What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is originally a famous martial art from China. It is now being used by millions as an effective exercise for health and recreation. It consists of fluid, gentle and graceful circular movements, relaxed and slow in tempo. Breathing is deepened and slowed, aiding visual and mental concentration, relaxing the body and allowing the Qi (a life energy inside the body) to flow unimpeded throughout the body.

Where can I do Tai Chi? Tai Chi can be done almost anywhere and is suitable for almost everyone because the movements are slow and gentle and the level of exertion can be adjusted to suit each person's physical condition.

Classes begin Sunday, September 11th at 11:00 AM and are held in the Multi-Purpose Room on second floor of the Rapid City Swim Center. A $2.00 donation for room rental is requested. If you have any questions, call the Recreation Office at 394-4168.

If swimming is not your forte, come down and walk the same distance with a buoyancy belt on in the pool. If you are not comfortable in deep water, walk in our channel. It takes 30 trips around the channel and red pipe to equal one mile. There is no age limit in our channel, we just ask that you walk and share the channel with our classes and other patrons.

A variety of different exercise programs are available that will allow adults to choose a fitness program that will help them maintain their fitness level, lose weight, get back in shape, and meet other adults. Current programs available include Water Exercise, Deep Water, Water Noodle, and Low Impact Exercise.

Must be at least 13 years of age. See the Program Guide for scheduling and payment options.