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Tai Chi Chuan
Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese healing art, it is augmented by the fact that it is also a moving meditation. This combination helps one’s body heal itself. The slowly performed coordinated flowing movements facilitate the circulation of blood and energy (chi) and also create better overall balance and flexibility. In ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine, the focus is to help prevent disease through practices such as Tai Chi Chuan, meditation, and Chi Kung, all of which are taught in these classes.
2023 Summer Tai Chi
Tai Chi during the 2023 Summer is offered in two formats.
Please Note: Both options are for experienced patrons; No instruction is given.
Summer Tai Chi Chuan
- Join other experienced Tai Chi players to enjoy the energy and peace.
- Tuesdays from June 6 through August 22; There is no gathering on July 4.
- This class runs from 8 - 9 AM and is for those who are experienced Tai Chi players.
- Cost: Free
- Location: Evergreen Lake House.
Tai Chi for Arthritis Alumni (18 Years and Older)
- Help reduce pain and improve many aspects of your health with this program
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 13 to August 31
- This class runs from 9:30-10:30 AM and is for those that have already taken Tai Chi for Arthritis.
- Cost: $10.00 for the entire summer session
- Location: Hiwan Homestead
Register Online for Tai Chi Classes
Tai Chi Chuan Instructors
Ellen Arnold became fascinated with Tai Chi when working in Hong Kong in 2009, seeing groups "play tai chi” in the parks. She returned to the States and started taking classes in Yang Style Tai Chi in Rochester, New York. In 2017, Ellen became Certified as a trainer for Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. She taught TCA in Upstate New York through the YMCA and Lattimore Physical Therapy. Ellen moved to Evergreen in 2019, with her husband (since their sons and grandchildren live here). Certification is through Tai Chi for Health.
Sue Knepley has practiced Chan Man’ch’ing Yang Short Form for over twenty years. She is a retired Community College educator and has lived in Evergreen for more than forty years.
Fencing Classes
(Fencing Academy of Denver in Partnership with Evergreen Park & Recreation District)
Beginner Fencing (18+ Years)
- This is a split class in conjunction with Youth Fencing
- Discover the Olympic sport of Fencing
- Introduction to history of fencing, weapons, target areas and fencing technique
- Teaches competition, respect and self-discipline
- Equipment provided
- Location: Buchanan Park Recreation Center
Register Online for Beginner Fencing (18+ Years)
Progressive Fencing (18+ Years)
- This is a split class in conjunction with Youth Fencing
- Continuation courses (progressive) focus on learning new fencing skills, such as:
- Advanced footwork
- Bouts with electric equipment
- Fencing strategy
- Rules and regulations
- Other offensive and defensive fencing techniques
- These classes prepare fencers for local tournaments
- Location: Buchanan Park Recreation Center
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Nancy Cooper
Programs and Guest Services SupervisorPhone: 720-880-1226
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Wulf Recreation Center
Physical Address
5300 S Olive Road
Evergreen, CO 80439
Phone: 720-880-1200Fax: 720-880-1280