2026 Summer Classes, held in the Commons at New Trier, Northfield,
will begin the week of June 1.
Summer offerings
Foundational Exercises
The Foundations Exercises class will focus specifically
on three foundational exercises, Ape Steps Back, Tiger’s
Pounce, and Cloud Hands. The class will be geared to current
students (Qigong students, Form students, Advanced
students) who would like to improve their understanding of
these important exercises.
Xin Tian, Instructor
Saturdays | 6/6-6/27 | 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Gentle Tai Chi Class
In addition to reviewing the exercises taught in the Qigong and Foundations of Tai Chi classes, the main focus of the Gentle Tai Chi Class is learning the 1st Section of the Tai Chi Form while still. This class is ideal for students who wish to learn at a slower pace, seniors, or those who might have some physical challenges with balance or memory.
Pam Hultgren, Instructor
Prerequisite: One semester of the Qigong and Foundations
Saturdays | 6/6-6/27 | 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Tai Chi Principles
Principles in training; principles in practice. In addition to the Taiji Form practice, each week this class will focus on a basic principle and how it is to be trained and how it is used in 2-person practices.
Pam Hultgren, Instructor
Mondays | 6/1-6/22 | 7-8 p.m.
Saturdays | 6/6-6/27 | 8:20-9:20 a.m.
Tai Chi Form: Advanced
Contact Pam Hultgren before registering for this class for the first time
Wednesdays | 6/3-6/24 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.
