Welcome to Jian Taiji
Offering Chen Tai Chi classes in Manchester, Stockport and Tameside
Please have a look around to find out more about us, our Tai Chi classes , our weekly class timetable, our teacher Wang Haijun or Chen Taiji? You can also contact us if you have any other questions about Tai Chi (Taiji) not covered in our FAQ.
Taiji Home Practice - Covid-19 Lockdowns
Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XVIII (18th Sept)
Ron summed this up perfectly with... "Ian/Jan, credit to a well organised class last night and teaching lesson. Fully enjoyed it, Two professionals, c u Monday and thanks" ... Nice one Ron



Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XVII (4th Sept)

Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XVII (24th Jul)
All enjoying plenty of space, fresh air and especially the indepth instruction possible in a small group (heartening to see Andrew staying behind after class to repeat, repeat, repeat)






Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XVI (13th Jul)
This has many pluses including privacy, parking and plenty of space to spread out along with a quality surface to train on...

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Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XV (1st Jul)

Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XIV (20th Jun)




Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XIII (4th Jun)
MORE GOOD NEWS as we are starting some small outdoor group Taiji sessions
Max 5 students per session as per guidelines
Plenty of fresh air and social distancing
Initially we are looking at running these at Debdale Park as it's a midpoint to our regular venues but are open to location suggestions (numbers permitting).
So please email us to register your interest and availability. If you are currently enjoying our 1 to 1 sessions then please let us know if you would like to continue these, and/or join a group.
Look forward to seeing more of you soon
Covid-19 Home/Park Practice XII (22nd May)
...and we're looking forward to catching up with even more of you next week for lots of spiral driven, sun drenched, socially distanced 1 to 1 Taiji.
Covid-19 Home Practice XI (14th May)
GOOD NEWS for you eager students who have been in contact sorely missing your regular training with us - the change in guidelines that came into force yesterday means that we can now safely offer outdoor 1:1 sessions
A great chance to work on those Taiji queries a video can't solve. As GM Chen Zhenglei states on learning Taiji "looking at the video or book every day, all you get from this is only the external form. You won't get the inner essences. You still need the teacher's guidance."
So one of you, with one of us, in a park. with social distancing, the sun shining and to top it off we'll throw in a 20% discount on our usual rate - outdoors made even more appealing! So no 2 metre queueing required, just contact us to book your session and we look forward to seeing you again
Covid-19 Home Practice X
An important part of your Home Practice is not only going through the physical routines but being clear on the requirements and the way forward.
As well as remembering and acting on the individual advice/adjustments that we pass on to you, it can help to be guided by others who are further along the Taiji path.
So widen your view and take advantage of the rounded selection of articles we have on our website, including a couple of new additions, so put your feet up, relax and enjoy (after your regular practice of course)
Covid-19 Home Practice IX (6th May)


Covid-19 Home Practice VIII (26th Apr)
Covid-19 Home Practice VI (19th Apr 2020)
LET’S ALL SHOW OUR SUPPORT!,
In doing so I nominate you all to share your images practicing Tai chi during isolation.
To show both Ian an Janet how much we appreciate our classes with them even if we can’t all be together right now.
Also a great way to support each other as students"


Covid-19 Home Practice V (17th Apr 2020)
Djamel and Maria have even kindly sent us proof of their daily routine...
They have inspired us to set up a gallery of your "Home Practice" pics as a testament to your committment and we'd love to have more of you represented so please send us your snaps (Taiji only, not passport or worse...!)
Covid-19 Home Practice IV (8th Apr 2020)
So to continue with your "Home Practice" here is a sword tutorial from GM Chen Zhenglei (demo starts at 10:30 mins with instruction after)
Performed expansively this will also help with hedge trimming and pruning so a doubly good use of your time...
Daily practice = body fitter, mind stronger
Covid-19 Home Practice III (3rd Apr 2020)
So to get you started here is Master Wang again to take you through single hand silk reeling, the foundation exercise
Covid-19 Home Practice II (30th Mar 2020)
The emphasis from all the experts seems to be on keeping active both physically and mentally, from regular exercise to focusing on a hobby. That's where us Taiji students are lucky - we already have an enjoyable pastime that keeps our interest, strengthens our immune system and keep us fit.
Consistent practice is the key to progress in your Taiji so to help here's the next installment of "Home Practice", brought to you by GM Chen Zhenglei (demonstration first then the tutorial begins around 15 mins)
Covid-19 Home Practice (25th Mar 2020)
Through your long term commitment to our classes you have all been investing in your health and regular Taiji practice develops resilience in your mind and body which is more important now than ever.
With us all staying at home, we all have more time to spare, so make sure you use it productively to come out the other side stronger. As with neigong, it's about building and nurturing what you have got.
With this in mind and resources being stretched we don't want you to have to pay for online classes so we will keep you going with regular free tutorials.
To start with here are some loosening exercises courtesy of GM Chen Zhenglei as requested by Sylvia, Shell, Chris etc...
Thinking about trying Tai Chi? Then why not meet our students and see why they come to Jian Taiji classes or check out our reviews on Facebook
Why choose Jian Taiji?
At Jian Taiji classes there are 2 fully qualified instructors who have been studying Chen Tai Chi since 1996. We offer progressive learning in a friendly atmosphere to improve each students individual level of ability regardless of age or fitness.
Check out our class timetable to find a class near you.
Group Taiji back - Spring 21!
Thanks for joining us and thanks to Green Fingers Debdale and Debdale Nature Centre for their wonderful spaces
Contact
07549453513 jispiral@aol.com