Tai Chi

An art embracing the mind, body and spirit – Originating in ancient China, tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn and soon delivers its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey.
Tai Chi at it's core is a martial art. However it is done in a gentle and mindful way. It is a fantastic way to incorporate movement, balance, flexibility and coordination in a way that is gentle to the body, yet powerful in the benefits. Like many martial arts, there are several styles of Tai Chi. The style taught in this class is Yang Style Short Form with opportunity for Long Form in advanced classes.
Why Tai Chi?
Tai Chi is an extremely interesting and enjoyable art form. Even better, it’s easy to practice. The requirements for equipment and space are absolutely minimal and the exercises can be practiced almost anywhere. Most importantly, the benefits of Tai Chi are immediately apparent to anyone who participates in it.
It's for all ages
Tai Chi is a gentle art. So much so that people of almost any age or physical condition can undertake it.
Strength and Endurance
Tai Chi has proven to be an exercise with significant benefits in the areas of balance, upper- and lower-body muscular strength and endurance, and upper- and lower-body flexibility, particularly in older adults.
Stress Relief
The breathing, movement, and mental concentration required of individuals who practice Tai Chi are the perfect distraction from their hectic lifestyles.
Joint Health
Many forms of ordinary exercise subject the shoulders, knees, the back and other joints to ill-conceived, repetitive, unnatural movements. Through practicing Tai Chi, one can fully grasp the importance of proper postures and movements to protect and strengthen the practitioner’s joints for long-term, repetitive practice.
Internal Organ Health
Tai Chi’s fluid spiraling and bending movements, as well as its breathing and meditation components, massage the internal organs and release them from damaging constrictions brought about by stress, poor posture, and difficult working conditions. It also aids the exchange of gases in the lungs and help the digestive system to work better.

Classes are held at The Fitness and Aquatic Center in New Prague. Classes are free to members.
Non-Member:
**In District**
Adult - $12
Senior - $10
Student - $6
**Out of District**
Adult - $15
Senior - $12
Student - $8