We Begin with Strength, Friendship, & Humility
While we strive for good health, we also desire happiness. Our purpose as the Tai Chi for Health Community is to empower people to improve their health and wellness by making Tai Chi for Health accessible to everyone. Some benefits of Tai Chi include:
IMPROVING BALANCE, BODY AWARENESS, RANGE OF MOTION, & JOINT MOBILITY
IMPROVING RELAXATION, SELF-AWARENESS, SELF-ASSURANCE, & STABILITY
LOWERING ANXIETY & STRESS, & IMPROVING MEMORY, FOCUS, & SLEEP
Monterey Bay Tai Chi for Health Community (MBTCHC) is an affiliate organization of the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) founded by Dr. Paul Lam. Our dedication to our students is rooted in mutual trust and respect. Our organization makes it a point to conduct classes with appropriate form modifications to allow persons with mobility limitations to benefit from the Play of Tai Chi. Our practice of safe instruction and guidance is part of our promise to empower people in their pursuit of better health and well-being by creating a community of strength, friendship, and humility.
The Tai Chi Forms We Practice
Our courses and workshops practice the forms, principles, and techniques developed from Dr. Paul Lam's 40-year research and practice of these generational Tai Chi forms. His shared knowledge is instilled in TCHI's 12 years of standard practice. Our organization strives to increase the awareness of using Tai Chi for Health as a betterment of overall well-being.
Safe Guidance Toward Health and Wellness
Medical research shows that tai chi improves chronic conditions and aids problems associated with aging. Our programs are easy-to-learn, enjoyable, effective for health, and safe. Join a class and feel the gradual benefits of repeated practice with Tai Chi for Health.
Meet Your Future Instructors
We are a team of a master trainer, a senior trainer, and certified instructors passionate about bettering your health through the play of tai chi. Our community is always open to welcoming new participants. Get in touch with us and begin a journey toward improving your well-being with Tai Chi for Health.
Hei Takarabe
Master Trainer
Leon Garden
Certified Instructor
David Murphy
Certified Instructor
Liana Olson
Senior Trainer
Wayne Marien
Certified Instructor
Aurelie Chinn
Certified Instructor
Pam Mensah
Certified Instructor
Tai Chi for Health is Recognized By
We proudly instruct programs recommended by organizations such as the CDC, AoA, and ACSM for arthritis health management, fall prevention, neuromotor functional fitness, and older adult health and wellness.
Tai Chi is for Everyone
What Participants Say .
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I have been a student in the Tai Chi for Health program for over 4 years. Over time I noticed several benefits to my overall health. The most significant change is in my blood pressure, where the doctor was able to reduce the medicine dosage significantly. Also, my balance has greatly improved. But the most welcomed change is in my energy level. I have met some great people in the class, who now are among my dearest friends.
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~ Eva, 74 years young