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Welcome to the
Tai Chi Center of Madison

Tai Chi, is a slow, graceful Chinese exercise that enhances relaxation skills, mental focus and physical alignment while building leg strength, endurance and stability. Ideal for increasing stamina, flexibility and coordination, Tai Chi promotes efficiency of movement and economy of effort. Its principles apply to all activity. Tai Chi is a form of Qigong, a Chinese term for energy cultivation. Tai Chi practice incorporates principles for health of body, mind and spirit and harmony in human interactions.

2012, January - May

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New Drop-in Class!

Wednesday Community Drop-in Tai Chi  5:30 - 6:45 pm

Stillness & motion, mind and body connect with easily followed instruction for beginners, challenging practice for experienced students. Drop-in: $12. Open to all!

Gift Certificates 20% Off!

1) Choose your gift amount.  It can be any amount, but the following are common and convenient choices:

Fall Session 15 weeks, unlimited classes: $225 - 20% = $180

Fall Session 15 weeks, 1 class/week: $150 - 20% = $120

2) Send us:

• Recipients name

• Name and Address to which you want the gift mailed

• Check made out to:

Tai Chi Center of Madison, LLC

5313 Fairway Drive

Madison, WI  53711

3) We will mail the gift certificate promptly, but if the holidays are nearing and you want to be assured the gift will arrive on time, feel free to call 608-663-8299 and we can make special arrangements for last minute delivery!

2 for 1 New Student Memberships!

Dahn Energy Yoga is included with your membership!

Dahn Energy Yoga is a separate business whose classes are available to Tai Chi Center members via our regular registthrough a special arrangement with Mimi Millen's Dahn Energy Yoga.  Those interested only in Dahn Energy Yoga can also register directly with Mimi.

Dahn Energy Yoga Schedule and Information

 

Upcoming Workshops & Special Classes

 

Introduction to T'ai Chi, "Old School"

Thursday, January 5, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Challenge yourself with rigorous, demanding introductory tai chi training, including standing meditation, sustaining postures, tai chi principles and more. 

No registration necessary - just show up!  For more information 608-663-8299

Introduction to T'ai Chi, "Gentle Flow"

Monday, January 9, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Experience the quiet, nurturing beauty, gentle intensity and flowing movement that make tai chi unique among health practices. Discover what it can do for your health and happiness! 

No registration necessary - just show up!  For more information 608-663-8299

Introduction to T'ai Chi, "Fundamentals"

Wednesday, January 11, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Begin working on understanding and practicing the fundamentals of tai chi in this introductory class on Tricia Yu's Tai Chi Fundamentals® program.

No registration necessary - just show up! For more information 608-663-8299

Guo Lin Qigong for Cancer Care Workshop

Times TBA
Place: Tai Chi Center of Madison, 301 S. Bedford St.

Guo Lin Qi-gong was developed in China during 1960s specifically for cancer
care. Since then hundreds of thousands of Chinese cancer patients have benefited from this healing exercise. The gentle movements, easy postures, and unique breathing techniques bring a balance of energy flow – the end result is better health of the body and mind.

The workshops will be led by Colleen Lewis, a national board certified and state licensed acupuncturist since 2000 whose journey into Oriental Medicine began 20 years ago through the study of Taijiquan (T'ai Chi) and Qigong (Chinese therapeutic exercise).

Registration:
email doug@taichicenterofmadison.com (include Guo Lin in the subject line)
or call 608-663-8299 for more information.
Fee: Optional donation to be shared between the instructor and the center.