T'ai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung
These are "Internal Arts" rooted in the healing, meditational and martial traditions of China. They make use of relaxation, meditation, breathing and postural techniques to help the student develop balancing and harmonious movements.
Chi Kung
Is an umbrella term for a variety of exercises. It involves learning individual, or short sets of gentle meditative movements, for health and cultivating positive energy. The key difference between Chi Kung and T'ai Chi Chuan classes is that there is no work on a T'ai Chi form.
T'ai Chi Chuan
Can be translated as "Supreme Ultimate Fist". It is a martial art; the full system includes individual exercises, empty hand sequences, weapons forms and partner work. The emphasis is on harmonising the mind, body and internal energy, rather than just using muscular strength; so it can be practised by people of all abilities and ages. Potential students are very welcome and classes can be adapted according the student's specific needs.
Classes
Faradena is an instructor for "Grey Heron Internal Arts" and is a recognised instructor with the "Tai Chi Union for Great Britain" and the "Tai Chi & Chi Kung Forum for Health". She teaches mainstream and adapted classes.
Private Classes I teach private classes for small groups of people (2 - 5 students) You may be one of my existing students who wishes to work on techniques that you have learned in your class, or you may be a small group of people who wish to learn some T'ai Chi Chuan or Chi Kung for Health. I charge £35 per hour for a class with additional costs for petrol. For individuals who wish to learn T'ai Chi Chuan privately, I recommend you contact Mike Tabrett via the Grey Heron Website.
Workshops For organisations or groups who would like me to run a workshop or a short course for their members I am happy to discuss your needs. The minimum charge for this is £35 per hour, with additional costs for travel.
T'ai Chi Chuan Classes for 2011/2012
Rhythm & Moves! Mondays at the Arbury Community centre Campkin road Cambridge
This class is now run by Inspire Wellbeing Through Arts group
10 am - 12 pm A seated T'ai Chi based exercise class with a musical twist. For over 18's with moderate to severe learning and multiple disabilities, wheelchair users with learning disabilities very welcome. Please come with a carer. Lil Middleton will be assisting.
£6.50 per class, payable in 10-14 week terms (no charge for helpers/carers). Includes tea/coffee for all participants. Participants are welcome to bring their own musical instruments. Class restarts on the 16th January 2012, last class of term is the 13th August 2012.
Contact Inspire for more information
Inspire
2a Cambridge Road,
Milton,
CB24 6AW.
Telephone: 01223 441106
Email: admin@inspire.org.uk
St Ivo School
Starts: Monday 16th January 2012
Chi Kung
7.00pm - 7.50pm
Chi Kung for Health & Relaxation
7.15pm - 8.15 pm £52 per 10 week term (£45 concessions)
T'ai Chi Short Form Beginners
7.15 - 9 pm £79 per 10 week term (£60 concessions)
During the summer term, if the weather is good, we may train outside so please make sure you dress accordingly. To book a place please call St Ivo School on 01480 495717 or book online http://www.aclearning.org.uk
Linton Village College
Restarts Tuesday 10th January 2012
10 week course
6.30-8pm Beginners T'ai Chi Chuan 24 Step
8-8.30pm Improvers class, this term concentrates on learning the Tai Chi broadsword.
Please ring the office (01223 89123) or send an email for more information Website
Wednesday 11-12pm Mature and Active East Cambridgeshire T'ai Chi Exercise Class
Restarts 11th January 2012
For the over 55's
11am - 12pm
Located at the Burwell Sports Centre, Burwell Cambridgeshire.
Tea/coffee included.
Please call Steve or Jan on 1638 742 125 for more information.
Wednesday 2-3pm Mature and Active East Cambridgeshire T'ai Chi Exercise Class
For the over 55's
2pm - 3pm
Located at the Peers Ross Leisure Centre, Soham CB7 5HP.
Tea/coffee and biscuits included.
Please call the centre on 01353 665555, visit the Peers Ross website, or lewis.bage@eastcambs.gov.uk for more information.
Thursday Mature and Active East Cambridgeshire
For the over 55's
9am-12pm
Located at the Paradise Leisure Centre Ely
£3 for 3 hours of sport including badminton, table tennis, short tennis, squash, keep fit, T'ai Chi and a cup of tea of coffee!
T'ai Chi Principles 10.10 am - 11 am
Please call Lewis Bage on 01353 665555 or lewis.bage@eastcambs.gov.uk for more information.
All Mature & Active T'ai Chi students receive (including students at Burwell and Soham) a free T'ai Chi handbook as part of the classes, ask Lewis for more details.
T'ai Chi Chuan 24 Step Class - Burwell Sports Centre
Thursdays 6-7.30pm
Starts 12th January 2012
£30 per 5 week term if paid in advance otherwise £7 members and £8.50 non members.
Please call Steve or Jan on 01638 742 125 for more information.
Classes
Faradena is an instructor for "Grey Heron Internal Arts" and is a recognised instructor with the "Tai Chi Union for Great Britain" and the "Tai Chi & Chi Kung Forum for Health". She teaches mainstream and adapted classes.
Private classes My current private T'ai Chi Chuan students include the following: professional musicians, individuals with Parkinson's disease,osteoporosis, individuals with severe and complex learning difficulties and/or challenging behaviour, people with mobility issues.
I teach private classes for small groups of people (2 - 5 students) as well as individuals. You may be one of my existing students who wishes to work on techniques that you have learned in your class, or you may be a small group of people who wish to learn some T'ai Chi Chuan or Chi Kung for Health. I charge £35 per hour for a class with additional costs for petrol. For individuals who are beyond beginner stage and heading towards intermediate and wish to learn T'ai Chi Chuan privately, I recommend you contact Mike Tabrett via the Grey Heron Website.
Workshops
For organisations or groups who would like me to run a workshop or a short course for their members I am happy to discuss your needs. The minimum charge for this is £35 per hour, with additional costs for travel.
For information about classes around Cambridgeshire look at the Grey Heron Internal Arts website: www.grey-heron.com