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Q – Health and Wellness
Wilmington (Arsht Hall) | September 4, 2024-December 4, 2024
Wednesday: 9:00 AM-10:15 AM
An introduction to the basic stances and postures of this traditional Chinese slow-motion exercise. Tai chi forms consist of a set pattern of standing movements which may improve balance and flexibility. Practice outside of class is essential. Students are encouraged to attend most or all class sessions to achieve the most benefit from their tai chi practice.
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This offering meets for a total of 13 session(s).
INSTRUCTORS: Betty Ann Themal, Teddi Collins, David Hamilton
THEMAL, BETTY ANN–A.S., Lasell College. Retired registered medical technologist; many years a Girl Scout leader and trainer. Studied and practiced tai chi since 1978. Has been teaching tai chi at lifelong learning since 1998.
COLLINS, TEDDI–B.S. Ed., West Chester University. Retired nurse clinical educator and laser specialist from ChristianaCare. Life member of the Brandywiners Ltd., interested in all aspects of theatre. Other interests include oil painting, photography and tai chi–learned at OLLI and has been practicing for 20 years.
HAMILTON, DAVID–B.A., M.S., biology, University of Delaware; M.S., information science, Drexel University. Student of tai chi at OLLI since 2004. Other interests include literature, folk dance and choral music.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
Kent/Sussex | Wilmington