The Tai Chi Edge (Community Based Free Tai Chi)

This is a weekly 60-minute introduction session open to all adults of any age. During each weekly meeting, there will be three sections of training. Tai Chi Form refers to one of the 24 individual positions you will be learning. You will learn 3-4 Forms each week. You don't need any skills to get started, just show up with a smile. We practice safe distancing and we wear masks based on local requirements.
You can join in at any time.

• During the first section, we conduct the complete Yang Style 24 Form. You will apply what you know and have learned, or simply follow and copy what you see everyone else doing until you can do it on your own.
• During the second section, I will teach a set of topics to help you begin learning Tai Chi basics. This will be easy enough to get you doing a little Tai Chi immediately, and the entire 24 Form in 8 weeks. But you will begin benefiting from Tai Chi on your first day.
• During the third section, we repeat the first section.

*** Homework: It is recommended that you do what you have learned for the rest of the week as homework and come back for the next lesson next week. The goal is for you to learn a little each week and do a little though out the week.

In 8 weeks, you will be joining the entire team as a Tai Chi practitioner looking like you know what you are doing. However, don't let looks fool you. You can learn Tai Chi moves in 8 weeks, but it takes longer to get good and a lifetime of training to master it. While you are getting good, you will be enhancing multiple areas of psychological, physical, and emotional health.

Dates and times are subject to change so make sure you register and I can contact you.

This is a community-based free tai chi program. It is open to everyone regardless of tai chi experience. It is designed around four ideas. We make learning and practicing tai chi:

1. Safe
2. Fun
3. Simple
4. Healthy

We are new member-friendly, so if you do not know any tia chi, this is for you. If you know a little, this is for you. if you are an advanced practitioner in the Simplified Yang Style 24 Form, you will enjoy our program.
All participants follow 7 rules to join us.

1. Do not try to do anything we teach or see us do you can not do.
2. Stay in your comfort zone.
3. This is exercise, if you have any medication or health conditions that exercise may interfere with you should have your healthcare provider's permission to join us.
4. If you get tired or dizzy you may take a break anytime you need to.
5. We end in 1 hour and you are free to leave. However, we may teach longer if members stay longer.
6. Relax breathe and have fun.
7. Tell the lead instructor if you feel anything is not safe, fun, simple, or healthy.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY/WAIVER
I have read and understand the Program Rules. I understand the inherent risk in exercise activities. In consideration for admission to this class, I:

• (a) accept full responsibility for, and assume the risk of any injuries sustained because of, my participation in this class or practice of Tai Chi;
• (b) release and hold harmless Clint Pearman, Tai Chi Edge, and all instructors for any liabilities, injuries, and expenses that may arise as a result of my participation in this class, training, or lessons involving Tai Chi.
• (c) I acknowledge that I have no medical reasons that would prevent my participation in this class or workshop.
• (d) I understand that if I have any medication or medical concerns it is my responsibility to obtain a clearance from my doctor before commencing this program.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY/WAIVER

I have read and understand the Program Rules. I understand that there is inherent risk in exercise activities. In consideration for admission to this class, I hereby:

• (a) accept full responsibility for, and assume the risk of any injuries sustained because of, my participation in this class or practice of Tai Chi;
• (b) release and hold harmless Clint Pearman, Tai Chi Edge, and all instructors for any liabilities, injuries, and expenses that may arise as a result of participation in this class, training, or lessons involving Tai Chi.
• (c) I acknowledge that I know of no medical reasons why I should not participate in this class or workshop.
• (d) I understand that, if I do have any medical reasons why I should not participate in this class, it is my responsibility to obtain a clearance from my doctor before commencing and notify the instructor and Tai Chi Edge.

NOTE - TIME CHANGE TO 3p starting 11/18/24

Join The Tai Chi Edge community-based Free Tai Chi for a holistic health and wellness practice using Tai Chi. Discover the transformative benefits of Tai Chi for both the body and mind, as well as its connections to meditation, Qi Gong, and self-empowerment. Led by experienced instructors, these sessions will delve into the principles of Tai Chi and its role in promoting whole-person health and well-being.

Through interactive sessions and practical demonstrations, participants will learn how Tai Chi can contribute to life transformation and self-improvement. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to Tai Chi, these sessions provide valuable insights and practical tips for incorporating Tai Chi into your daily routine for a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your well-being and explore the power of Tai Chi with a community of like-minded individuals at this enriching event.

Following the Tai Chi Edge model, we make learning and enjoying Tai Chi easy, simple, fun, and healthy for beginners to advanced practitioners. We practice the Yang Style 24 Simplified Form.

So, come on out and join us.

• Individual and small group training.

• For instructors who have completed the initial training.

This training will help prepare you to pass all the teach-backs as soon as possible and become a Board-Certified Tai Chi Edge Instructor.

Topics will include:

• Level 1 to 6 Training.
• Level 1 to 6 Teach Back Testing.
• Tai Chi Principle.
• Improving your form.
• Setting up and running a group.

Clint