Categories: Teacher Experiences & Reflections
Greetings to Those at the Vital Force
By: Marylin Ollivier
I’m writing as a newly accredited teacher of T’ai Chi Chih (May ’89) and just wanted to let everyone know how much I LOVE teaching.
Me!–a person who couldn’t normally speak to a group of more than 3 persons without having a panic attack, has become a regular spokesperson, thanks to T’ai Chi Chih. I’ve been engrossed in giving demonstrations, have two weekly on-going classes at a local fitness centre, and varied private clients. I feel confidence in myself thru speaking about and teaching T’ai Chi Chih. So besides all sorts of personal benefits, I get to share this chi-eeer with others. It’s a real feeling of joy and pleasure to see students delight in the form.
I really would like to thank Justin for the thoughtful imparting of the Form, and Steve for his refined expression of T’ai Chi Chih. I’m especially beholden (nice old word) to my teacher Carole Gates of Victoria, B.C., for introducing me to the joy of T’ai Chi Chih, and for her cheerful, nourishing support.
A big ‘hi’ and a smile for all the Victoria, B.C. May ’89 accreditation class!!!
– Marylin Ollivier
Crofton, B.C.
CANADA
Originally appeared in: December 1989
