Tai Chi Classes for Seniors

Senior Services of Will County, in partnership with the New Lenox Safe Communities America Coalition and New Lenox Township, are offering the 12-week Tai Chi Program for people over 50 years of age.  The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi is an especially good way for older adults to exercise, reduce the likelihood of falls, prevent injuries and improve quality of life.   

The classes will be held in the basement of the Guy Sell Senior Housing Apartments located at 1100 South Cedar Road, New Lenox, IL beginning on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 and ending on Tuesday, May 29, 2012.   The Tai Chi Classes are on the beginner level and will be held every Tuesday afternoon from 1:00pm to 2:00 pm.   Mr. Wayne Jupiter of WDJ Productions is the Tai Chi instructor with 14 years of experience.  

The goal of the class is to improve balance and to prevent falls, increase flexibility, and reduce stress.  No special clothing is needed.  The suggested donation is $15.00 for the twelve week class.  You do not need to be a New Lenox resident to attend the classes. 

To sign up for class you may: 

• Reach Senior Services Center of Will County – 815-723-9713 to sign up by phone or use website:  www.taichicultivation.com.
• Call 815-485-6431 or come in to New Lenox Township and ask for Kathie Johnson.
• Come to class first day (March 13th) to sign up and pay (cash/check) for classes.

What is Tai Chi?

• Tai Chi is a centuries old system that promotes harmony between the mind and body.  Tai Chi is a form of exercise with slow and gentle movements and postures along with deep breathing and moving meditation. 
• Tai Chi is fast becoming one of the more popular exercises in the western world.    Its low-impact slow and soothing relaxing movements incorporate deep breathing and relaxing postures that cleanse the mind and body each time you go through the gentle movements.
• Tai Chi benefits for health improvements include: balance improvement with lower risk of falls; improved strength, conditioning, coordination and flexibility; reduced pain and stiffness, enhanced sleep; overall sense of well-being with greater awareness and stress reduction.