Better balance
Explore controlled weight transfer, posture and steady stepping through gentle movement.
A welcoming place to begin
Start Tai Chi with other local beginners.
These new classes are for people who are curious about Tai Chi but may not know where to start. Movements will be introduced progressively, explained in plain English and practised at a comfortable pace.
You do not need to memorise a long form on your first day or keep up with experienced students. Everyone in the founding group will begin together.
Easier movement
Develop coordination, body awareness and relaxed movement without high-impact exercise.
Calmer focus
Use slow movement, natural breathing and attention to create time away from everyday pressure.
What founding participants receive
- Free outdoor beginner Tai Chi classes
- Step-by-step instruction suitable for complete beginners
- Short practices you can repeat at home
- Access to the free 7-Day Tai Chi Introduction
- The opportunity to help shape future class times and programs
- A local group where everyone starts together
Your instructor
Classes will be led by James Shang, founder of Shang Tai Chi and an experienced martial arts instructor with decades of training across Tai Chi and other martial arts systems.
Shang Tai Chi focuses on practical movement, balance, health and maintaining the physical capability to keep doing the things that matter throughout life.
Founding group
Register your interest
Leave your details to receive the confirmed starting date, class time and information about what to bring.
Registering your interest does not commit you to attending and no payment is required.