About Tai Chi & Class Options
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Tai Chi (Taiji 太極拳) is a gentle, low-impact exercise suitable for students of any age and varying physical ability. It is a therapeutic exercise derived from Chinese martial arts, focusing on the circulation of Chi (Qi 氣), or "life energy" found within all living things. Sometimes called "moving meditation," millions worldwide practice it daily as a gentle stress-reducing exercise.
Practicing Tai Chi can:
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Reduce Stress
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Increase mobility, flexibility, and balance
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Increase energy and vitality
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Improve general health
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Provide relief from asthma, back pain, arthritis, high blood pressure and more.
Tai Chi classes include Chi Kung (Qigong 氣功), the ancient practice of using the mind to naturally develop the body's energy through breathing, movement, and meditation. Chi Kung helps to increase energy and stamina through the oxygenation of cells within the body.
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Specialize workshops with staff & Guest Instructors are offered throughout the year.
Beginner's Tai Chi Classes
Tai Chi (Taiji) is a gentle, low-impact exercise suitable for participants of any age and varying physical ability. It is a therapeutic exercise derived from Chinese martial arts, focusing on the circulation of Chi (Qi), or "life energy" found within all living things. Sometimes called "moving meditation," millions around the world practice it daily as a gentle stress-reducing exercise.
Qigong is introduced to help beginners understand and feel Chi (Qi).
Some benefits of Tai Chi include:
~ Reduced stress
~ Increased mobility, flexibility & balance
~ Increased energy & vitality
~ Improved general health
~ Relief from asthma symptoms, back pain, arthritis, high blood pressure, and more.
When: Sundays (8-weeks)​
Time: 9 - 10:15 am
Next Session begins: September 7th
Instructor: Meg Holmes
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​​When: Tuesdays (8-weeks)​
Time: 6:30 - 7:45 pm
Next Session begins: October 7th
Instructor: Hugh Conlon
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Location: 18 Red Spring Rd., Andover (inside Andover Fit Body Boot Camp)
Tai Chi Continuation
with Paul Blake & Meg Holmes
This course is suitable for those who have completed Part One of Yang’s 108 Style Tai Chi (aka Long Form) and those who have studied the Long Form for an extended period.
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Please email contact@yangsandover.com BEFORE registering if you have not participated in a Continuation class with either instructor.
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When: Sundays (8-weeks)
Time: 10:30 - 11:45 am
Next Session begins: September 7th
Instructor: Meg Holmes
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When: Mondays (8-weeks)
Time: 7 - 8:15 pm
Next Session begins: September 8th
Instructor: Paul Blake
Location: 18 Red Spring Rd., Andover (inside Andover Fit Body Boot Camp)
"Taiji for Health"
at Andover Senior Center
(Robb Center)
Instructor: Meg Holmes
When: Tuesday mornings 9:15-10:15 am
For information and registration:
please call 978-623-8320