Wellness Wednesday: Tai Chi
Wed, Apr 22
|Stone Valley Recreation Area
Enjoy an outdoor Tai Chi experience with Dr. Yanxi Liu, starting with Qigong breathing exercises and easing into slow, flowing sequences that unwind and connect your body in nature.
Registration opens Apr 15, 2026, 8:00 AM
Dates & Times
Apr 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Stone Valley Recreation Area, Unnamed Road, Petersburg, PA 16669, USA
About the event
led by Dr. Yanxi Liu
Discover the foundational techniques and gentle movements of Tai Chi with instructor Dr. Liu, who will guide participants through a calming, beginner‑friendly session — perfect for anyone seeking a peaceful evening outdoors.
We’ll begin with a breathing and movement practice known as the Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin), a well‑known form of Qigong. This traditional Chinese practice uses slow, intentional movements, deep breathing, and mindful focus to support energy flow and overall well‑being. Each of the eight movements targets a different area of the body to enhance flexibility, balance, and the flow of Qi (vital energy). Before each TAIJI practice session, we will explore 2–3 of these movements in depth.
Once the body is warmed and breathing becomes steady, we will transition into several fundamental TAIJI QUAN movements. The first four: ward‑off, roll‑back, press, and push, will be practiced individually and then woven together into a slow, smooth, and continuous sequence that can even be enjoyed with music.
We’ll conclude the session with gentle stretching and deep breathing exercises, helping the body unwind and the mind settle, leaving you feeling both refreshed and relaxed.
About the Presenter:
Dr. Yanxi Liu is a professor in the school of electrical engineering and computer science of PSU. She is a trained theoretical roboticist and publishes in AI related fields since 1980s. Dr. Liu is a longtime Taiji (Tai Chi) practitioner, instructor, competitor, and researcher. She has served as a faculty advisor for PSU Taiji Club since 2007.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your registration, please email us at info@centredoutdoors.org at least 24 hours before the event. Our programs often have limited capacity, and early cancellations allow us to offer your spot to another participant. Thank you for helping us keep our events accessible to all!
Reschedule Policy
Because of the frequency and nature of our wellness sessions, adventure hikes, and guided outings, we are unable to reschedule these events. For special-topic programs, we will make every effort to reschedule when possible. If a special-topic event is postponed, participants will be notified with updated details as soon as they are available.
All programs are held rain or shine. In the event of a cancellation for severe weather, registrants will be contacted by email and/or phone, and it will be announced on our website, Facebook, and Instagram.