Tai Chi Workshop Series – March 2025
This unique workshop series, offered by the Osher Clinical Center for Integrative health, is designed for anyone interested in improving cardiovascular health naturally through Tai Chi. There is a growing body of medical research (including dozens of studies based at the Harvard Medical School) that support Tai Chi mind-body exercise as effective in improving heart health, reducing stress, and promoting overall wellness and psychological well-being.
Participants will be instructed in a simplified and easy to learn Tai Chi training program as outlined in the Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi (authored by Dr. Wayne, the workshop leader). Experiential sessions will be interspersed with discussions summarizing clinical and physiological research on the health benefits of Tai Chi.
At the close of the workshop, participants will receive a DVD and book reinforcing the materials taught in the workshop, and will be advised on how to develop and integrate a regular practice of Tai Chi into their daily routines and.
Benefits of Tai Chi for Cardiovascular Health
- Improves circulation and lowers blood pressure
- Reduces stress and anxiety levels
- Supports heart health and overall well-being
- Enhances balance, flexibility, and endurance
Who Should Attend?Perfect for all fitness levels, including beginners. This series is ideal for anyone with cardiovascular concerns or who wants to enhance their heart health with a gentle, movement-based practice.
Location (In person):
Osher Clinical Center, Fishbowl Conference Center, 2nd floor, 850 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Date & Time:
Session 1: Saturday, March 1, 2025 | 9 – 11AM
Foundations of Tai Chi & Cardiovascular Health Learn the basics of Tai Chi and the science showing how Tai Chi supports heart health. Focus on fundamental movements and breathing techniques.
Session 2: Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 9 – 11 AM
Deepening Your Practice Explore more advanced movements to promote circulation, reduce stress, and support cardiovascular function.
Session 3: Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 9 – 11AM
Creating a Heart-Healthy Tai Chi Routine Integrate movements learned in the previous sessions to create a sustainable practice for ongoing heart health benefits.