Tai Chi is a system of beautiful, flowing movements used by millions of people around the world as a graceful, meditative exercise. Chi-gong (Qigong) is a similar, but a more ancient mind-body system for cultivating our natural energy.

Regular practice of these closely related arts increases balance control and flexibility, and promotes health, strength, confidence, longevity, and peace of mind. The N.Y. Times recently reported studies show that Tai Chi can ease fibromyalgia and help people with conditions that include arthritis, Parkinson's disease, osteopenia and high blood pressure.

Elissa Berardi is certified as a Tai Chi instructor by the Oriental Fitness Institute of Philadelphia. She also studied at the Omega Institute in New York. Ms. Berardi is also a professional recorder and flute player, and has performed and recorded with Philomel Baroque for over three decades.

Tai Chi Classes

~Give yourself the gift of Vitality and Balance
On-going Small Group Classes, Private and Semi-private Lessons in
Center City, Philadelphia and in Glenside

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Testimonials:

"Tai Chi lessons with Elissa have made a tangible difference in alleviating the pain and fatigue I experience with fibromyalgia. Her mastery of Tai Chi and her deep understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of Chi Gong are imparted with great patience, sensitivity and even humor; making her the ideal teacher. I leave her class physically, mentally and spiritually restored." -- Laura S.

"Three different articles recommended tai chi for joint stiffness, flexibility and balance. So the day after I bumped into the frame of a wide doorway, I began looking seriously for a class. It was my good fortune to find Elissa.

As a teacher, Elissa is endlessly patient, breaking down each movement into the tiny parts that make what might seem impossible doable. I can now stand on one foot while moving my arms and my other leg into a kick position. Sometimes my motion has a grace and balance that I thought I had permanently lost.

Elissa pays close attention to her students, adjusting each session to our particular needs and making sure we move through tai chi forms in a way that strengthens us. In my case, I recently realized that in the past few months I have rarely worn the emergency knee support that I had come to rely on.

Elissa is a patient, positive, considerate teacher who is finely-attuned to her students. Thank goodness she was accepting students when I needed someone with exemplary teaching and tai chi skills." -- Dee H.

"I highly recommend my Tai Chi instructor Elissa Berardi. Elissa is a terrific teacher, very calm and centered. And she is patience personified! Due to an illness, I can't stand up for long periods. Elissa has adjusted the exercises and movements to accommodate my weakness, and to help me build strength. I've made significant improvements over the last few months, and I attribute them to Elissa's expert teaching." -- Pat M.

for More Information or to Register, please contact Elissa at: eb.taichi@gmail.com