Tai Chi 4 Life School, located in Coulsdon, is a fitness centre and tai chi school dedicated to promoting balance and harmony in people's lives. Led by the experienced instructor, Ross Yafeng Ding, this school offers a wide range of classes suitable for all ages and abilities, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
Tai Chi, which is often referred to as meditation in movement, is an internal Chinese martial art that offers numerous benefits to its practitioners. The gentle and slow movements of Tai Chi, coupled with its relaxing nature, make it suitable for people of all fitness levels. It is a safe practise with no danger or side effects.
The main goal of Tai Chi 4 Life School is to help individuals bring better balance and harmony into their lives. The practise of Tai Chi can enhance the quality of sleep, improve immune functions, enhance physical balance, control mood, and reduce pain. It also improves physical flexibility, aids in preventing falls, and strengthens memory and self-confidence. Moreover, recent medical research has shown that Tai Chi can assist in substance abuse recovery, healing from depression and anxiety, and management of various health conditions such as fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, type 2 diabetes, and symptoms of menopause.
It can also help in controlling cardiovascular risk factors, including mild hypertension.
At Tai Chi 4 Life School, they not only offer regular classes but also provide customised classes to cater to individual needs, as well as corporate needs. The school has experience in providing classes to corporations, helping employees improve their quality of life and work productivity.
Ross Ding, the accomplished instructor at Tai Chi 4 Life School, was born and raised in China. He has practised Shaolin foundation, Hunyuan Gong Fu, and various styles of Taijiquan under the guidance of esteemed masters such as GM MA Hong, Dr. LI Hesheng, ZHANG Qilin, ZHANG Zhijun, CHEN Zhaosen, CHEN Xiaowang, CHEN Qingzhou, and Prof. MA Hailong.
In 2015, Ross had the honour of participating in the 8th China International Taijiquan Exchange Competition, where he won the second prize (silver medal) in the Men's Traditional Chen Taiji Hand Form.
Whether you are a beginner looking to start your Tai Chi journey or an experienced practitioner wanting to deepen your practise, Tai Chi 4 Life School welcomes everyone to join their classes. With their commitment to promoting balance, harmony, and overall well-being, they strive to make Tai Chi a way of life for individuals in Coulsdon and beyond.