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Following are two Atlanta Journal Constitution articles and a USA Today article
WebMD Article on Arthritis featuring our work
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Teacher Training for "Movement Improvement"
Certified Movement Improvement Teachers
Kathy Sheahan, Instructor, Portland, OR
Our T'ai Chi Teacher, Master Yun XiangTseng
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Also in Our Studio: Singing with Elise Witt
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To order the DVD of the Movement Improvement T'ai Chi program, featured in USA Today and the Atlanta Journal, please click here.
To go to our home page to see a video clip of the program, please click here.

*******UPDATE: For continuing and new students of the MASON MILL CENTER (formerly LES and Sr. Connections), following is registration information for Winter Quarter 2012! ********

***To PAY for AND register for classes at MASON MILL  please click on the "Add to Basket" link beside the class you are selecting below.

***To REGISTER ONLY, and pay at the first class, please click here to send us an email and let us know which class you are selecting. You will then be registered, and agree to pay by check or cash on the first class date. Thank you!

These classes are $88 for 8 weeks.
To PAY for Mason Mill Movement Improvement T'ai Chi:

Monday 2:00--3:00pm class begins on January 9, no class January 16 Add to Basket 
                               
Monday 3:15--4:15pm class begins on January 9, no class January 16 (Level 2--instructor permission is required, click here to request permission if you have not already done so.)Add to Basket 

Friday 10:00--11:00am class begins January 13, no class January 20  Add to Basket

Our "Movement Improvement Tai Chi and Qi Gong" is a specially designed program of tai chi for seniors of all activity levels AND for those with special circumstances, such as Parkinson's disease, arthritis, balance issues and so forth. This program is endorsed by doctors, nurses, physical therapists and many others in the Senior Health Care field.

A PARTIAL LIST OF CLASSES FOLLOWS BELOW, or please click here to contact us for classes in your area, or to discuss your specific needs!

If you prefer to telephone us rather than email, please call 404-525-6466.  Please feel free to leave a detailed message if you recieve our voicemail, as we are all often out teaching classes or on the line with another caller. We will return the call as soon as possible. Please be sure to leave a call back number, thank you!

Our classes are designed for ALL! See below for the comments our real students have said about Movement Improvement T'ai Chi!

Movement Improvement T'ai Chi classes are designed for the needs of the clients, with all special situations and conditions taken into consideration. 
These exercises can be performed standing or seated, and are held at your location or ours, at the time of day when it's best for you!   Whether for robust, active seniors, or those more frail and sedentery, those living with Parkinson's Disease, arthritis, fibromyalgia, etc., our programs bring out the best!  Movements are designed and instructed for all levels of ability, and taught at a pace all can follow.  We emphasize moves to loosen the major muscle groups, provide full rotation of the joints, and create balance and stability. And it's fun!
Our Lead Instructors, Cate Morrill and Harvey Meisner,  have extensive experience.   Our students report greater flexibility, balance and confidence.  Generally, blood pressure is reduced, cardio-respiratory capacity increases, and a general feeling of well-being and being in control, is established.  As the student becomes stronger, the intensity of the moves can be increased and continued development takes place.  The group atmosphere of classes provides camaraderie and support, and encourages the practice of the movements between classes.  The goal of these classes is to provide what each individual needs, and to teach "Movement Improvement" techniques which are applied to everyday life.  This program uses moves easily followed and easily applied to real life situations, therefore "practice" becomes an on-going, daily activity.  When students incorporate this knowledge into their own situations, true value is the result.
These programs can be designed for any specific location, for special one-time seminars or ongoing weekly classes.  We want to suit your needs and desires.
(Below the following comments is a partial list of public MI classes.)

Get Up and Go!

What our Maturing Adults say about our classes…

 

  • I love it, it’s easy to follow, and I can go at my own pace. 
  • I can walk a straight line now! 
  • My arthritis symptoms have improved, I can move around more freely! 
  • I sleep better, and longer, more restfully. 
  • I can bend over and tie my shoes more easily! 
  • It has helped me so much with my balance! 
  • It relaxes me, but it also gives me energy.  How does it do that?! 
  • It helps me with the stress of the days. 
  • I can stand on one foot! Which really helps!
  • I didn’t think I could learn anything new, but it’s easy, and I love it! 
  • I can do more now than I could 15 years ago! 
  • Grocery shopping and carrying bags is easier, and I rest better, too. 
  • My restless leg syndrome has stopped completely! 
  • I was practicing in line at the bank, it helped with back strain.
  • I did T'ai Chi walk downhill on slippery driveway and did not slip.
  • I am feeling so much more flexible.
  • I have better balance and awareness of movement.
  • Most times I remember “shoulders down” to relieve stress.
  • My back feels better, balance is better.
  • Usually I practice in the morning, and I can tell legs are getting stronger.
  • I can just pop right out of the chair!
  • I shampooed carpet using T'ai Chi stance, and my back didn’t hurt!
  • I mopped floor and worked in garden, and had no pain in my legs or my back!
  • It feels like I am getting stronger all over
  • I can put heavy pots and pans under counter now.
  • The highlight of my week is this class!
  • I really feel like I am getting a good workout.
  • It is easier to walk my dog, I can move the leash around with my arm now, before, I couldn’t.
  • I taught T'ai Chi to dentist office staff who was watching me do it in waiting room!
  • My knees are feeling so much better.
  • My shoulder hurt this morning, I did the T'ai Chi work and all was well.
  • I can take baths in the tub now because I can get in and out, I love this!
  • My knees are stronger than ever, helps with my other exercises, like walking and dancing.
  • I couldn't walk up stairs, I could barely get out of bed, and my hip was hurting. After just a few weeks, all that has changed. I'm 90+ !
  • My blood pressure has gone down.
  • I stand straighter, feel taller and healthier.
  • I’m going to do this for the rest of my life!

Click here for more information or to register for classes, thank you!

Here is a PARTIAL list of Movement Improvement classes in the Atlanta area,  some are open to the public, and some are private for residents.  Please contact us to find a location near you, or to register for classes, as some classes are limited enrollment. Most classes run in a series format, and pre-registration is required.  We teach by private arrangement at many other locations, so please email us to schedule a class for your community!


Mondays
10:15-11:15 Glenn United Methodist Women’s Group at Emory
1669 North Decatur Road, Atlanta, GA 30307

11:30-12:30 Northside United Methodist Church
2799 Northside Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30305

12:30-1:30 St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA

2:00-3:00 Mason Mill/ Life Enrichment Services/Senior Connections
1340 McConnell Drive, Decatur, GA 30033

Tuesdays

10:00-11:00 Austin Drive Senior Campus
1989 Austin Drive, Decatur, GA 30032

10:00-11:00 Canterbury Court Retirement Community
3750 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

11:15-12:00 Renaissance On Peachtree
3755 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

2:15-3:00 Lenbrook Highrise
3747 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

Wednesdays

11:20-12:20 Osher Lifelong Learning Center at Emory
Briarcliff Road, Atlanta 30306

1:15-3:30 Presbyterian Village (2 classes back to back)
2000 East West Connector, Austell, GA 30106-1194

Thursdays

11:45-12:30 Peachtree Presbyterian Church
3434 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30305

1:30-2:15 Philips Tower
Trinity Ave., Decatur, GA 30030

2:15-3:00 Lenbrook Highrise
3747 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

2:30-3:30 Clairmont Oaks Community
441 Clairemont Ave., Decatur, GA 30030

3:30-4:30 Renaissance On Peachtree
3755 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

Fridays

10:00-11:00 Mason Mill/ Life Enrichment Services/Senior Connections
1340 McConnell Drive, Decatur, GA 30033

10:00-10:45 Chambrel Retirement Community
1000 Applewood Drive, Roswell, GA 30076

11:15-12:00 Somerby of Alpharetta
100 Somerby Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30004