The Gentle Power of Tai Chi Gives Balance To Our Busy Lives. Golden Lion Academy in Rowville understands how the pressures of daily life can generate hypertension and how these stresses can manifest into chronic physical illnesses. Because we are living in a world that is continuously progressing – and at a speed that is more than many can handle, people find themselves confused, stressed and generally burnt out.
Tai Chi, with its ancient roots, offers a sanctuary of calm amidst the chaos. This traditional martial art transcends the body by offering a meditative practice that lowers the heart rate and helps us in harmonising our response to stress.
Tai Chi, often described as meditation in motion, can have a profoundly positive effect on the human heart.
By engaging in Tai Chi’s sequences of slow, graceful movements, practitioners experience a natural decrease in heart rate. Reducing the heart rate can lower the blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
The subtlety of Tai Chi should not be underestimated— through the gentleness of its execution, the heart finds its rhythm and guides the body to a state of restful alertness.
Simply engaging in the practice alone is enough for those partaking in the class to get a chance to focus on the present, and create a break from the frantic pace of modern life .
Calm Breathing Is At The Core of Tai Chi
At the core of Tai Chi’s philosophy is a profound emphasis on breathing. The act of breathing deeply is not merely a physical function but a bridge to tranquility.
Tai Chi teaches its followers to draw breath with intention, to fill their lungs and bodies with life-giving air, and to exhale stress and tension. This controlled breathing stimulates the vagus nerve, a critical player in the body’s relaxation response. It signals the brain to release neurotransmitters that slow heart rate and lower blood pressure.
As practitioners breathe in harmony with their movements, they often report a sense of calmness enveloping their being, a testament to the power of breath as a tool for internal stillness.
The Soothing Embrace of Tai Chi
The gentle yet powerful movements that Tai Chi is known for pave the way to emotional regulation, patience, resilience, and acceptance.
Instead of feeling overwhelmed by negative energy caused by our problems, Tai Chi allows the practitioner to remain calm in turmoil, ensuring that the spikes in blood pressure that often accompany emotional distress are mitigated.
Each section of this ancient practice—be it the calming influence on the heart, the intentional cadence of breath, or the serenity of emotional control—contributes to a holistic approach to health. Tai Chi is more than an exercise; it is a lifestyle choice, a remedy handed down through the ages, proving that sometimes, the old ways can indeed heal the new.
Golden Lion Academy has Tai Chi classes that carefully guide their students on this journey of transformation.
With the aid of seasoned Martial Arts Masters, their students learn each movement and breath as they take steps towards harmonious health.
To discuss enrolment, you can contact the centre by calling (03)9796 1066, or by visiting the website where you can sign up for a free discovery class.
There is no age limit for our tai chi class. Teenagers to Seniors can enjoy the benefits. Click the link to book a class.
https://www.goldenlion.com.au/tai-chi/
Discover the full spectrum of Tai Chi with our expert instructors. Visit our website to find a class schedule that suits your lifestyle.
The Golden Lion Academy of Martial Arts has 2 Facilities in Rowville:
131 Taylor’s Lane, Rowville. Vic 3178
Discover peace and balance with Tai Chi at The Golden Lion Academy!
Their meditative Tai Chi practice is the perfect antidote to today’s fast-paced life, offering a sanctuary of serenity.
Embrace the slow, graceful movements and witness a natural decrease in heart rate, promoting lower blood pressure and reduced cardiovascular risk.
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As well as Rowville, we also serve the surrounding suburbs of
Mulgrave Vic
Wheelers Hill Vic
Scoresby Vic
Knox Vic
Wantirna Vic
Endeavour Hills Vic … and all other accessible suburbs. Call us to find out how we can help you on 03 9796 1066