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Happy Tai Chi Healthy Ageing HappyTaiChi – A lifetime of happy joints & happy minds…
Move with strength. Heal with intention. Connect with calm. Flexibility. Balance. Aerobic conditioning.

I’m Tara—Chen Tai Chi teacher sharing mindful movement to ease pain, reduce stress, and restore balance, strength, and wellbeing. Mind | Body Health | For All Ages

Muscle strength. Tai chi can improve both lower-body strength and upper-body strength. When practiced regularly, tai chi can be comparable to resistance training and brisk walking. "Although you aren't working with weights or resistance bands, the unsupported arm exercise involved in tai chi strengthens your upper body," says internist Dr. Gloria Yeh, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School. "Tai chi strengthens both the lower and upper extremities and also the core muscles of the back and abdomen." Tai chi can boost upper- and lower-body flexibility as well as strength. Tai chi improves balance and, according to some studies, reduces falls. Proprioception — the ability to sense the position of one's body in space — declines with age. Tai chi helps train this sense, which is a function of sensory neurons in the inner ear and stretch receptors in the muscles and ligaments. Tai chi also improves muscle strength and flexibility, which makes it easier to recover from a stumble. Fear of falling can make you more likely to fall; some studies have found that tai chi training helps reduce that fear. Depending on the speed and size of the movements, tai chi can provide some aerobic benefits. If your clinician advises a more intense cardio workout with a higher heart rate than tai chi can offer, you may need something more aerobic as well.

Have you ever wondered if Tai Chi might be for you? ☯️You don’t need to be fit, flexible or experienced to begin.This au...
30/08/2026

Have you ever wondered if Tai Chi might be for you? ☯️

You don’t need to be fit, flexible or experienced to begin.
This autumn at Happy Tai Chi, I’m offering a gentle Tai Chi Meditation & Basics workshop where you can slow down, learn some of the foundations of Tai Chi and explore posture, breathing, balance, relaxation and mindful movement.
It is a lovely starting point if you have been curious about Tai Chi but haven’t quite taken that first step.
☯️ Your first step: join the Tai Chi Meditation & Basics workshop.

And if you would like to go further and experience traditional Chen Tai Chi, you can combine it with the Chen Tai Chi 18 Form workshop afterwards.
👉 View the autumn classes and workshops and book your place:
Have you ever wondered if Tai Chi might be for you? ☯️
You don’t need to be fit, flexible or experienced to begin.
This autumn at Happy Tai Chi, I’m offering a gentle Tai Chi Meditation & Basics workshop where you can slow down, learn some of the foundations of Tai Chi and explore posture, breathing, balance, relaxation and mindful movement.
It is a lovely starting point if you have been curious about Tai Chi but haven’t quite taken that first step.
☯️ Your first step: join the Tai Chi Meditation & Basics workshop.

And if you would like to go further and experience traditional Chen Tai Chi, you can combine it with the Chen Tai Chi 18 Form workshop afterwards.
👉 View the autumn classes and workshops and book your place:
happytaichi.club - Classes

What if one hour of slowing down could help you move better? Tai Chi begins with something deceptively simple: learning ...
27/08/2026

What if one hour of slowing down could help you move better?

Tai Chi begins with something deceptively simple: learning how to stand, breathe, relax and become more aware of how your body moves.

In my Tai Chi Meditation & Basics workshop we explore standing meditation, alignment, balance, gentle joint mobility and relaxed movement.

These are also skills that become increasingly valuable as we get older.

For me, healthy ageing isn't about doing less — it's about continuing to move, learn and gently challenge ourselves.

☯️ New to Tai Chi? Start with Meditation & Basics.
☯️ Want to learn Chen Tai Chi too? Add the Chen 18 Form workshop and enjoy both.

👉 Book here:
happytaichi.offeringtree.com/offerings

Or send me a message if you would like to know more.

What is one of the biggest fears many people have as they get older?Losing their mobility. Losing their balance. Losing ...
04/06/2026

What is one of the biggest fears many people have as they get older?

Losing their mobility. Losing their balance. Losing the confidence to walk freely and independently.

The good news is that our bodies are designed to move. They adapt remarkably well when we practise movement regularly. The earlier we invest in our mobility, balance, flexibility, and strength, the greater the rewards in later life.

Tai Chi is much more than exercise. It is a practice of awareness that helps you reconnect with your body, improve balance, increase flexibility, strengthen your legs, and move with greater confidence and ease.

Many people begin Tai Chi because they want to stay active. They continue because they discover how good it feels to move well, stand tall, and trust their body again.

Do not wait until mobility becomes a challenge. Start building the habits today that your future self will thank you for.

Whether you are completely new to Tai Chi or returning after a break, why not come along and experience it for yourself?

Join a Happy Tai Chi class today and take the first step towards better balance, mobility, flexibility, and wellbeing.

Book your place here:
https://happytaichi.offeringtree.com/offering_packages

https://happytaichi.offeringtree.com/offerings

Your body is made to move. Let Tai Chi help you keep it that way.

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Your Tai Chi journey can begin today.”

23/03/2026

A special World Tai Chi Day moment: Grandmaster Chen Zhenglei leading the Chen 18 Form with grace, precision, and deep internal power. ☯️

A Gentle Introduction to Tai Chi — Step Through the DoorSunday 22 March | 2 pm – 4 pmFive Ashes Village Hall Five Ashes ...
20/03/2026

A Gentle Introduction to Tai Chi — Step Through the Door
Sunday 22 March | 2 pm – 4 pm
Five Ashes Village Hall Five Ashes
East Sussex TN20 6JA

Have you ever been curious about Tai Chi… and wondered what it actually feels like to try it?

This workshop is a simple and welcoming way to find out.
You do not need any experience.
You do not need to be flexible or fit.
You simply need a willingness to explore something new.

This Meditation and Chen Tai Chi Taster Workshop is designed for beginners - a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, breathe, and gently connect with your body.

Together, we will explore:
Simple, easy-to-follow Tai Chi movements
Standing meditation to help you relax and reset
Gentle guidance on posture, balance, and breathing
How to move with less tension and more ease
There is no pressure to get anything “right.”
This is not about perfection — it is about experience.

As you move through the session, you may begin to notice:
A sense of calm replacing busyness
Your body feels lighter and more relaxed
Your mind is becoming clearer and quieter
A natural improvement in balance and awareness

Tai Chi is often described as “meditation in motion”…
And this workshop is your opportunity to experience that for yourself.

Think of it as opening a door —
and simply taking a gentle step inside.

If this feels like something you would enjoy, you are warmly invited to join us.

You can reserve your place through the booking link.
https://happytaichi.offeringtree.com/offerings/standing-meditation-and-chen-18-form-practice-workshop

A few simple things to bring:
Comfortable clothing
A bottle of water
And an open mind
Arriving a few minutes early will help you settle in, and you might enjoy giving your phone a little break while you enjoy this time for yourself.
I look forward to welcoming you and sharing this gentle introduction to Tai Chi.

Warmly,
Tara TM
Happy Tai Chi

The Year of the Fire Horse: How This Chinese New Year Influences You
17/02/2026

The Year of the Fire Horse: How This Chinese New Year Influences You

Meidtation

17/02/2026
17/02/2026

Happy Chinese New Year.

As we welcome the Year of the Fire Horse, may you move through life as you move through Tai Chi, grounded in your stance, fluid in your transitions, and powerful without force.

Let your energy rise like fire, yet remain guided by calm awareness. Step forward with courage, pivot with wisdom, and when life changes direction, shift your weight smoothly and continue the flow.

May this year bring strong roots, an open heart, a clear mind, and unstoppable forward momentum.

Ride the Fire Horse with balance and grace.
Gong Xi Fa Cai. 🔥🐎🧧

The surprising health benefits of Tai Chi
26/01/2026

The surprising health benefits of Tai Chi

Dr Michael Mosley explains how the ancient Chinese martial art can improve your health.

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