A little clarity.
A more confident start.

You can begin without knowing a form or any Tai Chi terminology. Choose a class that welcomes beginners and let the instructor know you are new.

The format varies by instructor. You may explore loosening exercises, Qigong and the beginnings of the Tai Chi form. Ask about the structure of your chosen class before attending.

Comfortable clothing that allows easy movement is a useful starting point. Choose secure footwear appropriate to the venue, and ask the instructor if the class has any specific requirements.

Joining arrangements and fees may vary by class and venue. Contact us about your chosen location before travelling and ask whether a beginner session or trial class is available.

Start with a convenient location and check whether the class welcomes beginners or expects previous experience. Tell the instructor about your interests and any adjustments you need.

Tai Chi Chuan is a martial art whose practice includes solo forms and partner work. Qigong encompasses exercises involving movement or stillness, attention and breathing. Both feature in Kai Ming’s teaching.

Kai Ming focuses on Cheng Man Ching style Tai Chi Chuan. The 37-posture form and Huang’s five loosening exercises are central to the published syllabus, alongside partner exercises and Qigong.

Different classes emphasise different aspects of the art. Ask your instructor what is included and discuss your preferences before taking part. Tai Chi’s martial principles can also inform the study of solo movement.

You learn movements gradually, and the pace varies between people and classes. Becoming familiar with a sequence is one stage; understanding and refining it can remain an ongoing practice.

Ask your instructor about the requirements of your class. Introductory solo practice generally centres on movement rather than equipment. Workshops involving weapons or other training tools have their own arrangements.

Yes. A selection of books, DVDs and lesson gifts is available through the shop page. You can also contact us for current availability, formats and postage details.

Ask your instructor for a manageable starting point based on what you have covered in class. Short, regular sessions can make it easier to remember movements and notice questions for your next lesson.

The space needed depends on the exercise. Repeated Qigong movements may use a smaller area than a travelling form. Choose a clear space and ask how to adapt your current practice to it.

Let the instructor know what you have practised and what you would like to explore. They can help you choose an appropriate starting point in Kai Ming’s approach.

Kai Ming’s wider syllabus includes partner work, further forms and weapons. Ask about current workshops and the association’s instructor development pathway to find the best next stage for your practice.

Please contact us to discuss what you need. Teaching options vary between classes and related programmes, so the availability of a suitable session needs to be checked individually.

Ask about your chosen venue before attending, including step-free access, toilets, parking, seating and any other facilities you need. Verified accessibility details will be added to each class listing.

Kai Ming’s previous information included sessions for groups, schools, day centres and workplaces. Contact us with your location, group size and aims so current options can be discussed.