In spite of the overcast, damp ,cold weather, over 30 of us met a Maldon Promenade Park to perform a set at 10.00 a.m. for World Tai Chi Day. Although the ground was somewhat uneven in places we completed the set without any mishaps, just some shuffling of feet. The forecast rain showers held off. Afterwards a number of us went for coffee or in my case hot chocolate.
The Birchanger class, pictured, who were unable to join us at Maldon performed a set locally.
Birchanger Class
AGM Saturday 10th February 2024
About 88 people attended this year’s AGM. Promise of a busy interesting day.
For the AGM, seated on the Stage were Lisa Kay Chair. Judy Lee-Fenton Vice Chair, Marin Bishop Treasurer and Cait Goddard Membership/ Minutes Secretary.
Rest of the attending Instructors and Assistants were seated in the front row.
Well, after the official business was complete the day kicked off with coffee then with members divided into two halves the 108 Tai Chi set was successfully done by each half.
The day continued with the customary Chinese take-away from Lian. A visit from a New Year Dragon, which gave us pleasure and amusement, with a dance to the rhythm of the drums.
Followed up by demonstrations of all the forms that our Academy teach, Lok Hup, Sword, Sabre, Fan, Yi Yin Jing and Qigong. Plus another two sets of Tai Chi.
As the clock struck ten, well Lisa’s phone told her it was, we all bowed and the set to mark World Tai Chi Day began. The sun was shining so 38 of us were able to do an enjoyable set outside. During the morning we also did two more sets along with some Chi Gong exercises. After tea break we were also treated to a demonstration by a number of our members who are independently learning the fan set. This was greatly appreciated, our thanks to them.
The venue for the event, Rivenhall Golf Centre at Witham , was ideal for our Tai Chi and for the buffet lunch that those of us who stayed for it enjoyed. A very enjoyable day.
Many thanks to all those members that helped make the day a success and especially Lorrie as the main organiser. Also thanks to of those of you that came to do the set.
Updated August 2023
Following on from our successful workshops for current academy members, we’re planning more:
Saturday October 21st 2023
Saturday January 20th 2024
Saturday April 20th 2024
Saturday July20th July 2024
Saturday 19th October 2o24
At 10.00 on Saturday 25th April, we were due to meet at Great Totham to celebrate with a Tai Chi set, along with Tai Chi’ers around the world. However as this year, we are subject to social distancing, plans had to be altered and members marked the occasion in their own homes and gardens.
We’ll make up for it next year!!
Here’s some pictures.
To celebrate, World Tai Chi Day, please come along on Saturday 25th April 9.30-12.30. Great Totham Village Hall, Maldon Road, Great Totham CM9 8NH Set to take place at 10.00 on the green outside.
Lunch after at the Bull Pub opposite, Subsidised , £5 to members.
A date for your diary, the AGM will be held on Saturday 25th January,
10:00hrs until 13:00hrs at Flitch Green School,
Flitch Green School, Tanton Road, Little Dunmow, CM6 3GG
Bring a dish for a sharing lunch, those that will not be able to attend please inform a Forum Member
Shropshire Tai Chi Academy
Invites you to a 3 – day Lok Hup workshop led by
Doug Overholt And Susan Carson
On Friday 16th Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th August 2019
At Rushbury Village Hall, Wall under Heywood, SY6 7DX,
For more information and expressions of interest please contact your regular instructor or Jo Lendon tel. 01743 369787 email: jolendon@gmail.com
Suffolk Tai Chi Academy
Invites you to a tai chi workshop led by
Marc Levy
On Saturday 6th July 2019
At Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road, Suffolk, IP12 4AU
For more information and expressions of interest please contact your regular instructor or Lesley Guest tel. 01394 383433
Thanks to all those that attended our international workshop led by James Elser On Saturday 8th, and Sunday 9th June 2019, James made us all work and whats more think about our Tai Chi, James ‘s passion was infectious and I for one thoroughly enjoyed it, as I am sure everyone else did.
