Join us for free weekly Eight-Form Tai Chi sessions, hosted by the OU Online Confucius Institute
Discover the calming power of Tai Chi - one breath, one movement at a time. Running weekly on Mondays, 1.30-2.00 pm from 8th September until 27th October 2025.
This free 8-week online Tai Chi course is designed to support the mental and physical wellbeing of Open University staff, students, and members of the public.
Guided by an experienced instructor, this course introduces the 八式太极拳 (Eight-Form Tai Chi) - a simplified yet powerful routine that blends gentle movement, breath, and awareness. You’ll learn step-by-step, gradually building confidence, balance, and inner calm - all from the comfort of your own space.
Beyond movement, the course offers insights into the philosophy and cultural roots of Tai Chi, exploring key ideas from Traditional Chinese Medicine such as Qi (vital energy), Yin and Yang, and the role of stillness in healing.
What you’ll gain:
• A full 8-movement Tai Chi routine you can use for your own daily wellbeing
• Better posture, focus, relaxation, and body awareness
• An introduction to Chinese concepts of health and energy
• Connection to a supportive learning community
About the instructor:
YU Feixia is a senior instructor of yoga and Health Qigong, and the founder of YuTaichi & Qigong Training. She runs weekly Tai Chi and Qigong classes both online and in-person. She regularly features in local press and speaks about Tai Chi, Qigong, and Chinese wellbeing practices at BBC Radio Lancashire. Trained by Grand Master Chen Xiaowang, she became his "in-door disciple" and qualified as a Tai Chi instructor in 2013 and 2019.
Sessions will take place on Zoom. You can register for indvidual dates or the full 8 weeks. The Zoom link is provided upon registration.
