What we’re about
In 2023 We will continue to have In-Person and Live-On-Zoom QIGONG & TAI CHI CLASSES !!! You can go to TQSpirit.com to find out more details of our January - April 2023 schedule.
You are welcome to email and ask about any of the classes. When emailing, please provide your first and last name, email address, and approximate location where you reside.
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Important Note:
- For all our Health Qigong classes you can join in anytime. There is a drop-in Option.
- For any tai chi classes we recommend that you try to be there during the first three classes. It is always best to start a tai chi class at the beginning of a session.
- Some classes in 2023 are not available for new registrations as they are on-going classes from a previous session. If you are unsure what is available to you, you are welcome to email us for additional information Email Us
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IN SUMMARY, here are the location options:
1) Highlands United Church - North Shore Tai Chi Spirit
- Main Tai Chi Qigong Location: 3255 Edgemont Boulevard, North Vancouver. Classes are on Wednesdays, early evening, and Saturday mornings.
- On Zoom and In-person class options.
St. Stephens St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
- In-Person only on Thursdays mornings. Tai Chi Only.
- 2641 Chesterfield Avenue. A beautiful gymnasium, lots of light, and great circulation.
Lions Bay Community Hall
- In-Person only on Tuesdays at 11:15am
North Shore Neighbourhood House - 225 East 2nd Street, North Vancouver.
- North Shore Neighbourhood House Evening Classes are on Thursdays from 6:15pm-7:15pm
Live-On-Zoom - Tuesday Rejuvenating Qigong
- Live, from our Home Studio
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Classes start: January-March, April-July, No classes in August, and then September-December.
We welcome new-to-qigong or tai chi practitioners from all over the Lower Mainland and now, the world, due to the fact that we are Online with Zoom. Many of our classes are on both Zoom and In-Person at the same time.
If you want to start learning Tai Chi, we recommend that you try to sign up as close to the beginning of every new session... Check out www.TQSpirit.com for all the up to date information.
After a Newbie learns the basics, Tai Chi is learned "one movement" at a time, and so trying out tai chi is best from the beginning. However, with that said, there are special BASICS classes that are sometimes held mid-session so that Newbies who were unable to start in either January, April or September, will get a chance to do so.
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** Important... If you are a newbie and wish to reserve your spot or register at any of our locations, please EMAIL US. Alternatively, you can call for extra information: 604-986-9276
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Why learn Qigong or Tai Chi?
- Learning and practicing Qigong and Tai Chi with a group helps you with various health or personal issues you might be struggling with.
- If you aren't struggling with any personal issues right now, these Meet Ups will help you maintain the great health and happiness that you already have.
- All our groups are very warm and welcoming. The Instructor teaches in a traditional manner.
The practice of Qi Gong & Tai Chi is ideal if: - You are looking to be fit without damaging your body.
- You want to improve the amount and quality of your energy.
- You are recovering from injury, stroke or surgery.
- You have arthritis, osteoporosis or chronic pain.
Learn many different forms of Qigong that you can practice as home such as:
- 5 Animals (Wu Qin Xi)
- 8 pieces of Silk & Brocade (Baduan Jin Qigong)
- Yi Jin Jing (Muscle & Tendon Strengthening and Stretching)
- Qigong on Wei Lei Mountain
- 18 Movements
- 5 Elements
- Balancing the Heart Qigong
- Medical Qigong
- Qigong to improve balance
- Qigong Meditation
- EFT exercises ... And much more.
ABOUT THE CURRENT INSTRUCTOR
Sifu Josie has been training on the North Shore since 2002. In addition, she has been training with the SYL Institute since 2004. In 2008 Grand Master Shou-Yu Liang, Master Helen Liang and Master Chenhan Yang gave traditional "permission" to teach on the North Shore. That community has grown from a small group of students at the North Shore Neighbourhood House to a growing community of students that learn and practice out of 5 locations.
In addition to many types of Qigong, Sifu Josie teaches many different styles and forms of Taijiquan. To review her bio please go to: ABOUT SIFU JOSIE
ABOUT LYNNE COVE
The North Shore Qigong & Tai Chi Enthusiasts was set up to let the World know about classes that Master Lynne Cove taught on the North Shore. Josie Loehrich became Lynne's assistant in 2006, helping to teach and administrate many of her classes. Josie taught and trained with Lynne until her death in 2019. Lynne Cove taught tai chi and qigong until she was 87 years young! Master Lynne was an inspiration to all. You'll see many of her pictures remain on this site as a tribute to her memory and all the joy she brought to so many.
