Our classes
Tai Chi classes are held every Monday evening in Lewes, East Sussex at the Equilibrium Studio, 33 Cliffe High St, Lewes.
* Beginners classes:
5.15-6.15pm every Monday
* Intermediate classes (for students who have completed the first section
of the Short Form) & Advanced classes (for students who have completed
the Short Form) are also available on request
* Outdoor classes: 11.30am-12.30pm every Thursday/Friday (Spring to Autumn)
in Newhaven and 6.30-7.30pm every Monday in Lewes in July/August.
Our classes are co-operative rather than competitive - there are no grades or belts to achieve in Tai Chi, and the emphasis is on small amounts of regular practice.
A new 'posture'
is learned every week - in Tai Chi this is a series of fluid, flowing movements
rather than a static pose. We repeat the posture the following week, and when
everyone feels comfortable with it, we add another.
By the end of the first term you will have learned the first section of the Short Form. For some students this will be adequate, and will certainly be a useful introduction to the art of Tai Chi. Others may wish to learn more - normally the Short Form is taught in four terms.
There are extra
opportunities for revision classes, outdoor classes in the park, private tuition
and learning aids for students of all levels.
Although Tai Chi can eventually be used in self-defence, and our classes incorporate some of the practical applications, it is initially practiced for its health-giving benefits.
It is particularly useful for calming the mind and body, increasing alertness and body awareness, and for developing concentration and sensitivity. Tai Chi helps with balance and posture, and most students report a greater sense of 'groundedness'.
People of all ages and abilities can benefit from Tai Chi. No special equipment or uniform is needed, just wear loose, comfortable clothing to the first class, and flat-soled shoes if you have them (not trainers) although Tai Chi can be performed in socks or bare feet.
Students will
find that a couple of minutes daily practice at home greatly enhances appreciation
of the weekly classes. The entire short form takes about 12 minutes to practice.
What if I have special needs?
Our Newhaven classes are fully wheelchair accessible, and at all classes we teach people with seriously impaired vision (including students registered blind), with seriously impaired hearing (including students registered deaf, although regrettably we are unable to teach in sign language) and with mild learning difficulties. Please inform us beforehand if you have particular needs, and we will be glad to accommodate you.
For people with Acquired Brain Injury, there
is a special class at Headway Hurstwood Park, Newick, every Wednesday from
10.30am-12.30pm. For information about joining this class please call 01825
724323. For all other classes, please see below.
When does the next Tai Chi course begin?
Lewes classes from
9th January (10 weeks) Beginners
5.15-6.15pm Buy now
Newhaven classes (all levels)
from Thursday
12th
January
(6 weeks)
All levels 12noon-1.00pm
Buy now
Call 01273 470955 to book any class
Lewes Improvers & Advanced Classes: by invitation
Private lessons: By appointment Monday/Wednesday/Friday
External courses: by arrangement
Outdoor classes: in Newhaven on
Thursdays when weather is fine (for all levels); in Grange Gardens, Lewes
on Mondays in July & August (for past or current students only). Please
call for details.
How much does a Tai Chi course cost?
Monday evening classes: £75 per 10 week term
Thursday lunchtime classes: £42 per 6 week term (£36 Concs)
All terms incorporate
a half-term break.
Terms begin each January, April/May and September.
Private lessons: Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday Booking
now
£45 (60mins) £25 (30mins) - pay on the
day
External courses: by arrangement
Which class should I attend?
Lewes: Complete Beginners are welcome to attend the first level class at 5.15pm.
Beginners with
at least 20 hours tuition / experience and Improvers should attend ask about
the Improver level class.
Newhaven: All
levels are welcome to attend the Mixed Level Class at 12.00noon.
How do I join a Tai Chi course?
How
to book your place:
1) Use links above, or
2) Phone
01273 470955 (Monday-Saturday)
with credit/debit
card details or
3) Call in to
Equilibrium during office hours (Monday-Saturday)
or
4) Send cheque/ P.O. (please make cheques payable to Equilibrium Health
Centre) to:
Equilibrium,
16 Station St,
Lewes,
East Sussex BN7 2DB
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We hope you enjoy your Tai Chi. We aim to provide quality teaching in a safe, comfortable and peaceful environment. We hope that you find us approachable and friendly, and that you come to share our enthusiasm for this tranquil yet powerful martial art.
If you miss a class, don't worry - we always repeat the move the following week before moving on. If you prefer, we can arrange a private lesson to catch up on any missed classes. Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday afternoons.
When does the next Tai Chi course begin?