Welcome to The Traditional Tai Chi Method Welcome, and thank you for being here. This community is a space to learn authentic, traditional Tai Chi in a calm, structured way. It is especially suited to beginners over 40 who want to improve strength, balance, and overall well-being through steady, patient practice. During January, feel free to explore the group, watch the introduction video, and introduce yourself below if you wish. Formal lessons will begin in February, with short, repeatable practices shared regularly. There is no rush here. Tai Chi works through consistency and attention over time. I’m glad you’ve joined us. Stephen

This is an exercise that requires no previous knowledge of any tai chi forms or Qi gong practice. Simply stand or sit comfortably. Breathing through the nose, take three to five deep slow relaxed breaths, and just notice where the body holds tension, don't try to change it, just become aware of it, that awareness is already a great start to learning Tai chi. What did you notice?

If you’re comfortable sharing, I’d love to know what brought you here. You might be: - Feeling stiff or tense - Looking for a calmer way to move - Curious about traditional martial Tai Chi - Returning to practice after a break There’s no right or wrong reason. Simply leave a short comment below. Reading each other’s experiences helps shape this community.

Lesson 2 has just been uploaded and continues the form with the opening into Ward-Off. Take your time with this one and let the movement unfold naturally. As always, there’s no rush, consistency matters more than speed. Enjoy your practice, As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Stephen

This lesson continues the form and introduces Look in the Mirror, Roll Back, Press and Double Push. Take your time with it and focus on relaxed turning and clear weight transfer. There’s no need to rush, let the movement unfold gradually. A short refinement video will follow later in the week. Enjoy your practice, Stephen