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Numerous studies have found that Tai Chi is one of the best forms of exercise for improving balance and reducing falls. The origin of the forms we'll be working with, Sun style is particularly well-suited for working with people who wish to improve their balance as it is more upright and uses smaller steps. The Centers for Disease Control and Injury Prevention (CDC), the Administration on Community Living (ACL) and the National Council on Aging (NCOA) have recognized Tai Chi for Arthritis—the same form we use but call Fall Prevention Tai Chi--as among the highest tier of most effective falls prevention programs for older adults.We'll learn forms that emphasize
* deliberate weight transference
* healthy posture
* relaxed breathing
* body awareness
* steps that improve balance and agility
We'll meet at 10 a.m. for eight Tuesdays, April 8 through May 27, at the Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse in Springfield, Vt. (21 Fairground Road). Classes are 60 minutes and will also be livestreamed via Zoom for those who can't make it to the Meetinghouse, and recordings will be posted afterwards once they're available.
This session we'll be working our way through the Level 3 movements of the Fall Prevention Tai Chi sequence. You don't need to have learned levels 1 and 2 to join us (though any prior tai chi experience is always useful). We'll be exploring practicing both standing and seated, so if being on your feet for an extended time is challenging for you, you can join us right from your chair!
Follow the URL to register. The "online" option will get you the Zoom link if you'll be joining remotely. If you would like to attend classes live at the Springfield UU Meetinghouse, please be sure to register for the "in person" option as space is limited.
Plan to wear comfortable clothing and closed-heel and -toe shoes for practice, have a full water bottle with you, and let me know if you have any additional questions I can answer. I look forward to practicing with you!
This Tai Chi Vermont class series is supported by Senior Solutions
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Unitarian Universalist Church in Springfield, VT, 21 Fairground Rd, Springfield, VT 05156-2148, United States,Springfield, Vermont
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