About our Classes
Classes at Rising Moon Tai Chi are held in a relaxed and respectful environment. Usually conducted indoors, the session changes focus from individual and group work, to instructor-led or student-led exercises. It is a standing activity, requiring similar energy levels as a good walk. Of course, there are always chairs available if students would prefer this to standing. Wear layered clothing so you can remove clothing as you warm up. Special uniforms are not necessary, but clothing should be loose and comfortable. Wear soft-soled shoes. It is a good idea to bring a drink bottle to each class.
Students are encouraged to leave their stress and worries at the door, to focus on the Tai Chi method, and to practice patience with themselves and each other. But above all, students are encouraged to have fun and enjoy the learning experience.
Weather permitting, sessions can also run outdoors, where the fresh air and beautiful surrounds can be enjoyed.
The class begins with the salute and warm-up exercises, followed by either standing meditation, exercises cultivating tai chi principles, Shibashi or Qigong, and finally practice in a Tai Chi Form, depending upon the session. The class concludes with another salute, where students and instructor bow as a sign of mutual respect.
Social activities and community events are always enjoyed within the group and lunches, outings and morning teas are organised throughout the year. All are welcome, including friends and families of students.
Many students, before beginning their first session, will confess that they have ‘poor coordination’, or ‘poor balance’ - however, all are pleasantly surprised after a few sessions as their confidence has improved, paving the way for development of coordination and balance. The journey is a slow but enjoyable one and the learning environment is a respectful and productive one.
Classes run for 50 minutes and are held in Mt Martha, Mornington and Somerville. Our designated Beginner classes are facilitated by Sifu Jenny, who is experienced in catering for the beginner student.
RMTC classes are always a positive experience, with new students warmly welcomed into the fold.
There are no joining fees at Rising Moon Tai Chi and there are 3 payment options:
‘Pay as you go’ ($25)
10 sessions ($200). 10 session packs have an expiry of 6 months and can be used for any time-tabled class. This Pass gives you access to free practice videos. These sessions can be gifted to a friend or family member.
Pay per school term. 10 weeks $195, allows students to attend up to 4 classes a week with free access to practice videos.
All prices include GST.
Gift vouchers can also be arranged, for 1, 5 or 10 sessions.
Payment can be made in class by cash or credit card, or they can be purchased through the Purchase a Pass page. Direct debit can also be arranged. Email info@risingmoontaichi.net for more information or to book a class. Classes are not held on public holidays.
Please note, no refunds can be issued once a Pass has been activated.
Read What Students are Saying
Comments from students attending weekly classes
"I would highly recommend the RMTC school to anyone contemplating beginning the tai chi journey, or anyone wishing to further advance their tai chi practice. Jenny Harrison has a skill for presenting each of the tai chi forms in a step by step progression that enables all students to make considerable progress. The class atmosphere Jenny cultivates is always nurturing, inclusive and encouraging with students ever ready to celebrate each other's achievements. Support materials for home practice can be purchased through the school and have proved to be an invaluable aid. Free tai chi sessions in the park over the summer months are a popular social activity and just one of the many ways Jenny demonstrates great dedication to running her school.
Tai Chi is often described as moving meditation. When I joined the RMTC school, I found myself moving under the instruction of a dedicated and talented teacher and alongside a wonderful bunch of tai chi enthusiasts. I highly recommend the School." - Bev
“I attended a 24 form workshop on Friday in Melbourne. I had lots of comments about my high standard of tai chi which I was obviously very pleased about but I am writing this to thank you for your high standard of teaching and attention to detail. As you are my only teacher my tai chi abilities reflect your teaching standards so I am very grateful. I am pleased that I still have a lot to learn and will continue to enjoy that process.” - Ruth
“…So Jenny, I’m writing about all this to you because both your teaching and your thought provoking sayings were very instrumental in guiding me forward. Particularly your publication of the image of the two types of people in the world, (one flailing in the water as if about to drown, and the other floating peacefully). I’m grateful that through your devotion to teaching, your patience whilst I “flailed” through life, your grace in accepting my choices; all goes to show how you’re the embodiment of what you’re teaching, and I do respect that enormously! It’s such a worthy thing that you’ve done and are doing; helping others find a wellness they’ve not known before, how fabulous!” - Jen
Student Feedback from the Teach Tai Chi Level 1 course
"Jenny is a natural communicator. Her expertise as a trained educator shows in the way she teaches and she teaches the finer details of learning tai chi - the mental, spiritual, physical and emotional. Jenny is very generous with her knowledge and oh so patient." - De
"Simple outstanding. Best course in many years." - Mark
"This has challenged me in all the right ways." - Vanessa
"Exceeded all expectations." - Karen