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Aaron Family Jewish Community Center
Class Description:
Modified Sun Style Tai Chi - Based on Dr. Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Arthritis program, SimplyAware Instructors are specially trained in ancient Qigong and Tai Chi techniques that help students find proper posture, better balance and deeper core strength. In addition, we work closely with both the Eastern and Western Medical Communities, through our network of professionals, to ensure students are being instructed with the utmost attention to the latest scientific exercise and physiotherapy information available. We begin each class with the day's "Principal Focus" then present a selection of Qigong exercises designed to help each student explore that focus as they warm their body and calm their mind. Following warm up is form training and detailed review of techniques based on a student's personal level of experience.
Class Established 2006
Class Location:
The J - Aaron Family Jewish Community Center
7900 Norhthaven Road, Dallas Texas 75230 [MAP IT]
Class Day / Time:
Every Tuesday - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Private Lessons available by appointment
What should I wear?
Loose comfortable clothing, flat soled flexible shoes or as close to a natural foot as you can be comfortably.
Instructor:
Tuesday - Fayne Bouguyon
Class Fees:
Fitness Center Members
$10.00 per class
$45.00 for 5 class punch ticket
$80.00 for 10 class punch ticket
Non-Members
$14.00 per class
$65.00 for 5 class punch ticket
$120.00 for 10 class punch ticket
Membership Required?
No. Class is open to the public but fitness center members enjoy a generous discount
Class Ambassador Contact:
n/a
Professional Member of the National Qigong Association
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