"I have attended Jon’s on-line classes from the beginning of coronavirus lockdown.

Without doubt Jon’s teaching has eased the stress of lock-down and enabled me to feel balanced, energised and calm.

His explanations of movements through teaching shows deep understanding of his art.

His calm approach and knowledge is without doubt and you never stop learning with him”

Christine

Cloud Gate Students

We provide an ever evolving exploration into the internal arts of Tai Chi and Qigong and their benefits for the body and mind.

Since the summer lock-down and social distancing we have enjoyed running our classes are online (running at the usual billed times).

We are still teaching, helping students develop while enjoying watching the Cloud Gate community grow.

Online classes currently open for beginners

Mondays 10.30 am Qigong

Mondays 8pm Qigong

Wednesday warms ups 8.30am (free)

Wednesdays 9am (half hour Qigong)

Thursdays 6pm Qigong

Thursdays 7pm Tai Chi form

Private sessions are also available

Cloud Gate

Tai Chi & Qigong

Welcome.

Cloud Gate school runs Tai Chi and Qigong classes in Birmingham. We focus on training for a clearer, stronger and more efficient body and mind.

Vitality, well-being, peace.

Arts for your body and mind

Why Practice?

All of the forms, exercises and qualities we teach have been known to help improve a wide range of physical health issues including aches, pains and tension.

Tai Chi and Qigong also have a clear and positive effect on problems that have a more emotional or mind orientated nature such as anxiety or low mood.

However, the main focus in how we teach is on improving the overall quality of life through harmony of body and mind.

To work towards these goals we teach

Loosening - Releasing tensions in the body

Standing Meditation

Qigong (energy work)

Neigong (inner work)

Tai Chi form

TRAINING THE ARTS

Our Philosophy

Cloud Gate aims to make training Tai Chi and Qigong accessible and interesting while maintaining an authentic approach to practice. The focus is on teaching Tai Chi and Qigong as clearly and as accurately as possible.
Get in touch to schedule a free trial class today.

Tai Chi (Taijiquan) is a mind-body practice originating from Chinese martial arts, which is widely practised for health and well-being.

Qigong (Chi Kung) refers to a wider range of practices – including standing postures, movement & breathing exercises and meditation – with the goal of cultivating and balancing life energy (Qi).

Benefits – Regular practice of Tai Chi & Qigong promotes relaxation, body awareness, balance, mobility, co-ordination, strength and stamina. These practices are increasingly recommended by health professionals as research suggests Tai Chi & Qigong can improve a variety of health conditions.