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What is Tai Chi?

Tai chi is a martial art that is slowed down to an exercise that can be achieved by any age or ability. We all have energy in our bodies, tai chi is the practice of working with your own natural energy in the correct way, and as it flows freely through your body it can help with a number of benefits. It helps us to achieve that calm flowing (some even say floating feeling) which can then aid pain relief, improve mobility, reduce stress and depression as well as improvement to sleep, balance and posture.

Tai chi is also described as Meditation In Motion. Although Tai Chi is slow and gentle and doesn’t leave you breathless! It is working on muscle strength, flexibility and balance.

We have partnered with Sandra from M.I.I. Tai Chi who has delivered tai chi sessions for The MS Society, LGOWIT, WRI Ladies Group, befriending services and also runs her own classes around Caithness area.

What happens at the sessions?

The 5-week programme will give you the ability to work with your own energy and help you understand how your energy feels and benefits you. Please note that this is a seated exercise session, we have a seperate session suitable for those able to stand and participate.

What do you need to take part?

All you need to join in is a laptop/ tablet/ phone or computer with access to a microphone and camera. You will need a stable internet connection to use the video meeting software that we use.

Please note:

• The session is not tailored to any specific needs

• The session is designed for guidance, motivation and educational purpose only

• No information should be taken as medical or professional health advice

• Each person taking part in the session should assess the activity and determine if it is appropriate for them

• Each person taking part in the session is responsible for ensuring they have appropriate space, facilities and practical support as needed

• Each person taking part in the session is responsible for ensuring that any equipment they use for the activity is suitable and sufficient

What if I haven’t been sent the link

We send an email with a link to everyone who completes the registration form on Eventbrite and books a place. The email we send might go into your spam or junk folder so please check before the meeting starts that you can find it.

What should I do if I can no longer attend?

If you find that you are unable to take part please get in touch by using the details below to let us know.

For more information, please contact Tracey Harrison at MS Society Scotland on 0131 335 4050 or email tracey.harrison@mssociety.org.uk