Boost your health with Tai Chi and Qigong
Improve your health and fitness with Martina Hellweg, a certified Tai Chi and Qigong Instructor in Cape Town.
Her interest and pursuit in studying the art of traditional Chinese healing practices and body movement techniques to improve health, fitness, and mental wellbeing began when she decided to leave the fast-paced world of finance in Germany.
Seeking knowledge and striving for a harmonious union of body, mind and spirit, Martina began training Qigong (Nei Yang Gong) 10 years ago while living in Namibia. A certified Feng Shui consultant, Martina is also now equally proficient in Tai Chi and Qigong, also training Tai Chi Jian (sword), and Xing Yi (form-intention-boxing). All forms are related to internal martial art principles.
“I love working with the energy flow of the body, along with mental focus, breathing techniques, postures and gentle movements. I firmly believe that we have the power to heal ourselves, and that our mindset is our most powerful weapon to do so.”
After moving to Cape Town, Martina has been studying under a renowned Master Dr Michael Lan, a disciple of the direct lineage tracing back to Grandmaster Yang Chen Fu. One fundamental principle in the teachings of Dr Lan is “NO ATTACHMENT”. In Tai Chi, it is key to allow your energy (Chi) flow freely and in a relaxed way. The moment we tense up and attach to something, we cause blockage, stagnation, pain, sickness and frustration. Tai Chi helps us to let go, stay balanced, move on and “become like water” – adaptable in a healthy way to whatever may happen.
Finding the inner calm during these uncertain times is essential to your health and wellbeing.
Tai Chi and QiGong Classes
Martina offers beginner indoor and outdoor classes at Reunion Yoga Studio, located in the Greenhouse at Rocklands Health & Movement Centre in Constantia, Cape Town. Surrounded by the beauty of nature and tranquillity, this studio with a massive glass roof is the perfect setting to enhance the feeling of stillness and calm.
Tai Chi class Reunion Yoga: Wednesday 16:30-17:30hrs
Qigong classes Reunion Yoga: Thursday 16:30-17:30 hrs
Centrally located in Claremont, Cape Town Martina also teaches at the Samurai Dojo, a martial arts training centre with lots windows for plenty of fresh air and light.
Tai Chi class Samurai Dojo: Tuesday 19:00-20:00 hrs
For more information and advice, please contact Martina Hellweg
Email: martina.hellweg@gmail.com
Cell: 072 990 6251
Insta: TaiChiChuan2020
Qualifications:-
- Tai Chi beginner instructor | Master Dr Michael Lan | 2020
- Qigong beginner instructor | Master Dr Michael Lan | 2021
- Radiesthesia | DFSI Germany | 2009
- Feng Shui Consultant | DSFI Germany | 2010
- Shaman Healing | Marisana Namibia, Germany | 2012
Rates:
- R400 per month (once a week)
- R980 10 class voucher
- R150 drop in class
- R 300 private class (for couples R 150 each)
1 Review for Martina Hellweg
“My journey and love for Tai Chi started many years back when I lived and trained in Jhb, moving to Cape Town I started training under Martina who is knowledgeable, insightful and passionate about her craft”
