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Tai Chi Classes for Health Offered in Peters

Next session begins April 8, 2013.

West Penn Allegheny Health System (WPAHS) invites Peters residents to reap the health benefits of Tai Chi, a combination of exercise and meditation that’s great for people of all ages and fitness levels. It is especially ideal for those coping with arthritis pain and swelling.

Eight-week workshops are offered regularly in the WPAHS Outpatient Care Center in Peters Township.

The next class session begins April 8.

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The fee for the public is $75 for one class per week (eight classes) or $130 for two classes per week (16 classes). Discounts are available to WPAHS employees.

The course is sponsored by WPAHS’ Integrated Medicine Program and Lupus Center of Excellence in cooperation with the Arthritis Foundation and taught by certified instructor J. Gurney Bolster.

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For class schedules or to register for Tai Chi for Health, call 412.DOCTORS (362.8677).

Classes are also offered in the Professional Building at Allegheny General Hospital on the North Side.

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