The Ottawa–Gatineau Journal

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Tai chi classes with Jürgen Portz

Kaivalya's tai chi programme included regular classes and an introductory workshop taught by Jürgen Portz. His profile described study with a local teacher beginning in 2008 and an interest in sharing the practice with newcomers.

Water lilies stretching in a line across a perfectly still lake at dusk, with smooth stones in the foreground

The programme connected movement with attentiveness, reflected in its emphasis on stillness within activity. The workshop notice explained the format of an introduction, while the teaching profile supplied the background to the classes. The dates described a particular programme rather than a current timetable.

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