At Wine Country Tai Chi Society, we celebrate the Seated Form of Tai Chi for its accessibility, therapeutic benefits, and power to improve quality of life. Our instructor, Yvonne Waines, embodies the transformative potential of this practice, particularly for those managing arthritis, joint stiffness, and chronic inflammation. Yvonne has long experienced challenges with arthritis in…
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At Wine Country Tai Chi Society, February’s theme of Strength and Connection in Motion is beautifully embodied by one of our own long-time instructors, Doug Waines. When Doug faced double knee replacement surgeries, he didn’t step away from his Tai Chi practice — he leaned into it. Through Seated Tai Chi, Doug intentionally strengthened his…
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At Wine Country Tai Chi Society, February is a month to celebrate strength, connection, and heart-centered movement. While Tai Chi is often described as gentle, its true power lies in how it builds resilience over time—physically, emotionally, and socially. Practiced together, Tai Chi becomes a shared language of balance, trust, and vitality. Partner Tai Chi:…
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Wine Country Tai Chi Society is please to share their annual Wellness Retreat: “Inside your Tai Chi Practice” with Dr Michelle Greenwell, CIH, BioEW, on March 6-8 2026, West Kelowna, BC * All ages and abilities welcome Fees: Friday only $25, Sat/Sun $87, All Three Days $97 Registration: Click here Two Locations: Friday -West…
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The New Year often arrives with mixed emotions. While there is hope and possibility, there is also pressure—pressure to reset, improve, and move faster toward goals. In winter, these expectations can feel especially heavy. Shorter days, colder weather, limited outdoor activity, and the quiet after holiday gatherings can lead to isolation, tension, and increased stress.…
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Check out our calendar and find the perfect fit for you. 2026 promises to be a year of transformation, and Tai Chi is at the heart of it!
The Role of Tai Chi in Cultivating a Long and Vibrant Life** Nestled between shimmering lake waters and rolling vineyard-covered hills, West Kelowna is already known for its natural beauty, outdoor lifestyle, and deep sense of community. But imagine if it became known for something even more remarkable—being a Canadian Blue Zone, a place where…
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It was a pleasure for the members of our club to be able to support our West Kelowna Food Bank. Our donation this year was $2850. Thank you to our club member Sandra Kendel for passing over the donation.
On November 8 & 9, the Wine Country Tai Chi Society is honored to host a deep immersion workshop led by Kevin Werre, exploring the full-day practice of the 108 Moving Meditation from the tradition of Master Moy. Over the course of two days, students will have a rare opportunity to slow down, move with…
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Mental Fatigue, Tai Chi and the Lower Dan Tien Warehouse of Energy In our modern world—characterized by long hours at a desk, in traffic, or staring at screens—mental fatigue has become a pervasive drain on our vitality. Far beyond mere tiredness, mental fatigue impairs cognition, reduces creativity, and chips away at our emotional and physical…
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