Testimonial by Keane Kevin from Germany

Hui Hsing, Kevin & Gladys

In five lessons, Gladys expertly led me step-by-step through the basic Taichi for Osteoporosis programme so that I am now able to practise on my own. The benefits of less stiffness,  greater flexibilty, strength and peace of mind that result I owe to her. Thanks, Gladys

SATURDAY TAIJI GROUP AT TOA PAYOH PARK

The uniqueness of this group is the closeness and bond formed among the members. 
They meet weekly an-hour-plus before class commences to rehearse and stay an-hour-plus after class for makan-kechil & friendly discourse at the Kopitiam.
Apart from the weekly supervised training, the group initiate meet-to-practice sessions at their condos, reservoir parks, botanical gardens & resort chalets to hone in their practice of taichi.

Practising At Taiji-By-The-Sea Retreat

 
这是星期六大巴窑公园的太极班。非常特别的一班。从两年半前的完全陌生到今天的相知相惜。
每个星期六的正规课前，这群朋友会提早一个小时自己练习，互相切磋，课后就相约去喝咖啡聊天。除此之外， 他们会相约去不同的住处，公园，蓄水池等额外练习。
时不时，他们也会一起出国， 到邻近国家来个太极静休之旅，再把旅程拍摄成专辑。
今天这小组的团结，我要特别感谢David Teo,一个很有魅力的组长，不遗余力的付出，让大家找到太极的归宿。

Morning taiji practice at resort chalet

Preparing Pandan Chicken at the Retreat

Interestingly, this group have also organised a few travel-cum-taichi retreats to not so far away places like Bintan, Malacca and Cameron Highlands. In all these retreats, photo-movies (DVD) capturing their unforgettable journeys in taichi were burnt for participants. You should see the amazing movies made by this group to know what I mean.                                                                                                                       

Taiji Practise at St Peter's Church, Malaka

 

Anyone keen to learn taichi & need a support group to help them in their journey in taichi will find this group unusually supportive & enriching.

My greatest appreciatio to the charismatic group leader David Teo whose passion and devotion has bonded the friendship.

1st May Outing To Bukit Timah Hill

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Bukit Timah Hill 

7.30am, 100 of us，from Yio Chu Kang CC Taiji Club, in 2 buses headed to  Bt Timah Hill for hiking to the summit.
After much panting and sweating, everyone reached their goals with gladness.
This outing is our annual activity where students get the chance to mingle and bond outside of their taiji lesson.
七点三十分，一行人分成两辆巴士，浩浩荡荡出发到武吉知马山。这是杨厝港民众俱乐部太极组的常年活动。趁此机会让不同班级的学员集聚在一起，除了运动和打太极外，也让大家互相认识，交流和培养感情.

Trying out a less tiring way to climb the steep slope, forward or backward?
哎哟！这条山路这么陡峭，应该面向还是背向比较容易呢？
虽然有点难度，汗流浃背，大家还是互相扶持，不畏辛苦，终于抵达顶峰。

Oop! this is gentle and easier
经过陡峭的山路，这个走道平坦多了。

After an exhausting morning, lunch time is here
爬完山，消耗体力后，一顿丰盛的午餐是大家所期待的

After a delicious lunch, sightseeing at Marina Sand and Singapore Flyer
饱餐之后的下一站是金沙购物中心和观景轮










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Bukit Timah Hill 

Singapore Keep Fit Taiji 18 Steps

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24 Forms Simplified Taijiquan 24式简化太极拳

Hi, to all my taiji learners,

Pls go to the link
24 Forms Simplified Taijiquan 24式简化太极拳
for the 24 forms simplified taijiquan posture handout.
As a way to save the environment, pls print only when necessary.

Dr Paul Lam - 2011 Workshop in Singapore

Dr Paul, the world leader in the field of Taichi For Health Improvement, is coming to Singapore in May, he will conduct two workshop:
1) Explore the depth of Taichi  
2) Taichi for Energy _brochure 

Venue: Kampong Glam CC
Date: 1) 29th & 30th May 2011  2) 4th & 5th June 2011
Time: 9.00am to 5.00pm
Fee: S$300.00 per workshop

Contact me @ 98592263 or email to: gladys.tanmf@gmail.com should you need further information

Yio Chu Kang CC Wed Beginner class

今天2011年四月六日，这个初级太极班特别开心，因为经过24课的挣扎和努力，他们终于完成了保健太极18式。对很多人，这似乎不是难事，但对这群初学者来说，这是多么了不起的成就。我很欣赏这个班，虽然很多招式有待改正，但他们都很用心和虚心，大家互相学习。当我鼓励他们多练习时，他们马上组织一个兴趣小组，自备音乐，每个星期六多练习一次，互相纠正彼此的错误，多么贴心可爱。这六个月来，大家都成了朋友， 交换联络号码，分享生活经验和笑话，一起喝咖啡，每次上课时，笑声不绝，因为班上有一个开心果，Mr TJ Tan, 猜猜哪位是Mr Tan? 另外，我也要感谢两位助手，Michelle Hoo 和 Agnes Hoo.   加油！！我们可以做得更好

6 April 2011- This is my Yio Chu Kang CC Wed Taiji Beginner Class.  Tonite, they are excited with overwhelming applause as this is the completion of their lesson, SKF 18 taiji. After 6 months of struggling, hardwork and pain, the class finally come to fruition with a lot of satisfaction written on the faces. Technically, their forms needs a a lot of refinement and adjustment but the class impressed me with their enthusiasm and passion. An interest group equiped with music player and regular practice was formed immediately when I encouraged them to have extra practice. The class is always full of laughter and friendship is fostered when they interacting with each other sharing their experience and skills. I specially have to mentioned Mr TJ Tan as he is always the cheering leader and many thanks to my two assistance, Michelle Hoo and Ages Hoo. Keep up, Class