What age group is suitable for Tai Chi? It is ideal to begin Tai Chi during younger years, but this should not put one off beginning later in life. Do you practice Qigong? Yes, we do Tai Chi and Qigong in the classes. What should I wear?​ No special kit for Tai Chi, just loose fitting clothing and flat sole shoes; e.g. plimsolls, t shirt and track bottoms. Do you work on flexibility? Yes, stretching to 70% of maximum stretch is advised. Forced over-stretching should be avoided due to risk of soft tissue injury. Will Tai Chi improve my balance? Daily practice of Tai Chi can improve balance. If balance is, not so good, the activity can be modified, and balance can improve gradually over time. Can I do Tai Chi if I have a medical condition or disability? Always follow the advice of your doctor/qualified health professional on exercise. It will be helpful to inform your Tai Chi teacher of any medical or disability conditions so that he/she can ensure the activity is safe and beneficial to you. Tai Chi is practised in standing position, stepping and coordinating movements of the arms and legs, and maintaining balance, so one does have to be reasonably mobile. It may not be possible to take part in the class if the balance is already poor due to the risk of falling. Also, back or other joint conditions, could be adversely affected by movement and stretching. This may mean modifying movements in the class. Or, maybe a general routine Tai Chi class will not be suitable. Long term, continuing movement is important, in particular to maintain strong muscles, but short term, sometimes a condition can be aggravated. It does not happen very often, but occasionally I do have to advise, in the best interests of the client, even giving consideration to possible adjustments, that I do not have a class suitable for the client. Do you have classes specifically for disability? Not currently. But I did have quite a number, over some 18 years, working with various charities. These were impacted by the COVID situation and the charities concerned had changing priorities. Do you teach Martial Art aspect of Tai Chi? Yes, but requires a class arranged specifically for this purpose, on request. Martial Art classes consist of vigorous, strenuous, contact, combat routines.  How are your classes set up? I am the owner (Glenn) registered as, West Norfolk Tai Chi, Self Employed, with HMRC. Based in Norfolk UK. Registered with TCUGB. Insured. Clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). I am always happy to show certification to clients.