What?!! A New Beginner Class AND A New On-going Class!

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We have two exciting announcements that we want to share with you!

Our FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT is that we are offering a new six week beginner class starting on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024! If you’ve never done Tai Chi before but have always been curious about it, then this class is for YOU!!! Tai Chi is the practice of deliberate slow movements and gentle postures that can improve balance, coordination, flexibility, circulation, and release some of the stress of your day. Our beginner class is safe for all fitness levels, is low impact, and modifications can be made to any of the movements to accommodate any physical limitations. No special clothing or equipment is needed and you’ll get to learn in a comfortable, well-lit studio with experienced instructors. Our group is friendly, supportive and welcoming. We want to ensure your time spent with us learning the practice of Tai Chi is both mindful and fun! Details about the new beginner class are below (at the end of this post).

If you still aren’t sure what Tai Chi can do for you here’s two articles about the benefits of the regular practice of Tai Chi:

This article from National Public Radio reports on research demonstrating how a regular practice of Tai Chi can help improve memory: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/11/06/1210507968/thai-chi-word-games-cognition-mentally-sharp-meditation-motion

And this article from UCLA reports on how Tai Chi can help reduce stress and improve brain function: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/tai-chi-mind-body-medicine-ucla-health-psychiatrist-aims

Our SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT is that we are adding a NEW evening class in addition to our other classes for on-going students!! Like our two day-time classes, this class is meant for practitioners who have learned the basics of Tai Chi and want to spend more time refining movements and working through the set, people who have practiced Tai Chi in the past and want to get back into it, and newer students who have completed at least our Beginner Six Week class and want the benefit of having an additional class for practice. This new evening class will be at the studio on Thursday nights from 6 – 7:30 pm and will begin on Thursday, February 22, 2024 (our address is listed below). If you are a current dues paying member in good standing you can attend this class for free. If you are not currently a member of our group the class has a fee of $50/month. This fee allows you to attend any of the classes we offer. If you have questions or are interested in learning more, you can e-mail us at TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com. We hope to see you at the studio!

Details for the new beginner class are below. 

IMPORTANT NEW BEGINNER CLASS INFORMATION

Everyone is welcome to join this new class and you don’t need any experience at all! This class will start with teaching the basic fundamentals of the first seventeen forms. Detailed information about the new class is below. We look forward to meeting you!!

What will I learn? This six week class will get you started on your Tai Chi practice by teaching you the fundamental movements of Tai Chi.  You will learn the first 17 movements of the 108 movement set with qualified and knowledgeable instructors.  You found our website – now we’d really like to meet you in person!

When:  Tuesday nights beginning on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 and running through March 26th, 2024 (6 weeks).

Time:  6:00 – 7:30pm

Location: Tai Chi Revolution Studio located at 2817 James Street, corner of James and North Edwards Avenue.  The studio entrance is on North Edwards (there’s a sign in the window so you can find us) with off-street parking in front of the studio and across the street.  There is also free street parking.

Cost: $60 (payable at the first class; cash or check, unfortunately we don’t take credit cards)

What to wear:  Comfortable and loose fitting clothing.  Shoes should be flat and enclose your foot with good support (something like sneakers or low hiking shoes).  Bare feet, crocs, flip flops or open toed sandals should not be worn.

MASK REQUIREMENT: Our masking protocols are based on infection rates. Currently we require masks to be worn while in the studio. We care about our students, members, and guests and are committed to protecting everyone’s health while in our class. If infection rates drop in the Spring, we may reconsider the masking requirement. Thank you for understanding.

Still have questions?  You can check out our FAQ page here or send us an e-mail at TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com and someone will get back to you within a day.

It’s Happening! A New Beginner Class is Starting!

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Tai Chi Revolution will be starting a new six week beginner class for students who are completely new to the practice of Tai Chi and for students who may have taken a break and want to restart their practice. If you are new to Tai Chi and are wondering exactly what you’d be getting yourself into have no worries! Tai chi is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures that over time allows a meditative state of mind. No special clothes or equipment are needed. Our classes are held in a well lit studio and led by experienced instructors. There are different kinds of Tai chi and the form we practice is more focused on the traditional benefits regular practice provides related to general health. Classes are a mix of new students and more experienced students who provide a supportive environment for learning the various forms. We are a friendly club and want your experience with Tai Chi to be enjoyable and fun!

Everyone is welcome to join this new class and you don’t need any experience at all as this class will start with teaching the basic fundamentals of the first seventeen forms. Detailed information about the new class is below. We look forward to meeting our new students as well as catching up with students who have been away for a while!!

IMPORTANT CLASS INFORMATION

What will I learn? This six week class will teach you the fundamental movements of Tai Chi.  You will learn the first 17 movements of the 108 movement set with qualified and knowledgeable instructors.  You found our website – now we’d really like to meet you in person!

When:  Tuesday nights beginning on Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 and running through October 17th, 2023 (6 weeks).

Time:  6:00 – 7:30pm

Location: Tai Chi Revolution Studio located at 2817 James Street, corner of James and North Edwards Avenue.  The studio entrance is on North Edwards (there’s a sign in the window so you can find us) with off-street parking in front of the studio and across the street.  There is also free street parking.

Cost: $60 (payable at the first class; cash or check, unfortunately we don’t take credit cards)

What to wear:  Comfortable and loose fitting clothing.  Shoes should be flat and enclose your foot with good support (something like sneakers or low hiking shoes).  Bare feet, crocs, flip flops or open toed sandals should not be worn.

MASK REQUIREMENT: Currently we do not require masks to be worn while in the studio. We care about our students, members, and guests and are committed to protecting everyone’s health while in our class. To that end, if local infection rates start to rise as the weather cools off, we may consider re-instituting a masking requirement. Thank you for understanding.

Still have questions?  You can check out our FAQ page here or send us an e-mail at TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com and someone will get back to you within a day or two.

You can also find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Tai-Chi-Revolution/100063524227233/n.

We look forward to meeting you!!

Starting a New Practice: Beginning Tai Chi

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The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us once again and many of us have some shopping to do. Do you have a friend or family member who is hard to shop for? Do you need a gift for someone who has everything? Maybe you are looking to expand your own horizons or longing for some some well deserved self-care in the new year. Well Tai Chi Revolution is here to help you! We are offering a new six week beginner class in the new year. If you’ve ever wondered about the practice of Tai Chi and its many benefits but didn’t know where to start or if you would enjoy it then this is the class to try. This class if for someone who has never done Tai Chi before, or for someone who wants to rejoin the practice of Tai Chi but needs a bit of a refresher. No experience is necessary. This class will cover the first 17 moves of the 108 move set. It’s a great way to dip your toe into the practice of Tai Chi and to begin to learn more about how your body and mind work together. It is known as a moving meditation and there is growing evidence that the regular practice of Tai Chi helps to maintain and improve strength, balance, and flexibility with the added benefit of calming your mind. Tai Chi is a slow motion low impact form of exercise where muscles are relaxed, joints are not fully extended, and each move can be modified and adapted to any physical limitations a person may have. You can begin learning this martial art in a supportive and friendly atmosphere in our studio setting. Plus… we are just a fun group of people and would love to meet you!

IMPORTANT CLASS INFORMATION

What will I learn? This six week class will teach you the fundamental movements of Tai Chi.  You will learn the first 17 movements of the 108 movement set with qualified and knowledgeable instructors.  You found our website – now we’d really like to meet you in person!

When:  Tuesday nights beginning on Tuesday, January 17th, 2023 and running through February 21th, 2023 (6 weeks).

Time:  6:00 – 7:30pm

Location: Tai Chi Revolution Studio located at 2817 James Street, corner of James and North Edwards Avenue.  The studio entrance is on North Edwards (there’s a sign in the window so you can find us) with off-street parking in front of the studio and across the street.  There is also free street parking.

Cost: $60 (payable at the first class; cash or check, unfortunately we don’t take credit cards)

What to wear:  Comfortable and loose fitting clothing.  Shoes should be flat and enclose your foot with good support (something like sneakers or low hiking shoes).  Bare feet, crocs, flip flops or open toed sandals should not be worn.

MASK REQUIREMENT: Our studio has a requirement that masks must be worn while in the studio. We care about our members and guests and are committed to protecting everyone’s health while in our class.

Still have questions?  You can check out our FAQ page here or send us an e-mail at TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com and someone will get back to you within a day.

We look forward to meeting you!

Tai Chi Revolution Studio

You can also find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Tai-Chi-Revolution/100063524227233/

“The very essence of martial arts is the thirst for knowledge and the truth about ourselves.”
― Frank Shamrock

Join Us For A New Beginner’s Class!

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Have you heard of Tai Chi but weren’t sure if it was for you? Other people have talked about it but the idea of joining a club or committing to a new activity right about now seemed to be too much? The good news is this beginner’s class is ONLY 6 weeks AND… there’s NO HOMEWORK!! Now that’s a great way to try something out, not be overwhelmed with worrying about keeping up with something new, and you can do this in a great studio space with a welcoming group of people who love Tai Chi! Some of the health benefits of a regular practice of Tai Chi include:

Mind: memory retention, confidence, self control

Body: balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance

Spirit: patience, perseverance, respect

Great stuff right?!!  Tai Chi has a lot to offer and we’d like to give you a chance to experience it.  So…

  • If you’ve never tried Tai Chi before but always wondered about it – this class is for you
  • Practiced Tai Chi but fell out of the routine and want a quick brush up to motivate you to pick it back up again – this class is for you
  • Looking for a way to shed the stress of your day – this class is for you
  • Currently practice Tai Chi and wondering how to help support new students – you guessed it… come to this class and cheer on new students!

Our studio is large, open, well lit and has off street parking.

Tai Chi Revolution Studio

CLASS INFORMATION

What will I learn? This six week class will teach you the fundamental movements of Tai Chi.  You will learn the first 17 movements of the 108 movement set with qualified and knowledgeable instructors.  You found our website – now we’d really like to meet you in person!

When:  Tuesday nights beginning on Tuesday, September 13th, 2022 and running through October 18th, 2022 (6 weeks).

Time:  6:00 – 7:30pm

Location: Tai Chi Revolution Studio located at 2817 James Street, corner of James and North Edwards Avenue.  The studio entrance is on North Edwards (there’s a sign in the window so you can find us) with off-street parking in front of the studio and across the street.  There is also free street parking.

Cost: $60 (payable at the first class; cash or check, unfortunately we don’t take credit cards)

What to wear:  Comfortable and loose fitting clothing.  Shoes should be flat and enclose your foot with good support (something like sneakers or low hiking shoes).  Bare feet, crocs, flip flops or open toed sandals should not be worn.

Still have questions?  You can check out our FAQ page here or send us an e-mail at TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com and someone will get back to you within a day.

We look forward to meeting you!

Do the difficult things while they are easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.  ~ Lao Tzu

Catching Up and Slowing Down

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UPDATE (1/18/2022):

Due to the local on-going high number of covid cases, we are temporarily postponing class until Tuesday, February 1st. Please see the updated schedule for the beginners class below. Our sincere apologies. Please stay safe, warm, and take good care of yourself and the people around you. We look forward to seeing you on February 1st!

First we’d like to say welcome! Thank you for stopping by and checking out our group Tai Chi Revolution. We are a group of people who enjoy the journey of Tai Chi and what the practice brings to our lives. A better sense of movement within yourself, improved balance, a sense of calm from practicing the art of the moving meditation, spending time with a warm and friendly group of people, just taking some time to stretch your mind to learn new ways of thinking and moving – these are all benefits that come with the regular practice of Tai Chi. Sound good? We will be offering a New Beginner Class (no experience necessary!) starting on January 18th at our Studio off James Street in Syracuse, NY. The details of the new class are below. In the meantime we wish everyone a happy and safe remainder of 2021! See you all next year!

In other news, in the interest of the safety of our students and teachers, we have decided to temporarily suspend our in studio classes due to the rapid rise of the Omicron corona virus mutation. We will re-evaluate conditions in early January and decide then on the actual reopening date for the studio. For the comfort and safety of the other students in the class, we kindly ask (but will insist if need be) that everyone continue to wear a mask to class. Masks must be worn over the nose and mouth while in the studio. We greatly appreciate everyone’s on-going cooperation with this requirement. Your continued support has helped to keep all of our members healthy. With that, we wish you all happy holidays and we look forward to seeing everyone in the new year!

Here’s all the information on the new Beginner Class:

When: The new beginner class starts on Tuesday night February 1st (6 – 7:30 pm) and continues through March 8th, 2022 (6 weeks).

Where: Tai Chi Revolution Studio, located at 2817 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13206. The entrance to the studio is around the corner on North Edwards Ave. There is a small parking lot in front of the studio.

Cost: $60 for the 6 week class (payable by cash or check the first night of class).

What to wear: Comfortable fitting clothes and flat closed toe shoes (sneakers or something similar)

Mask requirements: We value your health! We require everyone who enters the studio to wear a mask at all times while in the studio and during the class. We open the windows slightly for improved ventilation and wipe down studio surfaces with disinfectant wipes after class.

We look forward to meeting you! If you have any questions about the class you can contact us via e-mail at: TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com.

Symphony of Sacred Sound is Baaaacckk!

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If you missed this amazing event last time around we hope to see you this time! Please join us for a SYMPHONY OF SACRED SOUND! A Sound Bath of Crystals, Singing Bowls, Chimes, Bells, and Tuning Forks. Sound healing uses the power of sacred music to reharmonize the entire body to its most beneficial state. When one hears the sound frequencies, the cells become attuned to that frequency and cause perfect harmony within the body. The different frequencies played during the sound bath will quiet the mind, decrease stress and anxiety, improve sleep, release physical and emotional pain to restore the body, mind and spirit to a sense of balance, creating a deeper sense of peace and well-being.

Please bring your own yoga mat, sleeping bag, blanket and pillows as needed for comfort (the studio is not carpeted) as you will lie on the floor. Some chairs will be available for those who cannot use the floor position or you may bring your own fold-up chair. This is a very transformative experience. I look forward to meeting you and seeing you there.

Event hosted by Lorri Mathewson, RMT, LMT has been using sound in her massage therapy practice for 30 years. She is a certified Biofield Tuning Practicioner and uses tuning forks in her healing practice.

When: Saturday, October 30th from 7 – 7:45 pm

Where: Tai Chi Revolution Studio located at 2827 James Street (corner of James and North Edwards), Syracuse, NY. The studio entrance is around the corner on North Edwards. Look for the Tia Chi Revolution sign in the window. There is a small parking lot adjacent to the studio and parking on the street.

Cost: $20/person, payable at the door or call Lorri at (716) 465-2784.

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New 12 Week Beginner Class!

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Welcome! Tai Chi Revolution is offering a twelve week course for new beginners or returning students to learn the 108 moves in a Tai Chi set. No experience is necessary to take this class. Come and join us in our well lit studio and learn how the practice of Tai Chi can improve your balance by increasing your leg strength and endurance. No special equipment is needed and once you learn the body mechanics and alignments tai chi is portable and you can do it anywhere (like the park in the summer!). All you need to bring to class is YOU!!

If you’ve always wondered about Tai Chi and would like to learn in a friendly atmosphere this is the place for you!

Here’s all the important information:

When: The new beginner class starts on Tuesday night September 7th (6 – 7:30pm) and continues through November 23, 2021.

Where: Tai Chi Revolution Studio, located at 2817 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13206. The entrance to the studio is around the corner on North Edwards Ave. There is a small parking lot in front of the studio.

Cost: $120 for the 12 week class (payable by cash or check the first night of class)

What to wear: Comfortable fitting clothes and flat closed toed shoes (sneakers or something similar)

Mask requirements: We value your health! We require everyone who enters the studio to wear a mask at all times while in the studio and during the class. We open the windows slightly for improved ventilation and wipe down studio surfaces with disinfectant wipes after class.

We look forward to meeting you! If you have any questions about the class you can contact us via e-mail at: TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com

Symphony of Sacred Sound

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Please join us for a SYMPHONY OF SACRED SOUND! A Sound Bath of Crystals, Singing Bowls, Chimes, Bells, and Tuning Forks. Sound healing uses the power of sacred music to reharmonize the entire body to its most beneficial state. When one hears the sound frequencies, the cells become attuned to that frequency and cause perfect harmony within the body. The different frequencies played during the sound bath will quiet the mind, decrease stress and anxiety, improve sleep, release physical and emotional pain to restore the body, mind and spirit to a sense of balance, creating a deeper sense of peace and well-being.

Please bring your own yoga mat, sleeping bag, blanket and pillows as needed for comfort (the studio is not carpeted) as you will lie on the floor. Some chairs will be available for those who cannot use the floor position or you may bring your own fold-up chair. This is a very transformative experience. I look forward to meeting you and seeing you there.

Event hosted by Lorri Mathewson, RMT, LMT has been using sound in her massage therapy practice for 30 years. She is a certified Biofield Tuning Practicioner and uses tuning forks in her healing practice.

When: Saturday, July 24th from 7 – 7:45 pm

Where: Tai Chi Revolution Studio located at 2827 James Street (corner of James and North Edwards), Syracuse, NY. The studio entrance is around the corner on North Edwards. Look for the Tia Chi Revolution sign in the window. There is a small parking lot adjacent to the studio and parking on the street.

Cost: $20/person, payable at the door or call Lorri at (716) 465-2784.

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We’re baaaack… with a New Beginner Class!!

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Tired of being cooped up in the house? Looking to get some of your flexibility and focus back? Would you like to begin to improve your balance and muscle strength? Do you enjoy learning in a fun and supportive environment? Well you’ve come to to right place! We are happy to announce that we are going to start a new six week beginner class!

In this beginner class you will learn:

  • the first 17 forms of the set
  • proper alignment and angles
  • body mechanics

Tai Chi is a low impact slow motion exercise that is done without pause and addresses some of the key components of fitness: muscle strength, flexibility and balance. You can start a Tai Chi practice no matter what your level of fitness or health because Tai Chi may be altered to fit the level of the student.

This class is great for someone who has never done Tai Chi before or someone who used to practice and would like a refresher class to help get back into the practice. Our studio is an open, bright and relaxing environment to learn in. We have friendly instructors and enthusiastic students who support people who are new to Tai Chi. All are welcome! You’ll find the specifics of the class below.

What: A new 6 week beginner class – Tuesday evenings

When: Starts on Tuesday, June 22 from 6 -7:30 pm (last class will be on Tuesday, July 27th).

Where: 2817 James Street – corner of James and North Edwards in Eastwood (Syracuse, NY). Look for the Moonlight Deli on James St. and turn onto North Edwards. We are on the North Edwards side of the building where there is a parking lot (free parking in this lot). Our sign is in the window of the studio.

Cost: $60 for the 6 week class. We accept cash or checks (sorry no credit cards). Payment accepted at the start of class.

What to wear: comfortable loose fitting clothing and comfortable flat shoes that enclose you whole foot (no flip flops).

We are looking forward to meeting you!!!

Check It Out! Two More Classes Added!!

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We are excited to announce that we have added TWO more classes to our weekly schedule and we hope to see you there!

In addition to the Tuesday night (6 – 7:30 pm) class starting on May 5th, we’ve added the following two classes for on-going students:

Thursdays from 10:30 – 12pm – starting on May 6th at the the studio. Want to do a set or two? Practice some specific moves? Enjoy the company of other Tai Chi practitioners in a friendly low stress environment? This open class is the place for you!

Fridays from 12:30 – 1:30 pm – starting on May 7th at the studio. Take a lunch break and relieve some of the workday stresses! Come practice tai chi with us and go back to work feeling like you did something that is good for you! Improve your balance, your endurance, leg strength and make a new friend. For this class you should have some tai chi experience.

We look forward to seeing everyone! If you are a new student and looking to learn Tai Chi please e-mail us at TaiChiRevolutionCNY@gmail.com to inquire about new beginner classes. We will also post new starting dates for beginner classes here so please check back often. You can find out more about us here

Things to know if you are planning to attend a class at the studio. Everyone attending a class in the studio will be required to wear a mask for the entire duration of the class for the time being. We will provide hand sanitizer and continue to ask that everyone wash their hands when entering the studio. We will keep the windows open for the entire duration of the class for added ventilation and will ask everyone to continue practicing social distancing for the time being. Many of the people in our club are older, immune compromised, or have other health issues that the practice of tai chi helps with. Let’s all continue to look out for each other at home, in our studio and in our community. We look forward to seeing all of our members and new people back in class!!