Fluid StrengthHello, yogi. "Water is fluid, soft, and yielding. But water will wear away rock, which is rigid and cannot yield. As a rule, whatever is fluid, soft, and yielding will overcome whatever is rigid and hard. This is another paradox: what is soft is strong.”-Lao Tzu August is a threshold month where summer is ending, but it’s not yet fall. It’s the perfect time for introspection, cooling yin yoga, and slow tai chi sequences. I’m eager to announce that I will offer a weekly tai chi flow class at Sulphur Parks and Recreation Aquatic Center beginning in August! My own personal experience with reduced pain and improved mobility after this mindful movement practice led me to instructor training and certification. As students return to school, maybe you’ve thought about learning a new skill or exploring another style of mindful movement. Tai Chi Flow is a fun, easy way to learn the foundations of Tai Chi and bring harmony to the body and mind. Tai Chi Flow is therapeutic, meditative movement through standing postures with emphasis on joints, mobility, and effortless power. The class is a gentle, low-impact exercise that combines deep breathing with continuous, flowing movements. It is easy for beginners because it requires no equipment and focuses on relaxation rather than strength. Tai Chi flow is highly beneficial for advanced yoga students as a cross-training tool to enhance structural form, fluid transitions, and energetic awareness. While advanced yogis often excel in static strength, flexibility, and isometric holds, Tai Chi shifts the focus toward continuous, dynamic movement and ground force efficiency. It’s also perfect for seniors and can be practiced in a chair. You can also join me for a Saturday morning Tai Chi Flow at Yoga Y’all once a month for the next three months. Looking for Tai Chi in Lake Charles? Phyllis guides a wonderful class at Seed Yoga on Tuesdays at 6PM. I hope you can explore this new area of wellness with me!
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