Master Christopher Allen has been teaching Tai Chi for 5 years and is a registered instructor with the Alexander Tai Chi Foundation and National Council for Oriental Martial Arts. Qualified to the highest level, he was awarded the rank of Master by his teacher Shihan Jon Alexander (9th Degree). Along with the title, Christopher was also awarded a 5th Degree in Tai Chi and a 6th Degree in Oriental Martial Arts by the national council, Christopher is one of only 4 people in the UK to have been awarded such recognition.
Master Christopher Allen (6th Degree) and Shihan Jon Alexander (9th Degree) pictured after the presentation.
"Christopher is an exceptional teacher, his understanding, knowledge and teaching ability is second to none,
and we felt that this promotion was rightfully deserved. I am so proud that he has been able to develop his martial arts tuition into a full time occupation which is something I have enjoyed for the last 40 years". stated Jon Alexander after the presentation.
Christopher is currently engaged in several classes both for the public and for corporate companies, if you would like to book Christopher for a corporate event please click here or see below for links to the public classes.
Now that Christopher has been promoted to the rank of Master Tai Chi Instructor he can officially train instructors in Tai Chi, so if you would like to become a Tai Chi instructor either to supplement your income or start a new career, please contact Chris on 0845 094 8805.
Tai Chi can benefit those with type 2 Diabetes - according to the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Tai Chi exercises can help people with type 2 diabetes control their condition, research suggests.
Two separate studies found a 10-week programme of exercise was enough to boost the immune system, and to cut blood sugar levels.
The traditional Chinese martial art combines deep breathing and gentle movement to boost relaxation levels.
Both studies, by researchers in Taiwan and Australia, appear in the British Journal of Sports Medicine - click here for more info - external site.
Every UKMA Tai Chi Class includes
Dao Yin - warm up and gentle stretching
Chi Kung - breathing exercises
Position Practice
Form Practice
Chris studied under leading Tai Chi and Martial Arts Instructor Master Shihan Jon Alexander. Master Shihan Jon, 9th Dan has been studying and teaching Tai Chi since 1957. These pictures were taken shortly after he turned 70 years old!
Students should wear loose fitting clothes and clean shoes, or socks where appropriate.
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Tai Chi exercises can help people with type 2 diabetes control their condition, research suggests. 
