Tai Chi Classes

Recommendation

I just finished up a Beginner Series with Sharon and a group of 4 others. Sharon is a great teacher, very patient and keeps the class moving while adjusting the pace to fit the needs of each of the students. On any given evening, one of us inevitably has a bit of a "block" with one of the moves. Almost magically, in the end, we all made it comfortably to the expected depth in the series. And from there, we've chosen to continue our class together in order to go further into the form. While it's true we have miles to go in Tai Chi, we have learned enough that we can practice on our own, which adds to enjoyment and confidence. All of which leads to a hearty recommendation from me. -- Andy P.    January 2016 Beginner Series

Moonlight Tai Chi offers ongoing classes, allowing students to start any time, rather than waiting until the beginning of a new "semester" or series. Beginner Series are also offered from time to time giving newcomers the chance to learn only with other beginners. Both types of classes are beneficial to learning.

You may attend classes as often, or as infrequently as you wish. Many students attend every week, others may go only twice a month. Of course it's better for your health to attend on a regular basis, but practically speaking, this isn't always possible.

Current Schedule (2017-2018)

Ongoing All-Levels class,
Wednesday evenings, 6:00-7:30pm
No experience necessary, all fitness and skill levels are welcome. $20 per class.

Classes are held in South Burlington, VT on Allen Road.

Please email or call me (802.383.8737) before your first class so that we can introduce ourselves and I can give you directions to the practice space. After that, just show up whenever you wish. If you plan on attending infrequently, it's good to get added to the student email list because occasionally the class may be cancelled or rescheduled to a different day of week and these types of notifications will be done by email.

New Class Notification

Email sierra@HikeNewEngland.com with any questions or to be notified when new classes are added or when the schedule is otherwise rearranged.

Classes by Request

• Another Time or Place: If you'd like to have a certain class offered at a particular time, or day of week, or location, please let me know. When a trend develops, I will add more classes.
• Corporate Classes: Having classes at work is a great way to ensure your employees' health (both physical and mental). Before-work classes are a great way to set the tone for the day, after-work classes are a great wind-down from the tension of the work hours, and lunch-time classes provide the best of both worlds. Please contact me if you are interested in exploring this option.
• Demos: If you have a group that wants to learn more about Tai Chi, please let me know and I can arrange to give a demonstration.
• Private Lessons are available for $50/hour.

Slow Set

Class Types

Beginner: This is where you'll learn the foundation of Tai Chi -- The Yang Long Form "Slow Set". We will also do both moving (Tai Chi Gong, etc.) and stationary (Standing Tree) Qigong. To make the Slow Set relevant, we will delve into some "push hands" partner practice to get familiar with the martial applications that are part of Slow Set.
Class length: 1 hour for a newly established class; 1.5 hours after the student body progresses to a certain point.

All-Levels: This class is open to both newcomers and those that are more experienced. We will learn, practice, and expand our knowledge of Slow Set. We will also learn Fast Set which is a fast-and-fun compressed version of Slow Set. And we will more deeply explore martial applications through partner practice, including Four Corners, Three Step, Slow Set Dui Lian, and double push hands.
Class length: 1.5 hours.

Advanced: The advanced classes are for those that have a strong grasp of Slow Set, Fast Set, and partner practices introduced in the regular classes. We will learn Family Set (both the slow and slow-and-fast versions), Family Set Dui Lian, Kai He (Hard Hands), Sword, and Double Sticks. We will also learn forms that make use of a Chinese broadsword (referred to as a "knife") -- Short Knife (First Knife), and Long Knife (Second Knife). And of course, we will continue to hone the martial applications through partner practice.
Class length: 1 hour.

What Should I Wear?

Wear loose, comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes. Flat-soled shoes are the best, as they won't throw off your posture. Tai Chi is traditionally practiced with long pants and long sleeves, but that is not a requirement. You should be comfortable and not have your clothing hamper your movements.