For Darryl Darley Tai Chi is a passion that he wants to share with as many people as possible.
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The ancient Chinese health philosophy is a slow burner in Australia, Mr Darley believes its health benefits are important to look at, particularly later in life.
He runs Tai Chi classes in the Camden Haven and Lake Cathie areas with some 40 students.
"I am convinced that the slow, gentle movements and breathing techniques can help heal the body," he said.
"This includes many ailments, leaving with more energy and a real feel of being balanced.
"And, I believe, it will help create more happiness in your life."
Mr Darley says Tai Chi's benefits include, less visits to the doctor, help bring down blood pressure, reduce anxiety and help you feel more relaxed while ridding the body of aches and pains.
He says breathing techniques, in particular, is vital to achieve better health.
"Essentially, we breath too shallow and only use about a third of our lung capacity.
"Tai Chi helps you learn how to breath more deeply and utilising all our lung capacity," he said.
This technique along will help reduce stress and anxiety in your life. You will sleep better and generally achieve better health outcomes.
- Darryl Darley
"This technique along will help reduce stress and anxiety in your life. You will sleep better and generally achieve better health outcomes."
Mr Darley says he is dedicated to helping people who want better health.
He says once the "outer movements" or physical movements are achieved, participants will learn how to "feel" Tai Chi.
"There are 250 million people a day participating in Tai Chi. It is about relaxation and it is about being on a journey," he said.
"The energy flow is very powerful and that helps heal the body itself.
"Between 250 and 300 muscles are worked in a one hour class of Tai Chi.
"It takes time and patience too. With my teachings I can help you in ways where sometimes doctors fail in healing the body.
"I get great pleasure hearing from my students how Tai Chi has changed their life."
There are five essential Tai Chi principles: relaxtion, concentration, meditation, harmony and breathing.
Mr Darley runs classes at Lake Cathie Community Hall, Lake Cathie Bowling Club and Club North Haven.
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