November Newsletter

"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be."- Lao Tzu

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Join us for this month's

Time in the Art

Five Excellences

Tai Chi: Insights and Exploration

Monday, November 18, 2024

1 - 2 p.m. EDT

Hosted by Anna Teeples with a Panel of Senior Teachers: Margaret Olmsted & Vanessa Costigan

Join us for an engaging forum where we will explore the foundational principles of tai chi with expert teachers. Discover how concepts like relaxation, straightness, balance, and harmony enhance the flow of tai chi and enrich your practice. Whether you are new to tai chi or an experienced practitioner, this forum will provide valuable insights and thought-provoking discussion.

Come deepen your understanding of how tai chi can promote physical and mental well-being.

All are welcome to participate and contribute to this inspiring conversation.

Open to all students and teachers.

This class is FREE for TCF members and $20 for non-members.

Click Here to Register

Time in the Art is a series of monthly classes taught by TCF teachers that explore topics including tai chi principles and Professor Cheng Man Ch’ing’s Five Excellences. Classes are suitable for all levels of students.

Join TCF for the last few days of our

28-Day White Crane Breathing Qigong Practice

Harmonizing with Autumn

and the Metal Element

October 13 – November 9, 2024

Click HERE to view White Crane Breathing qigong moves.

Thinking about trying tai chi? Know someone who is?

TCF Monthly Online Open Houses provide a great first step.

On the first of each month, TCF hosts free Open House classes. These half-hour introductory sessions are convenient for anyone who is curious about studying tai chi or qigong and would like to learn more about the Tai Chi Foundation.

Start or rekindle your tai chi journey!

Click Here to learn more and to register.

COMING SOON!

The Art of Calm: Qigong for Stress & Resilience

Join TCF on December 8 for a one-hour virtual retreat designed to help you reduce stress through the ancient practices of qigong and meditation. Together, we'll explore what stress is, how it manifests in the body, and engage in guided practices to cultivate inner peace. This session offers a gentle introduction to tools that ease the mind and calm the body, helping you navigate stress with greater resilience and balance.

Presented by

Greg Woodson, Senior Tai Chi Instructor

Ian Lopez, Board Certified Health Coach and Tai Chi Instructor

Cost:

Members: $25

Non-members: $35

CLICK HERE

to learn more and register

Join us in growing the Tai Chi Foundation of tomorrow.

Your donation to our year-end fundraiser makes a huge difference!

Whether you've recently joined an online or in-person class, found inspiration through our blog, or attended a free Open House or one of our retreats, we’re grateful to have you as part of this extraordinary community.

As the Tai Chi Foundation (TCF) enters its 50th year, your support is more crucial than ever. With your help, we can broaden our mission to improve health and balance worldwide. Please consider helping us meet our $15,000 fundraising goal. Any sized donation makes a difference.

CLICK HERE to learn what your contribution will support, or use the button below to donate.

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Wherever you are, TCF keeps you connected to tai chi!

Explore a variety of class options—live, online, and on-demand—to support your practice.

Join a Free Weekly Qigong Session

Ongoing qigong classes teach simple movements that restore energy and cultivate a calm, grounded state as a natural way of being. Classes are available for beginners and advanced students alike. Click here and then on "Qigong" in the menu.

Using a mobile phone? Click "Online Classes" in the homepage dropdown menu, then "Live Online Classes." Scroll to the bottom to find "Qigong."

Find a School Near You!

More than 300 TCF-affiliated instructors teach tai chi in 30 cities worldwide, offering a variety of classes. Click below to discover a school in your area.

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Learning Tai Chi is always just a click away!

TCF's free video library is available 24/7 to support your practice. Click here to explore videos on tai chi and qigong and a demonstration of the Sword Form. Our Tai Chi Basics program explains some key concepts and terms.

Live Online Tai Chi Classes for All

Levels

Whether you're just beginning tai chi or have years of experience, TCF provides classes designed to help you grow your practice. Explore your options here.

THE TCF BLOG

Understanding the Many Benefits of

Tai Chi and Qigong

Why is Tai Chi also for 30-Year-Olds?

By Mike Barkham

A lot has been written about the health benefits of tai chi. Unfortunately, too often, the focus is strictly on its physical health benefits and their importance to older people.

However, many 30-year-olds increasingly worry about their mental and emotional well-being. Mental health is reported to be one of their highest concerns because they recognize the potential for being overwhelmed and burnt out from an overfull and overbusy life.

By helping younger people deal better with these stresses, tai chi could be a lifesaver – perhaps even literally.

Read It Now to learn how tai chi can support the stress management and mental health of people of all ages.

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Our on-demand courses are convenient for launching or enriching your tai chi journey.

TCF members save 5%! See below for details.

Venture into the art of tai chi or elevate your practice with TCF's on-demand Teachable Courses. Led by experienced instructors, these courses cater to all levels of students and are designed to enhance and inspire. Click each title to learn more.

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Disclaimer: All material in this email is provided for educational purposes only. The Tai Chi Foundation Inc. does not directly or indirectly practice medicine or provide medical advice, and nothing in this newsletter is a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your doctor regarding the applicability of any opinions or recommendations with respect to your symptoms or medical condition.