Tai Chi Variations

Several groups have taken the traditional practice of tai chi and modified it to use for health purposes. A range of motion dance program was developed using the principles of tai chi, which has been further adapted for people with various disabilities (Harlowe and Yu 1997). Elderly persons have used a modification that employs nine movements to help reduce falls. Such programs are not traditional tai chi, but you may find that one of them meets your needs for a group class with low-impact activity.