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- "I feel more agile."

“I have been practicing Tai Chi once a week with Ian Deavin and after 4 years I realised just how much better my back was feeling and that I simply don’t notice my shoulder, which used to be quite painful – so I have started going to classes twice a week and really enjoy it.” - Val Rigby, 81

- "I am more aware of the correct way to bend, sit and stand and have learned how to control balance."

- "I am more aware of how my body works and I can do things the correct movement way."

- "I find it much easier to bend and move about."

- "I feel more relaxed and my posture is better."

- "I make time for myself."

- "After doing the class I feel calm and able to cope better with stress."

- "Since I started Tai Chi I have been doing standing Chi Kung for 20 minutes each day and my sciatica has gone (so no more regular visits to the sports physio at £50 per month). Also my insomnia has gone."

- "I was rather apprehensive when I attended my first drop in Tai Chi session! I was made very welcome and found I enjoyed participating in the gentle exercise under the tuition of Ian. Tai Chi has helped my posture and balance, especially when walking" - Janet Hill

- "I don’t need to hold onto the bannister rail now when I go up or down stairs."

- "The classes have taught me to sit, walk and generally hold myself up properly. They have helped to ease tension especially in my back and to relax my body."

- "I have had a bad back for years – but it hasn't hurt since I started Tai Chi – and I saved money on a Physio."

- "I am more aware of my posture – by doing the exercises it has helped with my backaches. My knees are also much improved….I have suffered pain for several years."