Stockport Tai Chi

Aligning our lives with the natural rhythm of the seasons is one of the most powerful gifts we can give our health and mental well-being. When we tune in to nature's cycles, our minds and bodies naturally follow suit.

​That’s why I’m excited to invite you to my Five Elements Qigong & Meditation Workshops—a series of five annual 2-hour immersions designed to help you reconnect, restore, and thrive year-round.

​What to Expect in Each 2-Hour Session:

​Seasonal Qigong Exercises: Gentle, restorative movement practices targeted to support your body through the specific energy of the current season.

​Guided Meditation: Deep relaxation to quiet the mind, release stress, and cultivate inner peace.

​Email Resource Pack: A post-workshop fact sheet and personal self-action plan sent straight to your inbox, complete with wholesome recipes for healthy snacks and warming drinks to nourish you at home.

​Next Up: The Metal Element Workshop

​Date: Sunday 18th October 2pm - 4pm.

​Focus: Cultivating Clarity & The Art of Letting Go

•booking and full details available at www.start-taichi.co.uk

• Limited Availability

​As autumn sets in, the Metal element teaches us how to clear away what no longer serves us, sharpen our mental focus, and make space for peace.

​Whether you want to support your physical vitality, lower your stress, or simply take two uninterrupted hours for yourself, this session offers a gentle space to reset.

🍂 Autumn is the perfect time to start Tai Chi & Qigong 🍂

My new 6-week beginners courses start next week in Glossop, Hyde, Marple and Stockport.

If you've been thinking about trying Tai Chi or Qigong, this is a great opportunity to give it a go.

No previous experience is needed — just come along, slow down, move your body and learn something new.

🌿 Glossop – Monday 7th September

🌿 Hyde – Wednesday 9th September

🌿 Stockport & Marple – Thursday 10th September
£42 for the full 6 weeks

The classes combine gentle Tai Chi, Qigong, breathing and relaxation, helping you develop balance, mobility, strength and a greater sense of calm.

If you'd like to join us this autumn, book your place now:

www.start-taichi.co.uk

🍁 New season. New energy. New beginning.

Please share with anyone who might enjoy giving Tai Chi & Qigong a try. ❤️

🌅 Why wait until tomorrow to begin finding a little more peace?

Charlie Brown says, “Tomorrow I will begin my journey toward inner peace.” Snoopy’s simple answer—“Why not begin today?”—is a wonderful reminder that we don’t need to wait for the perfect time to begin.

Tai Chi has taught me that peace isn’t necessarily something we find somewhere in the future. We can begin cultivating it right now—with a few quiet breaths, a few mindful movements, or simply by taking a little time for ourselves.

As Ralph Waldo Emerson said:

“Nothing can bring you peace but yourself.”

That journey doesn’t have to begin tomorrow. It can begin today. ☯️

💬 Who has just begun their Tai Chi journey? What are you enjoying most so far?

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This is fantastic news for Tai Chi and Qigong!

I was really interested to read this article in The Guardian about what has been described as the largest review of its kind into the benefits of Tai Chi and other traditional Chinese exercises.

The review looked at an enormous body of research, including 92 evidence reviews covering 1,744 randomised controlled trials. It found high-certainty evidence that traditional practices including Tai Chi, Qigong and other Chinese exercises can have significant benefits for people with musculoskeletal conditions.

Some of the findings highlighted include improvements in:

✅ Physical function and mobility
✅ Chronic pain and stiffness
✅ Mental health and wellbeing
✅ Sleep quality
✅ Bone mineral density

The research also suggested that the greatest benefits were seen with regular, long-term practice – particularly when people practised for more than six months, around three times a week, building towards approximately 150 minutes per week.

As someone who teaches both Tai Chi and Qigong, none of this comes as a surprise to me. Over the years, I have seen how regular weekly practice can benefit so many members of my classes. Of course, everyone's experience is different, but I've watched people become more confident in their movement, improve their balance and mobility, feel calmer and more relaxed, and simply enjoy feeling more connected to their bodies and to a supportive community.

Tai Chi and Qigong aren't about becoming an expert overnight. One of the wonderful things about them is that you can start gently and develop your practice over time. Consistency is what really matters.

If you've been thinking about giving Tai Chi or Qigong a try, I have new beginner's courses starting in early September. They are suitable for complete beginners, so you don't need any previous experience.

For full details of classes, dates and locations, and to book your place, please visit:

www.start-taichi.co.uk⁠

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/24/largest-review-of-its-kind-confirms-benefits-of-tai-chi-and-other-chinese-exercises

🌿 A wonderful weekend in the Lake District 🌿

I’ve just returned from another fantastic Tai Chi & Qigong retreat surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the Lake District.

A weekend of gentle movement, meditation, laughter, friendship and taking time to slow down, breathe and reconnect with nature.

It was wonderful to share the experience with such a lovely group of people. 💚

Thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the weekend so special. I’m already looking forward to our next retreat! 🙏☯️

🌿 Looking for a gentle way to improve your health and wellbeing this September?

I’m starting new 6-week Tai Chi & Qigong beginners’ courses in Glossop, Hyde, Marple Bridge and Stockport.

No experience or special fitness level is needed — just come along, slow down, learn something new and enjoy moving in a friendly, relaxed environment. 😊

Courses start in September. Places are limited.

👉 Book your place at www.start-taichi.co.uk

The "Post-Tai Chi Glow" is Real: What Happens 2 Hours Later 🌸

Ever wonder what actually happens inside your body right after a Tai Chi or Qigong class?

It is not just in your head. Within just a few hours, your biology completely shifts:

Immune Boost: Your body mobilizes key white blood cells (like lymphocytes) to patrol and protect.

Stress Melt: Cortisol levels plummet, switching your nervous system from "fight" to "rest."

Heart Happy: Blood vessels relax, naturally lowering blood pressure and improving circulation.

Brain Fog Cleared: Deep breathing floods your brain with oxygen, leaving you calm yet laser-focused.

You don't have to wait months for results. Mind-body practice rewires your cellular health before you even leave the class. 🌿

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🌿 Ready to feel healthier, calmer and more balanced? 🌿
Why not give Tai Chi & Qigong a try this September? 🧘‍♂️

My 6-week Beginners Courses are a gentle and enjoyable introduction to these ancient Chinese arts. No experience is needed, and you don't need to be super fit or flexible — just come along and enjoy moving, breathing and relaxing in a friendly group.

✨ Improve balance and mobility

✨ Reduce stress and tension

✨ Support strength and flexibility

✨ Learn simple movements you can practise at home

✨ Meet like-minded people and have fun!

📍 Glossop – Mondays, 7.30pm
📍 Hyde – Wednesdays, 6.30pm
📍 Marple Bridge – Thursdays, 9.00am
📍Stockport -
Thursdays 7.30pm

📅 Courses start in September

🎟️ Places are limited — book your place today!

📩 Message me for more information or to reserve your place.