Mission: The award-winning Tai Chi Project partners with local and global organizations to promote the joy of responsible living through meditational martial arts and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Combining the Best: When the East Meets the West


Jacqui and Joe at Denver Botanic Gardens, Colorado, U.S.A.

Living Younger Longer is a unique, research-based comprehensive physical activity and health education program.

Master the skills needed to maintain a healthy balance and take control of your life...
"It's never too late to learn the joy of movement and Get Excited about Relaxing!"


Next FREE seminar

“Meditation in Motion”
The Art and Science of T’ai Chi Ch’uan


  Washington Street
  Community Center
  May 2nd, 10am
  809 S.Washington Street

  6-week course fees
  $48/$38(wscc members)


World Tai Chi and Qi-Gong Day
in conjunction with the opening of the RTD West LightRail

Saturday April 27th

10:00 - 11:00 Drumming and Tai Chi Demonstration
at the RTD Light Rail Opening Celebration
W. 12th Ave. and Sheridan Station
All of the West Lines will be FREE to ride...,
so so one option is to park at Federal and 14th and ride to
W. 12th and Sheridan Station. Please arrive by 9:30 am.
We will also be doing a participation demonstration at the
Red Rocks CC Station at 12 noon and Tai Chi Flashmobs along the route!
COME ENJOY! - MUSIC, FOOD, AND FUN!

Note - NO SATURDAY PARK HILL CLASS ON THE 27th.


Happy 2013, Folks!
This is a great way to give a friend/loved one the gift of health!

for One Month of Unlimited Tai Chi Classes with One Introductory Semi-Private Lesson www.weeklyplus.com

Life is stressful, especially around this time of year. But it doesn't have to be! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi is a wonderful way to exercise, relax and commune with your spirit. And now you can learn this beautiful art form with this deal: for $20 you can take as many Tai Chi classes as you'd like within a month, plus receive an introductory semi-private lesson to make sure you start off on the right foot. You've been looking for an excuse to get your body moving and you've heard about the benefits of meditation. So take this deal to heart and get your exercise and quiet your mind at the same time! Plus, Tai Chi can help you look and feel younger while you relax. What else can you ask for?

Current students may ONLY use it to add to their single class schedule.


WALK WITH A DOC

WALK WITH A DOC
with Grace Alfonsi, M.D.

Join us on Saturday, March 16th
8am at Parkfield Park, Montbello
Meet at the Pavilion of 53rd Avenue
Near Rachelle Noel School
Topic: Am I getting enough Vitamin C?

Join Denver Health Physicians,
learn something new and take a walk.
For more info, visit

http://www.walkwithadoc.org/our-locations/denver-health/
or contact: grace.alfonsi@dhha.org

WALK WITH A DOC
with Andrew Freeman M.D.

Join us on Saturday, April 6th
8am at Bible Park
Meet at Baseball Diamond Directions
Plenty of Free Parking Available
Topic: Allergies: Spring is Here!
Featuring Dr. Flavia Hoyte

FREE Starbucks Coffee, Refreshments, Healthy Snacks & More!
For more info, visit
http://www.nationaljewish.org/programs/directory/cardiology/walk-with-doc/


Barefoot Doctor's Tutorials Winter 2013

Low Back Pain - March 9

Pain is a warning that something is out of balance. Learn how to restore that balance and address low back pain at it’s root. You will learn exercises, acupressure points and herbal medicines to enable you to take care of your own back pain.

CPR and AED Training - Saturday, March 16th Note: 12:00 noon-2:00 pm

Learn to “save a life” and update your CPR and AED skills. This class is to be held at the Parkhill United Methodist Church, 5209 Montview Blvd at Glencoe Street. General Public cost is $40 (includes card) $35 (without card), but volunteers of PHUMC and the GPHC are asked to just pay what they can afford... Jacqui Shumway will instruct.

Colds and Flu, TCM and You - March 23

Clinical studies have shown that Traditional Chinese Medicine can be a very effective approach to preventing the common cold and flu. By strengthening the body’s natural healing abilities we can enhance the immune system and resistance to disease.

Sessions are on Saturdays from 10:30 am-11:30 (unless otherwise noted)
Cost:$40 per session (workstudy is available)
Unless otherwise noted, all sessions are located at
the York Street Acupuncture Clinic - 1529 York St., Denver


Promoting Physical Activity in the community:

Jacqui was re-appointed to the Colorado Governor's Council for Physical Fitness and will serve
as 1st Vice-President. She was also elected Secretary of the National Associaton for Health and Fitness. So, stay tuned for exciting news from Exercise Is Medicine.

Joe accepted an invitation to serve on the Advisory Board of We Play It Forward, a non-profit that encourages physical activity in Colorado through equipment and monetary donations.

Master Jerry Silva's National Martial Arts Academy was recognized as the 2010 Top Martial Arts School when they demonstrated in Washington, D.C. this month.

Zhu Xilin will be performing again in David Taylor Dance Theatre's production of " The Nutcracker."


   

The Art of Fitness

received the prestigious PINNACLE GOLD AWARD for "BEST NEW EVENT 2010"

The International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA) paid tribute to the Cherry Creek Arts Festival (CCAF) on September 15, 2010 during the IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Ceremony held at the IFEA’s 55th Annual Convention & Expo in Saint Louis, Missouri, U.S.A., where the CCAF was presented with 17 awards in the prestigious awards competition.

Last years Art of Fitness at the Cherry Creek Arts Festival was a Big Hit!
See video on Denver Post.com

(Click to view)


Walking Wednesdays 2012 and SUMA - Shape Up with Martial Arts:

Jacqui Shumway's Walking Wednedays has become a national "movement" associated with Safe Routes to School.

Denver's Walk A Child To School started in 1997 at Park Hill Elementary and is now a month-long international event in October; Denver Public Schools is now coordinating with CDOT, Safe Routes to School, CLIF Bars and the Colorado Governor's Council for Physical Fitness to spread walking and biking throughout Colorado.

New Website for: Colorado Governor's Council for Physical Fitness and The Colorado Foundation for Physical Fitness is www.ColoradoFitness.org
If you need to call someone, contact Jacqui Shumway directly at 303-744-7676.

"SAFE" Streets Are For Exercise, Education Project

SAFE and Walking Wednesdays, and Walk to School Month/Day is expanding.
Look for these signs around your school...ask for them if you need some.


Click here for more information.

Fundamentals of T'ai Chi Chuan and Qi-Gong Classes* held weekly:

Monday
9:15am, 3:00pm

Tuesday
8:15am (7:00 am in summer)

Wednesday
9:15am, 5:45pm

Thursday
8:15am, 10:00am

Friday
9:15am

Saturday
8:00am

*First time students should call for private instruction, an evaluation and to fill out paperwork, before attending their introductory class.

Check the Class Schedule section for more times and locations.

Or click here to download a schedule: By Area, By Day

To register or to receive a catalogue, call - 303.744.7676

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Traditional Chinese Medicine College of Sports Medicine

Integrative Medicine Clinic
1529 York Street, Suite 101
Denver, CO 80206
Clinic 303-744-7676
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AMP! Your Brain!

Visit Jacqui's AMP! Website


Having trouble with our main phone line....or have an emergency?
Call Jacqui 303-725-7482 on her AMP! phone.


Kids Classes in Aurora
Wu Shu & Lion Dance - National Martial Arts Academy
www.wushunmaa.com


Lower back pain?
Click here to see our Denver Post article about lower back pain.