TAI CHI & QIGONG · IN OUR COMMUNITIES
A little movement.
A brighter day.
Make space to move, meet people and explore Tai Chi & Qigong at your own pace. Seated or standing, in a community hall or out in the park—there’s a place to begin.
✳ New to Tai Chi & Qigong? You don’t need to know the moves.
A PRACTICE THAT MEETS YOU WHERE YOU ARE
Movement is for people.
People like you.
Painting the Rainbow brings Tai Chi & Qigong into everyday community life. Our approach makes room for different experience, confidence and mobility, with seated and standing practice to explore.
Find your class
Daytime sessions in local halls and community spaces, with the time and venue easy to find.
Browse community classes ↗02 · IN THE FRESH AIRMeet us in the park
Enjoy Tai Chi & Qigong outdoors. Find a park, check the arrangements and come prepared.
Explore park sessions ↗03 · WHERE YOU AREBring us to your group
Arrange sessions for your community group, day centre, workplace or organisation.
Plan a group session ↗04 · BALANCE & STRENGTHFalls prevention
Explore how gentle Tai Chi & Qigong practice may support steadier movement, stronger legs and better confidence.
Learn more ↗YOUR FIRST SESSION
No perfect poses.
Just a starting point.
You can start without learning a sequence in advance. An instructor guides the movements and helps you find an appropriate way to take part.
Tell us what you need before you come, including questions about sitting, standing or venue access.
What to expect ↗A few simple things
- Choose a convenient class.
- Check the arrangements before your first visit.
- Wear comfortable clothes and suitable footwear.
- Take your time and ask questions.
WHY PAINTING THE RAINBOW?
Opening the door
to more people.
Painting the Rainbow grew from Jenny and Mark Peters’ shared experience of nursing, Tai Chi & Qigong practice, and community work. Its purpose was simple: to reach people who might find it difficult to join a conventional class.
Read our story →