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Testimonals

Wednesdays'Class

Fridays' Class
Top row, Joan S and Catherine (Teacher)
Second row seated: Robin, Jill, Muriel, Angela, Dorothy, Margarete, Beryl, Elaine, Pat O, Kay, kneeling, Joan P.
Beryl Kay
Kay (far right) I have enjoyed the Forest Rock Style of Taiji for the past 6 years, when it was introduced to the North Shore.I find it simple yet very subtle.It is neither competitive nor physically demanding but the benefits gained from regular practice are inexplicable.

Elaine, Angela and Joan S
Elaine (70+) (Back of photo in Blue)
"I find this class very relaxing. The movements and complete workout give a feeling of happiness. Thanks to our teacher for imparting this."
Angela (73) (Black Top)
"Taiji works for me in many areas pleasure, fitness, spiritual, and is my favourite activity."
Joan S ( In the fore Ground)

Robin Jill (65)
"Taiji for me…. "Serenity, tranquillity and inner peace
‘The soul unfolds itself, like a lotus – all alongside a wonderful flow of energy.
of countless petals’ Kahlil Gibran Physically Taiji enables my body to be
Well-being. Peace. Tranquility. Serenity. the best it can be. Im addicted! We are
A wonderful group – caring about each a wonderful caring group."
other,supportive, sharing experiences.
Catherine – an excellent teacher,
patient, thorough, step-by-step modelling."
Muriel (83) Joan P
"I find Taiji very relaxing, the gentle "I really do enjoy the classes."
exercises are helpful, the group I am
with are kind and friendly and our teacher
is an inspiration to us all."

Margarete Pat (82)
Shirley. 74yrs. " I`m a relatively new member of this group being introduced to tai chi through ACC Balance Classes at AUT and loved it. I find Tai chi so calming and uplifting"

Betty C (80) Dorothy L (67)
"I feel it is good for the body and brain. "The gentle exercises, the brain gym,
With an excellent teacher it is not only the professional teacher, the good
beneficial but a pleasure…and the company company, make a really wonderful
is stimulating too." experience each time."

Rae and Ann
Rae. "Having had a broken hip in August which did not seem to be improving, I have begun these classes and find they have improved my balance immensely. Thankyou very much."
Ann G (72)
A whole body movement and exercise – for me a physical and mental relaxation, the company of ‘like minded’ women aided by a professional teacher.
Sue
"The unity of the group under Catherine`s instruction provides an ideal basis for the taiji exercises.
For me it is an hour of meditation in good company and the benefits of even one morning a week are really obvious"
Joanne
Joanne: 87 yrs. "I am a foundation member of the original Takapuna classes from 2003. Tai chi has opened up to me a whole world of movement, thought and existence"
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