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TAI CHI Pilates (500 x 300 px).png Welcome to Tai Chi at Huntley Village Hall ​ Contact Nikki Beard Email: nicola@theshibashisanctuary.com Message: 07721262564 Website: www.theshibashisanctuary.com Book an Introductory Class: www.theshibashisanctuary.com/classes ​ What is Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi? Qigong: Qigong (also called Chi Kung) is a 4,000-year-old Chinese health practice designed to keep your body and mind in balance. “Qi” means energy. “Gong” means work or skill. Together, they mean working with your body’s natural energy to improve health, vitality, and emotional wellbeing. Through slow, fluid movements, relaxed breathing, and mindful focus, Qigong helps you release stress, boost your energy, and support your body’s ability to heal. It’s simple, adaptable, and can be practised by anyone, anywhere. What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi Chan (also called Taijiquan) is a traditional Chinese internal martial art, best known today for its slow, flowing movements. Originally developed for self-defence, it’s now widely practised as a form of gentle exercise that improves balance, flexibility, and mental focus. The movements are performed in a continuous sequence, with an emphasis on posture, breathing, and a calm, mindful state. Many people use Tai Chi to reduce stress, support joint health, and improve overall wellbeing. How Tai Chi and Qigong Connect: While Tai Chi can be practised purely as physical movement, its deeper benefits come from combining it with the energy and breathwork of Qigong. Qigong is the foundation of Tai Chi, it helps you develop awareness of your body’s internal energy and teaches you to move in harmony with your breath. Practising Qigong alongside Tai Chi can help you learn Tai Chi more easily, feel its health benefits more quickly, and access the meditative, stress-reducing aspects of the practice. What is Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi? Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi is one of the most accessible forms of Qigong. It combines sets of 18 gentle, flowing movements based on Tai Chi principles, each linked with relaxed breathing. This practice can help you: Reduce stress and anxiety Improve circulation and digestion Support lung health and breathing Increase flexibility and balance Feel calmer, more focused, and more energised It’s easy to learn, gentle on the joints, and can be done standing or seated, making it suitable for all ages and abilities. No mat required. Wear comfortable clothing.