Beginners Tai Chi Classes in Havelock North 🌿

🧘 Join our Beginners Tai Chi classes at the Havelock North Bridge Club in Guthrie Park. This gentle yet effective practice improves balance, flexibility, core and lower limb strength through slow, controlled movement and breath.

Class Details:

• Suitable for those with reasonable to good mobility
• $5 per class
• Open to anyone aged 65+ (55+ for Māori and Pasifika) or those at risk of falling
• Wear comfortable clothes and supportive footwear

Contact: Eana Young at 06 845 9336 or eanay@sporthb.net.nz

Experience the Wellness Benefits of Tai Chi

Tai Chi is a traditional Chinese practice that combines flowing movements with mindful breathing. Often described as "meditation in motion," this ancient art form has become increasingly popular in New Zealand for its remarkable health benefits.

Tai Chi is particularly beneficial for:

• Improved balance and stability - reducing fall risk for older adults
• Enhanced flexibility and joint mobility - gentle movements help maintain range of motion
• Strengthened core and lower body - building functional strength for everyday activities
• Stress reduction - calming the mind through mindful movement
• Better breathing awareness - promoting deeper, more efficient breathing patterns

Our beginner-friendly classes focus on foundational movements and proper technique. The slow, controlled nature of Tai Chi makes it accessible while still delivering significant physical benefits. You'll learn to move with greater awareness and connect your breath to movement.

Tai Chi is one of the few exercises that truly integrates physical and mental wellbeing, making it an ideal activity for those seeking a holistic approach to health. Join our supportive community at the Havelock North Bridge Club and discover why Tai Chi has been treasured for centuries as a path to better health.