Tai Chi is a popular internal martial art. It trains the body, mind and spirit to seek their balance, inner strength and tranquility through gentle movement and graceful postures. Tai Chi originated from ancient China for self-defense purposes and gradually evolved into an art of meditation with mental and physical health benefits. There are many trendy forms of Tai Chi being practiced, such as 8 forms, 24 forms and 42 forms, etc. Each class will begin start with a basic meditation technique and then practice the movements in the forms *beginning with the basics). tai Chi is for everyone, no matter if you are practicing it to reduce stress, improve balance, or for entertainment purposes. Tai Chi is for you! Please wear loose pants and flat, thin bottomed sport or canvas shoes. Students ages 8 and up are welcome to register for this class when a parent or guardian is also registered and attends the same class.