Health benefits of Chi Me:

  • Improves balance & coordination – Helps prevent falls by strengthening muscles and enhancing body awareness.

  • Eases joint pain & stiffness – Gentle movements promote flexibility and reduce discomfort, making it ideal for those with arthritis or mobility concerns.

  • Reduces stress & anxiety – The slow, mindful nature of Chi Me calms the nervous system and encourages relaxation.

  • Boosts circulation & energy levels – Encourages smooth energy flow (Chi), reducing fatigue and increasing vitality.

  • Supports posture & core strength – Strengthens stabilising muscles to improve posture and reduce strain on joints.

What is Chi Me?

Chi Me is a Tai Chi-inspired exercise designed to improve balance, mobility and overall wellbeing.

It combines slow, flowing movements with mindful breathing, making it accessible to people of all fitness levels, including those with mobility issues or chronic pain. Unlike high-impact workouts, Chi Me focuses on gentle, controlled motions that help reduce stiffness, improve flexibility and promote relaxation.

Chi Me exercise sessions

  • Maximum 10 to 15 participants per session

  • 45 minutes Chi Me exercise

  • 15 minutes tea/coffee and healthy treats

  • Combination of standing and seated movements

  • No floor exercises

Benefits

  • Gentle exercise: Combine calming movement with mindful practice, helping with flexibility, balance and stress relief.

  • Community and connection: Tea/coffee time fosters community, allowing participants to enjoy healthy treats and connect with others in a supportive environment.

What participants say about our Chi Me sessions

  • "I've found Maria's Chi Mi sessions not only relaxing and enjoyable but have really benefited from the strengthening of my legs. This has given me much more confidence on stairs and general walking, for which I'm really grateful.”

    Andrea

  • "I was a bit daunted when I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, so when Maria started the Chi Me sessions I went along. It is a lovely group and I find the exercises so beneficial for my joints as well as my mental wellbeing. At the end of a session we have tea and a chat and Maria makes sure we all leave fully motivated"

    Lynda

  • "Chi Me with Maria, Calming, Relaxing (to the point of trying to stay awake on the cool down), Enjoyable oh and so much fun you forget that you are gaining strength and flexibility as you are just in the moment. Love every class. Great tutor, lovely lady. "

    Michelle

  • "At the start of each session I am always mentally busy in my mind but by the end I am a lot more clearer and very, very relaxed! Also Maria the instructor is amazing and brings us little tasty and very healthy treats at the end! Maria is so kind and helpful with any questions and advice on anti-inflammatory foods to help with arthritis, and i always have her amazing sweet treats in my freezer now!!! I would highly recommend these sessions as by the end it also feels like a good workout even though it's gentle! I loved it. Thankyou Maria! "

    Keily

  • "Maria, I have really enjoyed our sessions and look forward to returning after your holidays. I feel I have benefited from the exercises as I always arrive with discomfort in the shoulders but feel better afterwards. I like the friendly atmosphere and it's nice to sit and chat for a short while at the end. "

    Pat

  • "I have found these sessions very valuable to me in order to keep my body supple and free from aches and pains. The sessions are very relaxing which I need in my job as a carer. "

    Brenda