Introduction to Tai Chi & Qigong
A taster class for complete beginners, introducing Tai Chi & Qigong practice in an accessible, step by step way.
Sunday 11th August 2019 – 10:30am to 12:30pm
Arlington Baths, Reading Room, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow, G3 6DT
£20 (£15 low income)
6 Week Beginners Courses – August / September 2019
This is an introductory course for complete beginners. Students will learn a thorough and systematic Tai Chi & Qigong syllabus, giving a foundation to attend regular classes and develop their own practice. Many students have repeated this course to consolidate the practice before moving on to follow-on / intermediate classes.
Students can attend classes on different days if unable to make the same class each week
Thursdays from 15th August 2019 – 6pm to 7:15pm
In The Moment Centre, 72 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7DS (2nd Floor)
6 Weeks – £65 (£55 low income)
Wednesdays from 28th August – 10:30am to 11:45am
Arlington Baths, Reading Room, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow, G3 6DT
4 Weeks – £45 (£40 low income)
Saturdays from 14th September – 10:30am to 11:45am
Arlington Baths, Reading Room, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow, G3 6DT
5 Weeks – £55 (£50 low income)
6 Week Follow-On Courses – August 2019
This beginners / regulars class leads on from the introductory course, offering revision and refinement of the foundation exercises, and consolidation and progression through the 37 Form sequence.
Wednesdays from 14th August 2019 – 7:00pm to 8:15pm
Arlington Baths, Reading Room, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow, G3 6DT
Thursdays from 15th August 2019 – 10:30am to 11:45am
Arlington Baths, Reading Room, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow, G3 6DT
£65 (£55 low income)
6 Week Intermediate Course – August / September 2019
These classes allow students to progress further in their practice over a series of themed 6 week terms. Each block will focus on a different aspect of the practice – including standing, bodywork and movement exercises, form practice, qigong and partnerwork.
Thursdays from 15th August 2019 – 7:30pm to 9pm
In The Moment Centre, 72 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7DS (2nd Floor)
£65 (£55 low income)
Saturdays from 14th September – 12noon to 1:30pm
Arlington Baths, Reading Room, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow, G3 6DT
5 Weeks – £55 (£50 low income)
Bookings and Payment
Advance booking is preferred, as spaces are limited. Payment can be made by cheque, cash or BACS (bank transfer). For further information, contact Alan – alan.skirving@gmail.com
Cancellations
Cancellations made up to 48 hours before the start of the course will receive a full refund, and thereafter 50% refund.
Flexible Attendance
Students can attend beginners classes on different days if unable to make the same class each week. Missed classes can be made up anytime within the current block, but cannot be carried over into a new block.
Follow-on and intermediate students can attend unlimited classes over the block if they wish.
What to bring to class
Tai Chi & Qigong can be practised in any comfortable clothing that you can move freely in, with or without shoes. Flat soled shoes are generally better, as they help you feel the connection with the ground. Please bring suitable indoor footwear if intending to practice with shoes on. You may want to bring some water to drink during breaks.