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8/3-12/30: Beginning Tai Chi (Rhino's Gym)


Date: 2009-07-31, 12:22AM MDT
Reply to: taichiabq@gmail.com [Errors when replying to ads?]


Hello Everyone,
I am holding beginning tai chi classes at Rhino's Gym (1417 Central Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87106) that are open to the community Starting in August. I will be holding these classes on Mondays and Wednesday evenings at 5:00pm. Monthly rates will be $60 and individual classes are $10. We will be covering the basic movements involved in tai chi as well as stretches and general relaxation. If you have any questions, please email taichiabq@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you!


What is Tai Chi?
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese system of slowly flowing movements and shifts of balance that strengthens the legs while conditioning the tendons and ligaments of the ankles, knees, and hips, increasing their range of motion and making them more resilient, less prone to injury. The constant weight shifts train balance and body awareness, leading to confident ease of movement within the form and in everyday life. Tai Chi is a physical exercise that focuses the mind, while conditioning the body. Practicing twenty minutes a day dissipates stress and reduces stress-related debilities, increases stamina, and strengthens the body and will.

Why do Tai Chi?
Western Science recognizes the following benefits of practicing Tai Chi: better sense of balance, increased oxygen uptake and utilization (more efficient breathing), reduced blood pressure, slower declines in cardiovascular power, increased bone density, increased strength and range of motion of joints, greater leg strength, knee strength, and flexibility, reduced levels of stress hormones during and after practice, improved immune function, and heightened mood states.


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