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  • Welcome to Serenity Tai Chi and Fitness

    Nestled in the beautiful Lockyer Valley, QLD, we are dedicated to helping people improve balance, strength, and overall well-being through the Tai Chi for Health programs. Developed by Dr. Paul Lam in collaboration with Tai Chi and medical experts, these programs are safe, enjoyable, and easy to learn, making them accessible to all ages and abilities. Using the Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method, Tai Chi becomes an approachable and rewarding practice. A great starting point is Sun-style Tai Chi, known for its upright posture, gentle follow-step movements, and adaptability for physical limitations. This style is particularly beneficial for those with chronic… Read more

  • The essential upright posture in Tai Chi – Wuji

    Wuji (also known as Wu Chi) is a foundational stance used at the beginning and end of movements. It can also serve as a standalone practice for standing meditation. Proper body alignment ensures a smooth flow of energy. Body Alignment In Wuji stance, your weight is evenly distributed between both feet. Your knees should be slightly bent, not locked. Tilt your pelvis backward slightly to bring your tailbone forward. Maintain an open space under your armpits and keep your back straight. Align your ears with your shoulders, hips, and ankles. Rest your tongue gently on the roof of your mouth,… Read more

  • Dan Tian Breathing

    In my Tai Chi classes this week, we focused on breathing, specifically Dan Tian breathing. One of the most important lesson was… Don’t stop breathing. Breath is life. Learning Dan Tian breathing can be challenging as it can be quite different to how you normally breathe as you will use muscles not usually thought of as being involved in breathing. In his video, Dr. Paul Lam explains the beneficial effects Dan Tian breathing has on body, mind and spirit. Start with a few breaths first, even just one is enough, then build up to say a set of 3 times… Read more

  • Tai Chi for Health and Falls Prevention

    In nursing we would always say that walking is a series of controlled falls. In my work, I have seen many people walk and I often wondered how come they don’t fall more often. You see them walking stooped over, learning on a wheely walker or shopping trolley, shuffling their feet. If you sit and observe people for a while, you will see it really is just like a series of controlled falls, or an accident to happen, yet people feel safe walking like that. But if anything puts that person out of control, a stumble for example, or the… Read more

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