Tai chi grand master Sufang Miao was sent by the Chinese government to share her knowledge of the traditional exercise.Ms Miao is an internationally recognised grand master of tai chi and she wants to spread her knowledge in New Zealand. She runs the Taichi and Wushu Academy Trust in Sunnybrae and Northcote.
The lessons are free.
Miao's Taiji Studio holds a class at Sunnybrae Normal Primary School from 7pm to 8pm on Monday and 8pm to 9pm on Thursday. Morning exercise classes are at the basketball court behind Northcote Library from 7.30am from Monday to Saturday. Classes are free.
The therapeutic value of tai chi has been known to Chinese people for thousands of years.
Western medical practices are now recommending patients who have had falls or strokes to practise the ancient art.
Tai chi is covered under ACC for those aged over 65 or 55 for Maori and Pacific people.
Tai chi is known for its ability to maintain health and prevention of illness when practised daily for half an hour. It can help improve concentration and relaxation, improves balance and co-ordination.
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