Tai Chi Basics

Tai chi is a slow, flowing martial art practised today mainly for health, balance and calm. Its gentle weight shifts and coordinated movements are suitable for almost every age and fitness level. In this course you will learn the core principles, the stances and stepping that give tai chi its stability, and seven classic beginner movements, practised one at a time and then linked into a short sequence you can do at home.

What you will learn

• Tai chi’s core principles: relaxation, rooting, alignment and continuous movement
• Standing posture, horse stance and bow stance
• Weight shifting and tai chi stepping
• Seven classic beginner movements with step-by-step instructions
• A short linked sequence and a daily practice routine

Who this course is for

• Complete beginners of any age
• People who want to improve balance and reduce stress
• Anyone looking for a gentle complement to strength training or yoga

Every lesson includes a guided practice session, a safety note and a short quiz, and you earn a certificate when you finish. This course is general fitness education, not medical advice: check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.