Tai Chi

with Sheenagh

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Tai chi is for anyone who wants to improve their

Fitness
Strength
Flexibility
Balance
Focus
Inner calm

It is a slow, gentle exercise, making it suitable for nearly everyone, but also contains hidden strength.According to a report by Harvard Medical School, it has value in treating or preventing many health problems. Another report found that tai chi can be better than aerobic exercise at regulating blood pressure.With its relaxing, fluid movements, tai chi teaches a new, natural way of moving.What makes it so valuable is that you can get started no matter your fitness level, and even if you aren't in the best of health.It's also a great social activity.

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What to expect

My name is Sheenagh. In 2019 I started going to a 'Tai Chi for Rehabilitation' class after time in a wheelchair. I got so much benefit from it that in 2025 I decided to train as an instructor with the Deyin Taijiquan Institute, one of the most acknowledged Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong Institutes in Europe.The founder of Deyin is considered the highest authority in the world on 24 step simplified Yang style taijiquan, among many other forms. In fact, his uncle created the 24 step, which is perhaps the most widely performed tai chi exercise today.Deyin (GB) work closely with the NHS, city councils and the UK government and national charities, with the goal of using tai chi to help people improve their health and well-being.During class, wear comfortable clothes which allow you to move easily, and flat, flexible shoes.Chairs will be available if you need to sit. Many tai chi moves can be done both sitting or standing.Your first class is free, to give you a chance to see if tai chi is for you. In return, you will be asked to fill in a short form for insurance purposes, and to find out if any adaptations are needed to help you get the most out of the class.I hope you will find tai chi fun and relaxing and enjoy this form of 'meditation in motion'.

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When and where

Musgrave
Tai Chi

with Sheenagh

SATURDAYS 10 - 12 amMusgrave Park Bowling Pavilion
Belfast BT9 7JB
(plenty of free parking)A relaxing and friendly one-hour class for complete beginners, based on the popular move 'Cloud Hands'. Moves can be done standing or seated (chairs provided).Class is 1 hour, then brunch with tea and coffee and time to meet your fellow class members.Your first class is free.2026 Every Saturday 5 September to 19 December.Max 30 places.Pay by
- cash at class (pay as you go)
- or prepay online.

U3A classes

Run by U3A Belfast.8-week course for £40.Prebooking essential. September 2026 classes prebooking deadline was 1 August. More blocks will be announced later.Tuesday morning 10 am & 11.30 am Shaftesbury Bowling Pavilion, Annadale Embankment.Wednesday morning 10 am
Musgrave Bowling Pavilion (mindfulness with David Blair at 11.30 am after)1 hour class.Membership needed (£15/year) and is open to all no longer in full-time work.- Join U3A Belfast (download application form and £15 payment details)- Pay for classes £40 (different bank account than membership)Email queries to the convenor, David Blair.

Hillsborough
Tai Chi

with Sheenagh

THURSDAYS 9.15 - 11 amHillsborough Scout and Community Hall
Hillsborough£8 per class. Your first class is free. Pay as you go, no need to book.Dates: Every Thursday, restarting 3 September 2026.

All classes ages 18 and over only

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Musgrave
Tai Chi

with Sheenagh

Musgrave Pavilion Tai Chi- £7 per class (includes tea, coffee and brunch)
- £7.30 for one class by cardPrepaying guarantees your place.Prepay for 8 classes for £47 (usually £56)
Prepay for 16 classes for £90 (usually £112)Max 30 places in the class.Class dates are each Saturday until 19 Dec 2026.