Ever wanted to have a go at Tai Chi? Do you wonder if this type of exercise will aid your recovery and enhance general well being?

Breast Cancer Support is delighted to offer a very special three-hour Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Workshop with instructor Jocelyn Watkin.

Please book early as the workshop is limited to ten participants.

Those of you who have visited the Centre will know that the surroundings are perfect for a peaceful, calm, and relaxing morning of Tai Chi with Jocelyn.

What is Tai Chi?

Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art and exercise programme that is performed in a slow, mindful manner and accompanied by deep breathing. It combines mental focus with graceful, yet powerful physical movements that are also gentle on the joints. It is suitable for all ages, fitness levels and abilities. Tai chi is also known by the names of taiji, tai chi ch'uan and taiji quan.

About the Workshop

The Tai Chi for Rehabilitation (TCR) Programme is a Tai Chi for Health programme developed by Dr Paul Lam to help empower people to wellness. Dr Lam is a medical doctor and also the founder of the Tai Chi for Health Institute. TCR is a rejuvenating programme designed to aid recovery and well-being after ill health, injury, surgical procedure, tiredness and stress. It can be learned and practiced while standing up, seated or lying down. Copies of the Tai Chi for Rehabilitation instructional DVDs (demonstrated by Dr Paul Lam) will be available for purchase at a special, discounted rate of $30 per DVD.

Ongoing benefits after the workshop

Once learned, TCR can be practiced in almost any place, anywhere and anytime. It does not need special equipment, clothing or shoes. TCR also has a harmonising and balancing effect so it is an effective tool in many situations. Workshop attendees can take what they've learned home with them to help them whenever they need it - whether to sleep better or as an energy boost or to manage stress or to find tranquillity and peace.