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Don't lose heart!

One of the things most students new to Taiji think, is how easy it is.

Nov 15, 20211 min read

A different avenue of expression

There comes a time when there's a need to seek new challenges. And no, I'm not quitting Taiji.

Oct 29, 20212 min read

Asia on your doorstep

With UK in lockdown or under further restrictions, most of us aren't going to be going anywhere far.

Sep 14, 20215 min read

Class update August 2021

Since the last update, the Government has relaxed the rules on gatherings. However, we shall continue with social distancing in class.

Aug 15, 20212 min read

Changing destiny

What's bothering you right now? Or are you happy with your life?

Jul 31, 20212 min read

Will doing Tai Chi help me lose weight?

A common question people ask is if Taiji will help them lose weight? The quick answer is yes, but it depends on a number of factors.

Jul 16, 20214 min read

Synchronised chaos

One of the things students learn about Taiji is the challenge of moving.

Jun 30, 20212 min read

Cultivating your mind

I recently had the opportunity to visit the Japanese Garden in Hammersmith Park.

May 30, 20212 min read

Managing expectations

One of the things we as students always have is an element of doubt. This is normal, but don't let it ruin your progress.

May 15, 20212 min read

Tai Chi humour

Somebody anonymously sent me a message through my website and asked How many Tai Chi students does it take to change a lightbulb?

Apr 29, 20212 min read

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Class update April 2025

Mar 23 min read

Shadow boxing

What is shadow boxing to you?

Feb 53 min read

The Tai Chi journey so far

This year has really flown by and I haven't really sat down to relax and have a proper think about how things are.

Jan 42 min read

The Guardians of Waterfall Bay

Over the years I've visited Hong Kong, there is something that I have noticed. So why are these statues here?

Nov 2, 20244 min read

Tai Chi at the movies

When was the last time you saw Tai Chi on the big screen?

Aug 30, 20247 min read

How many hours of Tai Chi have you done?

Whilst chatting to students in the park. We stumbled on the topic of quality over time. So how many hours of Tai Chi have you done?

Jan 27, 20242 min read

Is loss such a bad thing?

We all experienced loss in some way. But is loss such a bad thing?

Sep 2, 20232 min read

That was rubbish!

Over Christmas, I decided to do a bit of clearing up. So I got to my my collection of old videos and it was a bit of an eye opener.

Jan 15, 20232 min read

Shinrin-Roku (forest bathing)

The concept of Shinrin-Roku (森林浴) is not new, but has become more popular in recent years. So what is is?

Jul 29, 20223 min read

Goodbye Sifu!

I have been informed that my Master Dan Docherty has sadly passed away. It is a great shock to myself and to the Taiji community in the UK.

Dec 10, 20212 min read

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