Tai Chi-Improvers @ Cotswold CC

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Course code: H11B

Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that has been found to benefit health and well being. A friendly and relaxed class. We will start with gentle warming up exercises and progress through the foundation skills to improve body alignment, breathing and relaxation, balance and coordination.

when

From 14 Jan 2025 to 01 Apr 2025
Tue 11:30-13:00

11 weeks

with Nen Crosby

where

Cotswold Community Centre

Dursley Rd
Shirehampton
Bristol
BS11 9XH

fees

full fee for this course: £132.00, concession fee: £80.00.

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

This course if for people who have attended Nen’s Tai Chi for Heath course or similar. You will continue to study sets 1-15 of the Chen Style Form and progress. You will explore health, strength and balance through good body alignment, relaxation and breathing.

What can students expect?

A friendly and relaxed class. We will start with gentle warming up exercises and progress through the foundation skills to improve body alignment, breathing and relaxation, balance and coordination. There will be plenty of opportunities to discuss and ask questions. We will learn movements of the Chen Style Form – this is performed standing, but learners can take regular breaks if needed. All levels of fitness and ability welcome. 

This course will be delivered at the Cotswold Community Centre, Dursley Road, Shirehampton, Bristol BS11 9XH but will move ONLINE if necessary.

Late starters allowed?

Yes, but it is best to join by week 2.

Previous experience required?

No.

What is the progression route?

Tai Chi-Intermediates or re-enrol on this course but with some differentiation to acknowledge their experience.

Are there any extra costs?

No.

Work set between sessions?

Yes. Learners are encouraged to practise between classes.

What should students bring?

Wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes/trainers with some grip. Bring water.

Teaching method/style?

Friendly, relaxed, interactive class with opportunities to chat to other participants and ask questions. Exercises are taught through demonstration and explanation, followed by learners mirroring the tutor. This includes small group activities, pair work, and ultimately, individual practice. The tutor provides corrections throughout.

Equipment Required

See list above. 

Stable internet connection, a tablet or PC and ability to use ZOOM if the course moves online.

Refunds and cancellations

<ul>
<li>If we have to cancel your course your fees will be refunded in full. We are unable to reimburse the cost of materials you may have bought for the course.</li>
<li>If you cancel your course booking a week (7 days) or more before the start date we will refund your fees minus an admin charge of 20%.</li>
<li>If you cancel with less than a week (7 days) before the start date or after the course has started, we will not be able to refund your fees.</li>
<li>Transfers will incur a fee of 10% and must be requested 7 days or more before the start of a course unless you are transferring to another course because your original course was cancelled.</li>
<li>We are not able to offer refunds due to sickness or ill health.</li>
</ul>

If you are due a refund you must contact the office within 3 months of the course to arrange payment as we do not keep card details.

When attending an online course, it is a learner’s responsibility to ensure they have adequate internet access before the start of a course. Refunds will not be given for technical failure of a learner’s home computer or their internet access.