Tai chi walk for Sport Relief

As I mentioned in a previous post, I will be taking part in a "tai chi walk" at 10am on 19 March in aid of Sport Relief. It will take place in the Festival Gardens in Liverpool. If you would like to take part, either as a tai chi walker or to volunteer as a marshal, contact Angela Howarth.

For those who don't know, the "tai chi walk" is a nickname for the way you step in both Parting the Wild Horse's Mane and Brush Knee and Twist. The picture is of us doing this at the last World Tai Chi Day. It takes a lot longer than walking the same distance, so instead of a mile we will only be doing 0.5km.

Even if you don't take part please sponsor me and the rest of the team on Angela's Sport Relief page.

Inclusive sport and activity day for 7-14 year olds

I'm looking forward to taking part in an inclusive sport and activity day for children with additional needs. There will be a number of activities going on including tai chi/qigong.

Tomorrow's classes cancelled :(

Hi everyone. I'm afraid both morning and evening classes tomorrow at the Tesco Leigh Extra Community Space are cancelled. Not my fault this time - there is a problem with the lights in the room and we would have to do tai chi in the dark!

Luminous Landscapes pictures

As promised, here are some pictures of last night's Luminous Landscape event. The evening started with rain which soon cleared up and I had a fantastic time doing tai chi and qigong with Angela Howarth and students as well as fellow instructor Steve Kennedy. We also had time to have a look round and enjoy the rest of the event.

Upcoming tai chi events in the Northwest

There is lots happening so I thought it was time to give you an update. To start with, from today to Saturday there is a Luminous Landscapes Spring Festival of Light at the Festival Gardens in Liverpool. I will be joining Angela Howarth of Angela's Tai Chi School in luminous tai chi demonstrations. Unfortunately, this event is ticketed and has been fully booked, but I will hopefully have some pictures to share later.

Saturday 27 February. One-day Taiji Kungfu Fan workshop in Aigburth, Liverpool. Fan techniques and the first section of the form. If you are interested in taking up the fan, this is a great opportunity. Contact Angela for details and to book.

Saturday 12 March 10am-1pm. Applications and push hands workshop in Aigburth Liverpool. Contact Angela for details and to book.

Saturday 19 March. Health qigong with Master Faye Li Yip in Stockport. There will be Daoyin Yangsheng Gong 12 in the morning and Five animals in the afternoon. You can go to either or both. Contact Terri Goron to book - details here.

Saturday 19 March. Sponsored tai chi walk for Sports Relief in Festival Gardens Liverpool. Contact Angela if you would like to take part or help out as a marshal.

Sunday 3 April. 24 step form with Master Faye Li Yip in Denshaw, Oldham. Contact Phil Garside for details.

Saturday 30 April. World Tai Chi and Qigong Day. Come and join me and other instructors in the Festival Gardens in Liverpool.

Sunday 29 May. Daoyin Yangsheng Gong 12 Health Qigong with Master Faye Li Yip in Denshaw, Oldham. Contact Phil Garside for details.

Happy Chinese New Year!

Gōng xĭ fā cái! Welcome to the Year of the Monkey. I hope it brings you health, wealth and happiness. I've just got back from a weekend of tai chi, fun and celebrations with the Deyin Taijiquan Institute.

Thanks to Rene Carlton for the pictures of monkeys from the Longleat Festival of Light.

Tonight's class cancelled :(

Hi everyone.

I'm afraid I'm going to have to cancel tonight's class. I've gone down with a sudden bug and I think it's best if I don't come along and infect you all. The onset was very fast so I am hoping it will go away just as fast. I should be better in time for Wednesday's classes and definitely for the Chinese New Year celebrations in Telford this weekend.

All the best
Jane