Trayfoot Mountain Studio
A Holistic Wellness Center Offering Tai Chi, Qigong, Herbs
Tai Chi & Qigong Classes—Important Notice! All classes are outside so no worries about Covid/germs.
Serving the Shenandoah Valley including Augusta County, Rockingham County, Waynesboro, Staunton, Harrisonburg, Grottoes and Crimora areas.
Joint us for Tai Chi, Qigong & Meditation in the Treetops!
Tai Chi & QiGong–Grassroots of Self Care
Ever feel like your health is not under your control? Ever think there has got to be a better way of staying healthy than boring and sometimes damaging exercise? Want to build a stronger immune system, improve balance and flexibility, reduce stress and create a stronger, more vibrant body by moving in a lovely, slow, dance-like way? Enter the ancient arts of Tai Chi and Qigong. Learn how you may lower your BP 10 points in two minutes, increase your circulation and mental focus, prevent and improve many health conditions, and the list goes on and on. Come and let us share with you the wonderful and dynamic healing world of Tai Chi and Qi Gong.
Even if you are already on the Tai Chi Path—unless you are studying with a private instructor at a private studio—there are limits to what you will learn and what is allowed to be taught. At Trayfoot Mountain Studio we have no such limitations. Techniques and advanced theory shared in our classes will greatly enhance your Tai Chi and Qi Gong studies…no matter who you study with!
FREE Introductory Class! Call for an appointment.
FYI: All my classes are small so we can focus on individual health, healing and improvement. Everyone welcome! For more information call 540-476-1789
Please call for details and to register.
All classes are small and outside on our new Tai Chi Pavilion so no worries about spreading germs! Dress weather appropriate.
We have classes outside year-round on Virginia’s only Trayfoot Tai Chi Pavilion!
Trayfoot Studio Late Summer 2023 Schedule*
Mondays
9:00 a,m,–Kid-Friendly Class (K-FC) Special Class for Moms and Grandmothers.
Tai Chi Basics, Qigong Basics, Tai Chi Fan and Meditation at the Pond
Bring your kids to class. They may participate, play in the yard or watch the fish and painted pond turtles in the pond.
Tuesdays — this class is currently full.
10:00 a.m.–Deuce Mixture Tai Chi & Qigong
Overview: This is a wonderful class for those who want to improve or maintain their health naturally while learning Qigong forms such as Eight Pieces of Brocade, Seasonal Qigong, Ruler Tai Chi/Qigong, Rainbow Fan Form and a short meditation. Class is on our new Tai Chi Pavilion overlooking the pond and meditation is in the pagoda at the pond.
Beginning August 1st, Tai Chi Qigong Silk Reeling for Heart and Lung Health
This is a mixed level class with beginners to the more experienced. We are starting a new late summer/early fall class focusing Silk Reeling movements for the heart and lungs so this is the perfect time to join the class. Class will close with a meditation at the pond and a meridian massage.
After we complete the movements we have a guided meditation and do some qigong self-massage. Because we use a Punch Card System* you do not lose sessions when you can’t attend. However, those who rarely miss class do usually reap more benefits!
Everyone from 18 to 100 is welcome in this class…no experience necessary!
Thursdays
10:00 a.m. –Tai Chi Forms
This is a mixed level class for intermediate to the more experienced. We do a variety Tai Chi and Fan forms. Right now we are focused on the 32 Movement Form and the Rainbow Fan Form.
Some experience recommended and if you decide to join this class, I will meet with you privately a couple of times to get you started so you can blend into the group already working on the form.
Saturdays August 5 – September 30
8:00 a.m–Early Bird Class — Tai Chi Qigong Silk Reeling for Heart and Lung Health
This is a mixed level class with beginners to the more experienced. We are starting a new late summer/early fall class focusing Silk Reeling movements for the heart and lungs so this is the perfect time to join the class. Class will close with a meditation at the pond and a meridian massage.
NEW class by Appointment
Mindful Movement for Self-Healing & Better Balance
Many of us have reached the distinctive Senior title… and sometimes balance and health issues accompanies this title. A recent research study manned by doctors, physical therapists, tai chi masters and elder care specialists designed a program to create better balance in seniors and thus prevent dangerous falls. I have combined this with anti-cancer movements, movements to enhance flexibility, and movements that may help with neck, back and knee issues.
You will also learn to recognize your “tipping point” so you can stop a fall from happening.
Half of this 45 minute class will be done sitting, and believe it or not, the sitting movements are designed to strengthen your core, lower back/sacrum area, hips and abs! We finish up with a sitting meditation around the fire pit.
Fridays are reserved for Private Classes by Appointment
By Appointment only–Beginning Tai Chi & Qigong – First class is free!
This class is the perfect place to ease into the wonderful world of tai chi and qigong! You will learn stance training, healing breathing techniques, and two simple forms. By appointment only so please text or call ahead to secure your spot or set up appointment for your free class.
Private Group Classes
This is a great option if you want a private class with just you and a few friends. Call for more information about days and times.
Offsite Specialty Classes
We offer 4-Session Specialty Classes at the Grottoes Community Center several times a year. We just finished a Senior Tai Chi course and we had great students! If you have any interest in this class, please let me know. (Call/text 540/476-1789 or email trayfootmtn@yahoo.com.for more information.