanced and energised by practising the ancient Chinese art of Qi Gong and Tai Chi. A course to increase health and wellness.
Course overview
Stretch and strengthen your mind and body using movement, breath, self-massage, and focused intent.
The health benefits and positive impact of Qi Gong and the ancient Chinese arts are only now beginning to be understood by modern medicine. Get into your body and the present moment with this course.
Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.
When
Tuesday, 7:00pm - 8:30pm from 3rd May 2022 until 5th July 2022 for 8 weeks.
No class - 31st May (half term). 7th & 14th June 2022
Cost
The full fee is £79.00.
The concessionary fee is £43.00.
What you already need to know
No experience is required, just a curiosity to learn and a willingness to give it a go. Suitable for complete beginners and those with some experience alike.
Please note: You will be asked to complete a pre-course health questionnaire before the first session.
What you will learn
You cover the eight silk brocade moves leading to the Qi Gong Eternal Spring routines that you can take away and practice at home or come back and develop further.
Allan likes to share some of the philosophy of Daoism (Taoism), the history and connections of this ancient art and its relevance today.
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 and comfortable footwear. (No jeans, please).
If good weather conditions permit, and with group agreement, some sessions of this course may take place outdoors.
Extra study or practice
You may find it beneficial to do just a few minutes of practice every day or when you have time.
About the tutor
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.
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.
Additional Course Information
- Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
- 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:
From 24th February, following the government's announcement removing all domestic restrictions in England, we ask that you follow the published
HSA guidelines.
Asymptomatic testing will no longer be required to attend classes. However, we strongly suggest if you do have symptoms of Covid-19, you do not attend your class and follow guidelines found on
www.NHS.uk.
We ask individuals to continue to respect the personal choices of their tutor and fellow students.
- ACRES will continue to supply hand sanitisers in all classrooms
- Students will still be able to work social distanced or on separate tables if this is their choice
- Sharing of equipment will continue to be kept to a minimum, and wipes/spray provided for cleaning being handling
- Tutors and students may or may not choose to wear face coverings
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
The course will continue in September 2022. 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
Find out about other courses with the
National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.
