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Latest News & Events (June 08)

Happening Now: A Time for Tai Chi

Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays until 8th June 2008
Time: 08.15–09.15
Venue: Somerset House - River Terrace, Strand, London, WC2R 1LA

A Time for Tai Chi


Join us for an open Tai Chi session at Somerset House every Tuesday and Thursday morning throughout June, led by tutors from London Lishi Arts. Enjoy a relaxing and energising start to your day this summer. Suitable for beginners as well as those with experience. Come dressed as you are, though loose clothing and light footwear are recommended. Tai Chi at Somerset House is part of the build up to Big Dance 2008.

FREE - Suitable for beginners
For more information visit: www.somersethouse.org.uk

Coming Soon: London Lishi Arts 2008 Summer School

Date: July 11th - 14th (Frid - Mon)
Time: 10.00am–3.00pm each day
Venue: Elizabeth House Community Centre, 2 Hurlock Street, Islington N5 1ED Map

Lishi Summer School 2008


Open to Beginners who have never tried Lishi Tai Chi before. You are welcome to come for one day or several. London Lishi Arts teaches the Lishi method of 'Daoist Whole-Body Breathing' incorporating Tai Chi (moving like water), Qi Gong (energy work) and Dao Yin (breath work). The course will be led by Alex Boyd who has over 20 years experience.

£15/£20 per day - Suitable for beginners
For more information visit: VisitLondon

Regular Weekly Classes

Our Lishi classes take place as follows:

East Dulwich
Thursday 1:30-3:00pm
The Dulwich Constitutional Club, 33 East Dulwich Grove, London SE22 8PW Map
Call Lesley: 07786 927035

Near Arsenal (2 classes)
Monday 6:30-9:30pm
Thursday 7:00-9:00pm
Elizabeth House Community Centre, 2 Hurlock Street, Islington N5 1ED Map
Call Jonathon on 07786233317

Winchmore Hill
Wednesday 7:00-8:30pm
Winchmore Hill Methodist Church Green Lanes London N13 4EP Map
Call Ron on 07950179022

Near Angel (From 2nd July 2008)
Wednesday 12.30-2.00pm
The Yoga Biomedical Trust, 90-92 Pentonville Road, London N1 9HS Map
Call Tom on 07950 531431

Benefits of Lishi

The benefits of Daoist (or Taoist) exercise systems are phenomenal and if you are looking to improve your health, fitness, confidence or well-being in any way, then you are lucky to have discovered this page.


The Daoist Arts will change your life!

Our classes and courses are friendly and welcoming with people of all ages and abilities. You are very welcome and are guaranteed to have fun, so if you think this could be for you, come along. All you need is loose comfortable clothing (e.g. Tracksuit bottoms, T-shirt and trainers).

You will learn:


Daoist culture and etiquette
How to keep fit and healthy
How to improve your posture
How to move effectively and efficiently
How to defend yourself
How to eat well
How to improve your concentration & memory
How to use and develop your energy

The graceful movements are based on breathing techniques and the use of qi (chi) energy. This means the movements are soft and fluid but also very powerful, and can have great health benefits. Fast but also slow, light but also heavy, these arts are physically expressive and can be applied in many areas of life.

 

The London Lishi Arts (pronounced Lee Sher) classes include :

Daoist Taiji / Tai Chi
Kai Men / Daoist yoga
Dao Yin Breathing Exercises and Qi Gong
Daoist Gongfu / Feng Shou / "Hand of the Wind" Kung Fu Self Defence
Traditional Daoist Wushu
Daoist stick, sword, sabre & silk


This is the perfect opportunity to discover how the ancient wisdom of Lishi could enhance your life. Click here to send us your questions, find out more and let us know you'd like to attend

To see Lishi in action click the picture below, then click again to play the YouTube video

 

The benefits that come from doing an exercise system based on the principles and philosophy of Taoism are phenomenal so if you are looking to improve your health, fitness, confidence or well-being in any way, then rest assured, you have found what you're looking for.

Don't just take our word for it, come along to a Lishiclass in London and discover for yourself.

What's more, if you are aged 16-25 you could be eligible for reduced costs!Click here to learn more.

The A big secret in learning the Daoist Arts is that no matter the weather, how busy you are or how you are feeling, put on your coat and get to a class!

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London Tai Chi

encompassing kung fu, self-defense, tai chi, breathing, dao yin, chi gung, nei gung, longevity breathing, whole body breathing, healthy breathing, daoist,

taoist

, wrestling, stick work, sword work, silk, fan, sabre, chi gung,

qiqong

,yijin, muscle change, massage and health arts.

Chee Soo