A Blue Zone Approach to Wellbeing Through Tai Chi There is something magical that happens when we step outside and allow nature to become our teacher. At the Wine Country Tai Chi Society, environmental mindfulness is more than simply exercising outdoors—it is an invitation to reconnect with the rhythms of life. Throughout the summer months,…
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June invites us outdoors. The gardens are growing, the birds are busy with their summer songs, and the warmth of the sun encourages us to spend more time in nature. It is the perfect season to take our Tai Chi practice beyond the walls of the studio and into the living landscape around us. Whether…
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As we move into March—a time associated with renewal, clarity, and fresh energy—many people begin thinking about how to support both physical and mental wellbeing. One of the most powerful and accessible ways to do this is through regular Tai Chi practice. While Tai Chi is widely known for improving balance and flexibility, research and…
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March is a season of renewal, clarity, and gentle detoxification. As nature begins to shift toward spring, many people feel the natural urge to reset routines, simplify habits, and bring more awareness to daily choices. At Wine Country Tai Chi, we encourage members to explore a simple but powerful morning practice: Tai Chi followed by…
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At Wine Country Tai Chi, our practice doesn’t end with the final movement of a form. Instead, it gently transitions into another important part of the experience: tea, conversation, and community connection. For March, our tea ritual focuses on Lucky Dragon Green Tea, a traditional green tea associated with renewal, detoxification, and clarity. As we…
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When we look at the world’s Blue Zones—regions where people live the longest, healthiest lives—we see consistent themes: movement, purpose, connection, and stress regulation. What if there were a single daily practice that gently trains all of those at once? Tai Chi may be one of the most powerful and accessible ways to cultivate heart…
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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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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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