The Tai Chi Studio Testimonials

Tai Chi [ properly Tai Chi Chuan ] originates in China and is a complete training process aiming to liberate the body's internal energy [ chi ].
Most practise for the benefits to physical and mental health but - at an advanced level - Tai Chi is also a potent ' inner ' martial art.
I can testify to the improvement in my posture , balance and general fitness .To my complete surprise I have also found that mentally I have become calmer , more focused and more positive .
Don't hesitate to try it at Dave's Studio .

Tai chi is martial art, but practising its slow and flowing movements, brings a lot of health benefits. Dave is an excellent teacher. He explains the martial art side of the move so you know what you are trying to achieve, but also has the patience to explain over again, and again! I would recommend everyone to try Tai chi .

I joined Tai Chi in January 2007 and despite finding it difficult to begin with (it all looked so complicated) have found that with patience and perseverance (two things I donʼt normally have an abundance of) I have managed to progress much further than I initially believed I could.

I have continued to attend through shoulder and knee problems (wholeheartedly supported by the physiotherapist) and have found that both have improved enormously.

Donʼt be fooled by the perception that something so slow cannot be of benefit - it takes a huge amount of energy and concentration to do tai chi, and the benefits are manifold.

The classes are focussed but also FUN, and I would recommend Tai Chi at the Studion without hesitation.

Tai chi is an excellent form of exercise. Donʼt be deceived because the moves are done slowly. After a while you will find that your posture and balance have improved and you come calmer. The classes at the Studio are fun and informed, but that does not mean that sloppy moves are tolerated.! Dave is an excellent teacher and explains the reasoning behind the moves, so that you can understand why you are moving in a partiular way. I recommend that you give it a try. Keep up the good work Dave!

I have only recently taken up tai chi and have found it great fun. Dave is a excellent teacher with the ability to make learning fun.

An excellent form of exercise for your mind and body, whatever your age or level of fitness. Dave is an excellent teacher and helps you to learn that Tai Chi is an art form (heʼs a joy to watch) but that strength and power are what you can learn to acquire. Iʼm hooked!

I have been a student of Daveʼs for over 3yrs now having previously trained in karate for a decade. I have found that tai chi is as much a martial art as it is a way of staying fit and healthy. It gives you a wide range of benefits both mental and physical but has to be experienced for yourself as it works on everyone differently depending on your needs and weaknesses. The tai chi studio allows for this growth with its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and expert teaching from Dave. Give it a go and feel its effects for yourself.

My Dad is 79 and joined this club several months ago. It keeps him active, engaged and endlessly interested. The club has a good atmosphere and excellent instruction. I recommend it to anyone interested in practising this discipline to improve mind, body and spirit.

The atmosphere in the studio is relaxing and friendly which helps to amplify Dave’s informative and disarming teacher manner. The benefits of Tai Chi expressed themselves within me both physiologically and psychologically; I found a marked improvement in my ability to focus mentally on challenging tasks and the increased strength I gained helped to bolster my self-worth.
If you’re reading this then you’re interested in exploring Tai Chi and Dave Allen as an instructor is second to none, the message he’s advocating maybe uncomplicated but this mustn’t be confused it being easy. Go on, go and have a look x

Mike Croke.