Tai Chi-Intermediates @ Cotswold CC
This course is available for enrolment.
Course code: H16C
A course building on beginners' techniques and offering a deeper and more internal understanding and practice of tai chi.
- when
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From 21 Apr 2026
to 14 Jul 2026
Tue 09:30-11:00 12 weeks- Date
- 21 Apr 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 28 Apr 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 05 May 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 12 May 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 19 May 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 02 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 09 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 16 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 23 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 30 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 07 Jul 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Date
- 14 Jul 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 11:00
- Tutor
- Nen Crosby
Dursley Rd
Shirehampton
Bristol
BS11 9XH
- who
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Bristol Adult Learning
0117 903 8844
Description
<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="background-color:white"><span style="color:#212529">This course is designed for those who have prior experience of Tai Chi and are familiar with its fundamental principles. We will cover sets 1-28 of the Chen Style Form. </span></span></span></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="background-color:white"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><span style="color:#212529">Please note: if you are enrolling on the course starting in September, there will be no session on 09/12/25.</span></span></span></span></strong></p>
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What can students expect?
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">A friendly, relaxed, and interactive class with opportunities to chat and ask questions. You will start with a gentle warm-up, followed by foundational exercises to explore the core principles of Tai Chi: good body alignment, relaxation, balance, and harmonious whole-body movements. You will focus on movements from the Chen style Tai Chi form. This intermediate class is perfect for those who have some experience with Tai Chi or are willing to practice between sessions to enhance their skills.</span> </span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">If you are considering enrolling on this course and are new to Nen's courses, you must email her before to signing up to confirm that your experience level is suitable for this course. Her email is <a href="mailto:nencrosby2@gmail.com"><span style="color:#0563c1">nencrosby2@gmail.com</span></a> . </span></span><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">This course will be delivered at the Cotswold Community Centre, Dursley Road, Shirehampton, Bristol BS11 9XH.</span></span></strong></p>
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Late starters allowed?
<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Yes, but it is best to join by week 2.</span></span></p>
Previous experience required?
<p style="margin-left:0cm"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Yes, either completion of a beginners’ course or an understanding of the basics of Tai Chi, along with a willingness to learn quickly and catch up (or an acceptance that they might be a bit behind others).</span></span></p>
What is the progression route?
<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">This class will continue to build on learners experience and teaching will differentiate according to levels of skill.</span></span></p>
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Are there any extra costs?
<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">No.</span></span></p>
Work set between sessions?
<p><span style="font-size:16px">Yes. Learners are encouraged to practise between classes.</span></p>
What should students bring?
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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes/trainers with some grip.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Water </span></span></li>
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Teaching method/style?
<p style="margin-left:0cm"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Exercises are demonstrated and explained, then mirrored by learners. Includes small group activities, pair work, and individual practice, with corrections provided by the tutor.</span></span></p>
Equipment Required
<p><span style="font-size:16px">See list above.</span></p>
Refunds and cancellations
<p><strong><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Course Cancellations by Us</span></span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased.</span></span></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Cancellations by You</span></span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued.</span></span></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Transfers</span></span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• A 10% transfer fee applies.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge.</span></span></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Illness and Absence</span></span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health.</span></span></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">How Refunds Are Issued</span></span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• Refunds are returned via the original payment method:</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office.</span></span></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Online Course Access</span></span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">• No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer.</span></span></span></p>