Chen Style Taijiquan Instruction Please contact us for more information about classes, private sessions or group events or visit our website.
At Jian Taiji classes there are 2 fully qualified instructors, Ian and Janet, who have been exclusively studying Chen Tai Chi since 1996. Our extensive experience means we offer progressive learning to improve each students individual level of ability regardless of age or fitness. With Chen Tai Chi classes available in Manchester, Stockport and Tameside we ensure that the benefits to health, well-
14/06/2026
Another great session of Taiji plus today, looking at improving and developing the attributes of ken (root) and rou (pliancy) into your practice.
We hope we gave you plenty of food for thought (as well as to eat 😀)
No photos, as we forgot!, so just a photo of GM Chen Zhenglei to inspire you ❤️☯️
16/05/2026
if you can keep your centre whatever comes your way
if you can keep your spirit raised and your root strong
if you know when to bend and when to hold fast
when to yield and when to advance
be clear on what is too much and what is too little
then your way will be open and smooth
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02/05/2026
We would like to wish our long term student Richard Leese good luck in taking on the challenge of The Great Manchester Run and raising money for a good cause.
Please support him if you can ♥️☯️
Richard's page Why I'm Running Just turned 75 and looking forward to my fourth quarter century, so time to do the Manchester 10k again. I’m running to raise money for the British Heart Foundation, and let’s face it,
17/04/2026
The art of Taiji has many aspects to consider but it is important to recognise that learning and practice are two different sides to developing good skill.
Learning on its own does not lead to proficiency in Taiji, you need the direct experience of practice to understand how to express the theory through your body.
The purpose of learning is to gain new knowledge (what is to be known) while practicing is practical and the only method to consolidate skills and ability (what is known).
To put it succinctly - Masters are made through practice, Scholars through learning.
Enjoy your weekend putting into practice what you learnt at class this week ❤️☯️