Tai Chi in the Garden

What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi Chuan or tai chi, pronounced "tie chee," is a gentle exercise program that is a part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Tai Chi is derived from the martial arts and is composed of slow deliberate movements, meditation, and deep breathing which enhance physical health and emotional well-being.

Class Overview: All are welcome—beginners, intermediate, and advanced students alike. Children, seniors, and even non-ambulatory individuals (who can participate from a seated position) can benefit from the practice. Our primary focus will be on internal health and wellness. We'll start by building a strong foundation through basic movements and principles, and above all safety is our top priority.

When: Saturdays (Check calendar for dates)

Time: 10:30am-11:30am

Location: The Grove Stage | Please meet on the Grove Stage 10 minutes prior to start time. (Follow the shell stone path to the left of the public restrooms north to the Grove Stage.)(See map for location)

What to bring: Water

Cost: $10 - Friend of Mead Garden Members + eventbrite fees ($5.00 OFF Member Discount)

$15 - General Admission + eventbrite fees

Click the link for a "Friend of Mead Garden" Membership https://www.meadgarden.org/membership/

Health Benefits: Tai Chi helps with....

Stress

Anxiety

Pain

Flexibility

High Blood Pressure

Fibromyalgia

Immune System

Fall Prevention

Balance

Parkinson's

Stroke Recovery

Cancer Recovery

Multiple Sclerosis

About our Instructor:

Tony Garcia teaches various Tai Chi forms and has studied different forms of Tai Chi and Qigong for over 20 years in the USA, China and Australia. He was an instructor with the Taoist Tai Chi Society and has studied different styles of martial arts for over 30 years.Tony has a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and studied with Master Jiho Choi in NJ.

“With Tai Chi, people learn to relax and increase awareness. Muscles are strengthened and flexibility increases while balance and posture improve helping to unite the body and mind."

Click HERE for more info about our instructor, Tony Garcia.

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY (READ CAREFULLY)

By registering/purchasing tickets, I understand that tai chi includes physical movements as well as an opportunity for relaxation, stress re-education and relief of muscular tension. Participation in tai chi class includes, but is not limited to, meditation techniques, tai chi breathing techniques and performing various tai chi postures. Tai chi is designed to exercise every part of the body-stretching and toning the muscles and joints, spine and the entire skeletal system. Tai chi incorporates sustained stretching to strengthen the muscles and increase flexibility.

As in the case with any physical activity, the risk of injury, disability or death, is always present. If I experience any pain or discomfort, I will listen to my body, adjust the posture and ask for support from the instructor.

Tai chi is not recommended and is not safe under certain medical conditions. This class involves outdoor physical activity in warm weather conditions. Those with medical conditions should obtain approval from their attending physician before participating in this class. By registering, this is an agreement that participants with health conditions are confirming that they have consulted with an appropriate physician and received clearance to participate.

I am participating in the tai chi class at my own risk.

In consideration of being permitted to engage in the above activity, I hereby ASSUME THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH AND I, FOR MY HEIRS, EXECUTORS, REPRESENTATIVES AND ADMINISTRATORS, HEREBY AGREE TO IRREVOCABLY RELEASE, HOLD HARMLESS, WAIVE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE MEAD BOTANICAL GARDEN INC., THE CITY OF WINTER PARK, INSTRUCTOR, AGENTS, AND REPRESENTATIVES FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, DAMAGES, EXPENSES, FEES, SUITS, PROCEEDINGS, CAUSES OF ACTION, COST OF ACTIONS, INCLUDING ATTORNEY’S FEES, FOR TRIAL AND APPEAL, WHICH I MAY HAVE AGAINST THEM ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY LISTED ABOVE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER INCLUDES ANY CLAIMS BASED ON NEGLIGENCE, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, ACTIONS, OR INACTIONS OF MEAD BOTANICAL GARDEN INC., THE CITY OF WINTER PARK, ITS EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES.

***Program Disclaimer, Attendance Policy and TRANSFER POLICY***

• The designated meeting location is provided in the event description. Please arrive by the program's start time so you do not miss or interrupt class. Refunds will not be issued for late arrivals.
• For questions regarding this event, please contact our office at 407-622-6323 or info@meadgarden.org during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.”
• Full refund may be issued if we are notified 72 hours prior to class.
• NO REFUNDS will be issued less than 72 hours prior to class.
• If you can no longer attend your scheduled class and would like to transfer your ticket to a future class, please notify us at least 72 hours prior . You may only transfer to a class based on open availability.
• If the instructor or Mead Botanical Garden, Inc. needs to cancel class for any reason a full refund will be issued to participants.