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Lotus Circle Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Martial art, practiced daily by people all over the world, which can be described as moving meditation: slow motion, low-impact mind-body practice. It is an art of how to gently and continuously change, grow and avoid stagnation. Daily practice of Tai Chi offers a proven approach to lifelong dynamic health rooted in the cultivation of Qi.
Benefits:
self awareness – better body awareness
intention – visualization
structural integrations – using the left and right side of the body as well as the top and bottom half simultaneously throughout the movements
active relaxation – standing and gentle circular movement, alternating moderate effort with active relaxation
strength and flexibility – slow, continuous, relaxed movements that provide dynamic stretching, which increases range of motion and flexibility
natural, free breathing – deeper breathing provides more oxygen to the body, which results in improved physical performance and a balanced, relaxed state
social support – practicing with an instructor and/or a group
embodied spirituality – integrating body, mind and spirit, Tai Chi is rooted in Taoist philosophy which aims for humans living in harmony with nature. It teaches adaptability and resilience, which helps with managing stress and recovering from adversity and trauma.
Daily Practice leads to improved Posture, Balance, Core Strength, Circulation, Flexibility, Attention, Concentration, Mood
Practicing Tai Chi benefits adults of any age, including variety of sports practitioners, athletes, martial artists. It realigns the body and mind, relieves the muscles and tendons from the stress of heavy use, while teaching more efficient and sustainable internal movement.
There are numerous studies on the observed benefits of Tai Chi Practice:
National Library of Medicine Overview of Tai Chi Benefits
Lotus Circle Tai Chi was founded by Seta Lerma in 2017, following a car accident which left her numb on one side. Physical therapy was not able to address the problems, but practicing Tai Chi gradually resolved the pain and numbness completely over the next 5 years. Seta has been training in Tai Chi since 2005 under Yi Ting Pei. Since 2017 she has been teaching in Danville, CA, Oakland, CA, Varna Bulgaria, Mexico, Sicily and the outlying islands. Private lessons are available in-person and online.
Training Options
Tai Chi Private Lessons
Discover the power of Moving Meditation Tai Chi and its ability to calm your mind, reduce stress, and promote better breathing through our specialized classes. Private lessons are 45 minutes each.
Tai Chi Group Classes
Training in Tai Chi has the following benefits: improved balance, flexibility and muscle strength, fall prevention, reduced stress, better flexibility, pain relief from conditions like arthritis, improved cardiovascular health, potential cognitive function enhancement, and can even help manage symptoms of depression. Tai Chi is a beneficial low-impact exercise for people of most fitness levels.
If you have a group of 3 people and are interested in forming your own class, please contact us.
We offer classes in the following areas: Danville, CA and Montclair (Oakland, CA)
Tai Chi for Corporate Wellness Programs
Tai Chi is a great addition to Corporate Wellness Programs. Some of the benefits include:
Stress reduction: The slow, deliberate movements of Tai Chi can help calm the mind and reduce stress.
Improved concentration: The focus required for Tai Chi can help employees improve their concentration and decision-making.
Increased productivity and wellbeing: Healthier workers are more productive , have a better work-life balance and a positive outlook.
Decreased unscheduled time-off: Tai Chi can help employees feel better and take fewer sick days
Tai Chi can be done indoors or outdoors and doesn't require special equipment. The class can be integrated into a lunchtime program and can be used for team building and health and safety stress reduction strategies.
We offer the following options:
live instructor led classes on your premises
online (virtual) classes
Classes are available in the Bay Area's Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
What Lotus Circle Tai Chi Students Say about their training:
Scott C.
Tai Chi Student since 2019
Alexander K.
Tai Chi Student since 2019
About 6 years ago Seta became my Tai Chi instructor and the experience has been truly life changing. Professionally my job is very stressful and I've found that taking time weekly to focus on an activity that helps both mind and body work together has really helped me. Specifically Tai Chi helps me with posture, breathing, self-awareness, mental perspective and focus. I consider my practice to be at a minimum health maintenance - but it's become more than that and it's something I'll do the rest of my life. Seta has taught me in both group and private sessions and online. She is very patient, yet finds ways to challenge me. Seta works with adults students of all ages - I'm mid 50's but I got my Dad, who is now in his 80's, to study with Seta and it's made a huge difference in his balance, mobility and posture. If you're open to consider a holistic approach to your physical and mental well being, I highly recommend taking the time to explore Tai Chi with Seta.