Valley Springs
Most classes are taught at the Sheng Chi Training Center in Valley Springs. Facilities are located on Main Street in Valley Springs. The Sheng Chi Training Center been in operation at this location for six years. Previously the business was located in Burson for eight years. We have a full time teaching staff with highly qualified instructors. Our instructors have a minimum of four years of training in instructing the art and are involved in ongoing training to develop their teaching skills. They are well versed in the developmental needs of youths ages 5-18. In addition they are also first aid and CPR certified.
Free Senior Tai' Chi' / Chi Kung Classes in Valley Springs
Gain the benefits of Tai' Chi' / Chi Kung practice by attending our senior classes in Valley Springs CA.
Benefits include:
- Better balance
- Increased lower body strength
- Increased core strength
- Increased body awareness
- Increased fitness levels
- Increased mental clarity
The benefits of Tai' Chi' practice have been widely popularized. A Harvard university health publication calls it "moving medication" due to it's tremendous health benefits.
Studies suggest that Tai' Chi' practice has both physical and mental health benefits. Such as:
- Reduction in pain due to arthritis - Tai' Chi' gets joints moving and strengthens the muscles that support them.
- Increased mental clarity The breathing exercises support increased oxygenation of the bloodstream which leads to better brain function.
- Increased memory - Learning new ways of moving your body create new neural pathways. In other words it exercises your brain also. Memory skills are generally increased.
Many other benefits can be gained from training in Tai' Chi' / Chi Kung. Because of it's ability to alleviate many of the symptoms of aging many consider it to be the fountain of youth.
Getting started is easy and no prior experience is necessary.
Stop in and try a class Wednesday mornings at 10 AM.
Classes are free for senior citizens
Feel free to call for more information (209) 772-1760
Donations to the Sheng Chi Foundation (a 501 (c)(3)) are accepted
Valley Springs At-Risk Youth
Valley Springs has a high percentage of children living in poor income households. 1999 statistics show that 16.5 percent of Calaveras county children are from poor income households. A large number of these children reside in Valley Springs proper. There is a high rate of drug use and criminal activity in this area.
Volunteer in Valley Springs
Are you interested in volunteer opportunities in the Valley Springs area?
Help out your local Valley Springs area by volunteering with the Sheng Chi Foundation.
The Sheng Chi Foundation helps out our local community by providing the follwing services:
- At-risk youth programs
- Senior Tai' Chi' classes
- Martial arts training for returning soldiers
- Martial arts training for those in addiction recovery programs
- Tai' Chi' classes for those suffering from fibromyalgia
Many volunteer opportunities available. We'll find something to fit your skills and available time. Some types of volunteering can be done from home.
Examples of types of help needed:
- Adding products to Ebay through our Ebay giving works program. All proceeds benefit the foundation.
- Research and writing. The benefits of Tai' Chi' and martial arts training are still being studied. New benefits are continually being found. We need someone to keep up with this research and disseminate this information
- Tracking progress of those in our programs
- Locating individuals who would benefit from our programs
- Organizing fundraisers and events
- Assisting with social media
Many more opportunities exist. We're sure to find something you can help with.
For more information or to find the right opportunity for you call Liz at (209) 772-1760