Tai Chi

Learn beautiful Tai Chi here in Dublin. Tai Chi Chuan is a Chinese martial art developed on Taoist principles of overcoming hardness with softness. It has been described as 'steel wrapped in cotton', externally appearing soft while internally remaining powerful.

Although traditionally a system of self-defense, we in the West are more familiar with Tai Chi's slow gentle movements, renowned for their health and longevity benefits. This art is time tested, having being developed over many centuries.

The graceful movements of Tai Chi allow the practitioner to safely strengthen all aspects of the body. It improves posture, balance and coordination, stimulates circulation, maintains vital organs and improves respiration to name but a few benefits. Due to the meditative quality of the exercises the mind and the emotions are gradually quietened resulting in an increased sense of calm and sensitivity to oneself and others.

Practised over time the rewards of Tai Chi Chuan are well worth the effort invested.