Tai Chi classes accompanied by live traditional Chinese music.
SATURDAY 21 FEBRUARY
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LOCATION
St Stephen’s Church, Rochester Row, London, SW1P 1LE EVENT INFO Enjoy a rare opportunity to practice Tai Chi movements accompanied by live Xiao (Chinese flute, performed by accomplished musician Dennis Lee) in the beautiful 14th century style church hall at St Stephen's Westminster. Please note: this venue is not heated so it will be quite cold inside. This event is not be suitable for those who are sensitive to cold environments. Attendees are encouraged to wear warm clothing and gloves during the session. |
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event schedule
10:30am–12:30pm
- 10:30 Explore the venue, meet fellow students and enjoy hot ginger tea.
- 10:45 Tai Chi & Xiao session begins.
- 12:15 Q&A, chat with fellow students or take some time to pause, reflect and enjoy more tea!
- 12:30 Event ends.
ONLINE BOOKING
While the church hall is quite large, a relatively small amount of training space is available in front of the pews for movement and therefore places are strictly limited. If there are no booking buttons appearing below then the event has sold out.
BEFORE BOOKING...
BEFORE BOOKING...
- Make sure you have read the above note about heating in the venue before booking your place.
- Please be aware that this is a Tai Chi class and not a concert! You will be taking part in the Tai Chi movements while live music is performed.
- If you have injuries, mobility issues or any questions please email info@centraltaichi.com before booking your place.
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Click below to book your ticket and please note that even though the church hall quite large, there is a limited amount of space available for our use and so placese are strictly limited.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
Ends 3pm Monday 9 February GENERAL ADMISSION
Ends 3pm Monday 16 February FINAL RELEASE TICKETS
From 3pm Monday 16 February |
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Dennis Lee Kwong Thye
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We are delighted to have Dennis perform at our upcoming Musical Movements event.
Dennis started his musical career as the principal xiao (flute) and guzheng (zither) soloist at the Zhuan Yi Chinese Orchestra. He has been playing various traditional Chinese musical instruments since his early teens and has taught and performed professionally for over 40 years. On the xiao flute, he specialises in traditional and crossover pieces and classical duets with the guqin in the 'scholar' style. He is a member of the London Youlan Qin Society and performs regularly with the UK Chinese Ensemble. |
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Over the years Dennis has performed at various venues including the British Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum, Covent Garden Royal Opera House, The Bramall (Birmingham), Rich Mix, The Place (Euston), the Trafalgar Square Chinese New Year Celebrations and the Cultural Olympiad 'New Music 20x12' at the Southbank Centre.
He has learnt the xiao from Hu Ruijun (London), Zhang Weiliang (Beijing) and Luo Shoucheng (Shanghai) and we're looking forward to this rare opportunity to perform Tai Chi movements accompanied by his sublime musical improvisations.
He has learnt the xiao from Hu Ruijun (London), Zhang Weiliang (Beijing) and Luo Shoucheng (Shanghai) and we're looking forward to this rare opportunity to perform Tai Chi movements accompanied by his sublime musical improvisations.
FAQ
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Where is the venue?
St Stephen’s Church, Rochester Row London, SW1P 1LE What are the nearest tube stations?
Are these sessions suitable for beginners? Yes. We will be exploring various Tai Chi and Daoyin (Qigong) movements to help calm the mind and energise the body, all suitable for complete beginners. What time should I arrive? Aim to be at the venue at 10.50am to avoid rushing before the start of the event. |
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Will it be cold inside the church?
Does the venue have changing rooms?
No - please arrive with your warm training clothes already on under your other layers.
What should I wear?
Can I invite friends / family?
Yes – this will be a gentle, relaxing session and therefore suitable for beginners, with options provided for more experienced students.
You can book multiple places when booking online using the booking buttons above.
IMPORTANT: If you or those planning on accompanying you have any injuries or mobility issues email us before making a booking to make sure the class is safe for you.
- Yes – this venue is not heated so it will be quite cold inside.
- This event is not be suitable for those who are sensitive to cold environments.
- Attendees are encouraged to wear warm clothing and gloves during the session.
- Hot ginger tea will be served before and after the session to help you stay warm.
Does the venue have changing rooms?
No - please arrive with your warm training clothes already on under your other layers.
What should I wear?
- Any loose, comfortable clothing that won't restrict your movement is fine, but wear enough layers to avoid feeling cold during the session.
- Any flat soled, comfortable shoes will be ok. It will be too cold to train in socks / bare feet.
Can I invite friends / family?
Yes – this will be a gentle, relaxing session and therefore suitable for beginners, with options provided for more experienced students.
You can book multiple places when booking online using the booking buttons above.
IMPORTANT: If you or those planning on accompanying you have any injuries or mobility issues email us before making a booking to make sure the class is safe for you.