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- Members $80
- Nonmembers $100
Enhance your visit to the garden with the moving meditation practices of Tai Chi and Qigong (“Chee Kung”). Guided imagery will lead you through motion and stillness to explore the Daoist principles of living in harmony with nature. You will “Breathe in the Sky”, “Embrace a Tree” and “Gather from the Earth,” among other traditional forms, to embody the patterns and rhythms of the natural world and to deepen your connection to yourself and your surroundings. Enjoy how these gentle self-care exercises nourish your vitality and serenity, awakening your appreciation for the vibrancy, beauty and restorative power of the garden.
Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment or experience is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes. Please wear flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Tickets for this program include the entire 4-week series, held from 10am-11am on September 3, 10, 17 & 24.
Speaker
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Gurney BolsterFounder of Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to move safely and effectively, how to avoid injury, and how to heal more quickly after injury or illness. She has worked with people of all ages and abilities to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Network’s Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
Enhance your visit to the garden with the moving meditation practices of Tai Chi and Qigong (“Chee Kung”). Guided imagery will lead you through motion and stillness to explore the Daoist principles of living in harmony with nature. You will “Breathe in the Sky”, “Embrace a Tree” and “Gather from the Earth,” among other traditional forms, to embody the patterns and rhythms of the natural world and to deepen your connection to yourself and your surroundings. Enjoy how these gentle self-care exercises nourish your vitality and serenity, awakening your appreciation for the vibrancy, beauty and restorative power of the garden.
Classes are taught standing with some seating provided. No equipment or experience is needed. Wear comfortable everyday clothes. Please wear flat, flexible shoes attached at the heel.
Tickets for this program include the entire 4-week series, held from 10am-11am on September 3, 10, 17 & 24.
Speaker
-
Gurney BolsterFounder of Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh
Gurney Bolster (she/her) has an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and has been studying dance, tai chi and western approaches to mind-body integration since 1977. For 18 years she was an adjunct professor in the contemporary dance departments of Concordia University and the University of Quebec in Montreal, teaching dancers and dance teachers to understand and respect the body, to move safely and effectively, how to avoid injury, and how to heal more quickly after injury or illness. She has worked with people of all ages and abilities to help them enjoy their natural power, grace and expression in movement.
Gurney formed Tai Chi for Health Pittsburgh upon moving here in 2005. She has taught tai chi for Allegheny Health Network’s Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, Highmark, CCAC Life Enrichment and the Allegheny County Public Health Department. She teaches her own classes online and in-person at numerous locations in the area. For more information visit taichiforhealthpittsburgh.com.
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