Longfei Taijiquan Association of Great Britain

Letters to the Editor
Longfei News Letters - Volume 1, Issue 2

Some Thoughts on Taiji

I am 76 years old and have never been interested in physical activities. I am now seriously asthmatic and have osteoporosis so I am on a lot of medication.

As I seemed to be getting rather stiff in my movements I joined this class, as I knew the physical work would not be too energetic. After about 16 weeks I can now bend down more easily to fasten my shoes and my movements have become more flexible. But an unlooked-for help has been with my violin playing. My hands, fingers, wrists are more flexible and I can hold my violin and  bow for much longer periods of practice.

I am very pleased so far,

Rosa Cooper

Dear Richard,

I did not tell you when I came to your Tai Chi class on Friday 27th February that I was suffering from considerable pain in my right shoulder, but was determined to do all the exercises that morning and put up with the pain.

When I got up on Saturday morning I was amazed to find the pain had almost disappeared so I can only assume that the gentle Tai Chi movements had resulted in giving me so much relief.

Since embarking on Tai Chi exercises with you, I have noticed how much improved my legs have been. I can now get up and down the stairs with Peggy's early morning cup of tea like a spring chicken!!!

We are registered with a Dr Watson (no relation - Ed!) in Hertford and when we told him we were going to Tai Chi classes he was absolutely delighted and said that it was the best thing we could possibly do especially in our age group. He used to indulge in Kung Fu which I believe to be a little more strenuous.

I felt I had to drop you a line because Peggy and I are so delighted the we both feel much better as a result of the gentle Tai Chi exercises that you have so expertly and patiently taught us.

Kindest regards and best wishes to you and Margaret,

David and Peggy Holmes

Dear Pamela - Secretary, North London National Osteoporosis Society.

I write on behalf of Mrs Alice Sotin.

Prior to starting Tai Chi exercises run by Richard and Simon Watson which were organised by yourself, she felt very isolated with her condition. Since attending these classes and doing the exercises she is much brighter, more confident and certainly more informed. Her back is noticeably straighter and her neck movements better. Her sister has commented on this noticeable improvement in her posture.

She wishes to thank you and the instructors and wants them to know she can now sleep much better since learning these exercises and practicing them. She would like to continue with any more groups that you are organising.

With thanks,

Mrs Alice Sotin

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