Tai Chi Ball

About This Class

Tai Chi Ball with Terry Kvasnik is a 37-minute vigorous Qigong session that uses a round ball (soccer ball or basketball size) as both a tool and a focal point for circular, sphere-based movement. The class progresses through a series of named exercises — circling the earth, forward and backward rolling crawl patterns, figure eights, waist-driven side-to-side twists, halo circles, overhead arc swings, and the balancing golden rooster with lunge and squat variations — all designed to open and articulate the ankles, hips, spine, shoulders, elbows, and wrists. The instructor consistently cues soft knees, a straight back, dropped shoulders, and movement generated from the waist/core rather than the arms, building fine motor recruitment, coordination, and range of motion. Lighthearted and encouraging throughout, Terry frames the practice as rehabilitative, holistic, and accessible: students are invited to rest when needed, adjust depth, and progress ball weight over time. The mindful, flowing quality sits alongside a genuine cardiovascular and muscular challenge, making this suitable for those seeking mobility work, a coordinated movement challenge, or an unconventional active recovery option.