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" Get fit, look good in 1001

CHIROPODIST Reiki Healing Tai Chi, the gentle martial art
Free session on 9 January at Upper Shaw Farm
Indian
Advanced Reflexologist
Head
& Kinesiologist
Massage
CLINIC AT 113 HIGH STREET
Reflexology
WOOTTON BASSETT
For an appointment with Treatment Room (gym)
Mrs Lesley Taylor Link Centre
MBChA, MSSCh, MIIR, ASK
Lorraine Mills
07899 675318
Call Freephone 0808 108 8545 Dip.IHM. Reiki Master. MICHT
(01793) 849914 anytime Mobile service also available

Need to get
i n shape '' Do you need to make changes to that includes traditional exercise
improve your fitness but hate the systems - stretching, remedial and
after the ^zi
gym and can't stand jogging? breathing exercises, Qigong, Tai
Festive t^ Tai Chi (Tai Ji Quan) is an an- Chi dance, stick set and 88 Style
Season? cient Chinese martial art although Yang form Tai Ji Quan.
these days it is usually practised The teacher, Annie Naji, has
We have an extensive range of slimming programmes for its health benefits. trained with the Nei Chia Associa-
Renowned for its calming effect, tion and is registered as a Member
to help you achieve the body you want, tackling Tai Ji can help combat the stresses of the Register of Complementary
problems like cellulite and fatty tissue. of modern life, improve strength Practitioners (Chinese Medicine
Division) qualified to teach Tai Ji
Phone the Beauty Studio on 01793 870902 and flexibility and promote bal- Quan, Qigong and Chinese Reme-
ance and harmony in our lives.
Also available: fill range of beauty therapies including The smooth flowing movements, dial Exercise. Annie has visited
postural alignment and focused China several times to train with
facials, waxing, nail extensions etc. breathing patterns means that the eminent Tai Ji masters.
body is not over-stressed and you There is a chance to try Tai Chi at
can improve at your own pace. It is a free session on 9 January. Wear
non-competitive and suitable for loose stretchy clothing and soft
Hatha Yocra all age groups and fitness levels. soled shoes! trainers.
If you decide to join, the cost is
The Old Town Tai Chi Club
with meets every Wednesday at Upper £4 per week, payable in advance
each term. Payment by instalment
Shaw Farm community centre,
opposite Shaw Ridge primary is possible and there are conces-
Jackie Galati ?n on school in West Swindon to prac- sions available for people on low
^a.
incomes.
tise a range of Chinese health arts
3Iand
by
The word Yoga means union, join r, Dan
or bring together "Mind, Body and jer. Yoga is big, very big
Spirit".
Yoga has been around for years and years, but with Geri Halliwell
and Madonna proclaiming that Power Yoga is responsible for their
Yoga is one of the oldest health fitness, well being and high levels of energy, there has been a boom
practices in the world, thought to be
over 6,000 years old. It helps to iM p1 in classes.
improve strength, flexibility and Locally, Bodies by Design run classes at Greendown school and
relieves stress, through poses, breath control and deep relaxation Achieve Success Fitness Consultancy is offering a demonstration class
Following slow controlled movement and holding poses, learn at the Dorcan Rec. Centre on 9 January (see page 31).
the art of alternate nostril breathing and complete relaxation. At Peatmoor community school Jackie Galati offers more traditional
Hatha Yoga classes which emphasise the purity of the poses, breath
My aim is to bring you the joy of Yoga and leave you feeling control and deep relaxation.
better about yourself. Mass stretch at Louise Harrington Bodies by Design class at Greendown
Classes at Peatmoor Community Primary School
(near the Chinese Experience)
Monday 1 Oam to 11.30am
Tuesday 7.30pm to 9pm '
Wednesday 7.30pm to 9pm
You will need an exercise mat, sleeping bag
or blanket. Wear comfo rtable loose clothes.
For further information or to pre-book
contact Jackie on 01793 876380