Tai Chi - Wellspring - Brampton
5 Inspiration Way,
Brampton, ON,
L6R 0L7
(more dates available)
Cost: Free
Registration: Required
Program Leader: Jill Heath Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise that involves gentle movements, performed with the intention of connecting mind and body. Sometimes described as “meditation
Program Leader: Jill Heath
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise that involves gentle movements, performed with the intention of connecting mind and body. Sometimes described as “meditation in motion” this program requires deep focus and concentration as one stays in the moment and develops the mindfulness that Tai Chi promotes. In the Wellspring context, Tai Chi is an effective tool for members on their wellness journey. The short sequences of movement can be practiced daily for calming, relaxation, balance and harmony, all vital properties of health and wholeness.
This is entry level, where we welcome all beginners. Members are exposed to the art of Tai Chi by learning a short sequence, standing meditation and simple breathing exercises.
Common benefits
- Reduced cancer-related fatigue
- Improved quality of life
- Cognitive improvement (clearer thinking)
- Strengthened immune system
- Restored and improved energy flow
- Improved balance and coordination
- Relaxed body and mind
- Achieve a sense of calm and improve overall well-being
- Physical benefits of flexibility, balance and range of motion
Related research
- Irwin MR, Olmstead R, Carrillo C, et al. Tai Chi Chih Compared With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the Treatment of Insomnia in Survivors of Breast Cancer: A Randomized, Partially Blinded, Noninferiority Trial. J Clin Oncol. 2017 Aug 10;35(23):2656-2665.
- Mazzocco K, Milani A, Ciccarelli C, Marzorati C, Pravettoni G. Evidence for Choosing Qigong as an Integrated Intervention in Cancer Care: An Umbrella Review. Cancers (Basel). 2023 Feb 12;15(4):1176. doi: 10.3390/cancers15041176. PMID: 36831519; PMCID: PMC9954038.
- Ni X, Chan RJ, Yates P, et al. The effects of Tai Chi on quality of life of cancer survivors: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Support Care Cancer. Oct 2019;27(10):3701-3716.
- Yao LQ, Kwok SWH, Tan JB, et al. The effect of an evidence-based Tai chi intervention on the fatigue-sleep disturbance-depression symptom cluster in breast cancer patients: A preliminary randomised controlled trial. Eur J Oncol Nurs. Sep 28 2022;61:102202.
- Zeng Y, Luo T, Xie H, Huang M, Cheng AS. Health benefits of qigong or tai chi for cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Complement Ther Med. 2014 Feb;22(1):173-86. doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2013.11.010
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