When most people think of tai chi (short for “T’ai Chi Ch’üan”) they usually imagine a group of older people moving in slow motion in a public park. But this ancient movement practice is not just for ...

Watching a group of people doing tai chi, an exercise often called “meditation in motion,” it may be hard to imagine that its slow, gentle, choreographed movements could actually make people stronger.

Free beginner Tai Chi exercise classes are offered by UT Extension. The classes are designed to improve overall health and stress especially for seniors. Participants will learn basic warm-up and cool ...