SOME COMMENTS FROM STUDENTS

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"I have spent just over 40 years learning how to sit, stand and walk slightly off balance. The effort of maintaining this has been taking its toll with tension in my shoulders and some headaches at the end of a working day, sitting in front of the computer or in meetings. At the beginning of September 07 I began a course in Tai chi at with Abhayamati. This gentle but strenuous way of moving is allowing me to learn how to rebalance myself. My shoulders are markedly lower and I am learning how to sit and walk with a more balanced posture.
It is not just another exercise class. Abhayamati’s teaching is a little like the Tai chi itself, subtle with a powerful influence; it works on several levels, the physical, the psychological and the spiritual.
My experience of Tai chi has not just stayed with Tuesday evenings, but has begun to soak through into the rest of my life. I am discovering a way of being aware of the subtle energy and tension in my body and this is teaching me about myself. I have increased my awareness of ‘me’ in relation to others at work and at home. I am able to use the Tai chi as a method for steadying myself when I am agitated or frustrated. I am not saying that all is now perfect in my life, but I am really enjoying learning a new way of being with myself."

TRACY

"I have been doing tai chi classes with Abhayamati for three years now and
have found it has had a profound effect on me both physically and mentally.
I have become more focused and able to concentrate. I can relax more
easily. I see things in a slightly different way now. I am aware of many
links between the principles that I learn in the tai chi class and the rest
of my life. Learning The Form has required discipline and practice but
brings amazing benefits. I am very lucky to have both Abhayamati as my
teacher and my co-students to practice with. Its exhausting but always
great fun and I have got an awful lot out of it."

LC   

"I have been going to the Taiji courses for approximately 2 years now and I am hooked! Abhayamati's teaching style is patient and non-competative, considering very much the health and well-being aspects of the practice. This means all age ranges and abilities will find it enjoyable, but over time it has meant we have worked with some real depth to the practice.

The classes themselves are very friendly and informal. I am however, amazed at how much I have learned, including exercises, form and partner work or 'push hands'. I am also beginning to realise, like all good chinese riddles, how much more there is to learn!

All in all, I would thoroughly recommend Abhayamati's Taiji classes, especially if its something you have always wanted to do, but just never quite made that commitment, its well worth it."

TIM 

"I have been going to the Taiji courses for 18 months now and have found it a fantastic experience. The teacher is very patient and considerate in his teaching method and non- competitive in his style, which has meant that the classes are enjoyed by all age ranges. It also means that we have worked in some real depth in the practice, considering very much the health and well-being aspects of the practice.

Although the style of teaching is very friendly and informal I am amazed at how much has actually been covered and how much of the various exercises and form I have picked up. All in all, I would thoroughly recommend learning Taiji at the Buddhist Centre, and they have nice tea too!"

TIM SHUKER-YATES    5/5

"I loved every minute of this course with the practice day being the highlight. Having the opportunity to practise Tai chi during a whole day is just fabulous; the energy towards the end of the day was great, and it was almost a shame to break it up, although you take the energy home... Look forward to a practice week???...
With thanks
geertje"

GEERTJE ANDERSON     5/5

"thoroughly enjoyed this systematic introduction to tai chi. A good tempo, clear explanations of the exercises, + theory behind tai chi."

KSENIA GERMANOVICH     5/5

"I have been thoroughly enjoying the tai chi class. Abhayamati is good about teaching to each student's level and about being available when you have questions or need help.
The transition from the beginner's to the regular's class was a little trying, as the teaching format was less structured. It took a couple lessons to realise that I needed some time with Abhayamati during each lesson to learn the next form and review what I had learned the week before. But when asked for it, A- was perfectly ready to be available for that.
Ah, I also often feel as though I could use more space - maybe split the class into 2 if it gets any bigger? Also, I would really like to attend a regular's class earlier in the evening. It's hard for me to always be able to attend the 8-9:30 class.
Thanks!
-Suzanne Hawley"

SUZANNE HAWLEY     4/5