GBol Arts

For twenty one years, from 1995 to 2011, George Bolger was an Instructor for Master Waysun Liao, founder of the Taichi Tao Center in Oak Park, Illinois, and the author of Chi: How to Feel Your Life Energy, Tai Chi Classics and Nine Nights with the Taoist Master, as well as the most comprehensive DVD system on Taichi available today. George has been studying Taichi since 1986 and has received training in both the meditative and weapons forms.

Classes focus on Single Form Practice and the development of internal energy flow to aid in relaxation and the development of good health. Some of the health benefits of Taichi are relief from insomnia, arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, aches and pains, an over-active mind, and stress, as well as increased flexibility and improved balance. Each form is explained in detail and then the student is encouraged to practice daily in order to internalize the movement. Every student works at their own pace and progresses at what ever rate they feel comfortable. The goal is steady meaningful progress, rather than quantity of forms learned. Or to put it another way, quality of practice is more important than quantity.

George currently conducts private and semi-private one hour classes by appointment in his home studio, in the Lake in the Hills, Crystal Lake area. Classes for beginners consist of a 30 minute warm-up, followed by detailed form instruction. Weather permitting, class will often be held outdoors. More advanced classes cover advanced principles of the forms, Two Person practice, auxiliary training in Taichi sword, knife, and staff and standing and seated meditation. Morning, afternoon and evening times are available. George is also available for in-home, on-site private or group instruction, as well as weekend seminars, or group classes at your Yoga Center, Spa or Holistic Healing Center. For more details, or any other questions you may have, please contact George by e-mail.

Private Sessions

A private session is a one on one lesson consisting of a warm-up and then detailed individual instruction on the form that the student is currently learning. Private sessions are designed for those wanting more detailed personal instruction than can be had in a class environment. Private sessions start at $30.00 per hour for beginners, or $60.00 an hour for in-home instruction within a half hour drive of the Lake in the Hills area.

Semi-Private Sessions

A semi-private session is the same as a private session in terms of the way the class is conducted. It is designed for those who can not afford a private session, but still want more individual attention than a class can afford. Semi-private sessions start at $15.00 for each person for an hour session. In home semi-private sessions within a half hour drive of the Lake in the Hills area are $75.00 an hour for beginners.

Group Lessons

Group classes are usually one to two hour classes and follow the same warm-up, instruction format as the private sessions. Two Person Practice is also part of the group classes. For groups of four or more classes are $15.00 per person. Group instruction in advanced principles or auxiliary training are also available. If you would be interested in Taichi classes in your Spa, Holistic Center, Yoga Center, or other location, inquire by e-mail.

Taichi for Busy People

This six week course is designed for those who want to learn a Taichi Form sequence that they can do in about 20 minutes. Students will get an introduction to the basics of Single Form practice, and learn a short series of forms that they can practice daily, to help maintain health and reduce stress. This class is available for private, semi private, in home or group instruction. The cost is a one time fee of $60.00 per person or $120.00 per person, in home, within a half hour drive of the Lake in the Hills area. If you would like to offer this to a group at your location, inquire by e-mail.

Meditation Classes

Classes in both standing and seated meditation are available for private, semi-private or group sessions. Detailed instruction is given for how to do each seated or standing form, as well as the energy flow that is involved in each posture. Some Taichi or meditative practice experience preferred. Inquire by e-mail for more details.

Auxiliary Training

Currently, Classes on Taichi Sword, Knife, Staff and other Auxiliary Training are being held outdoors, weather permitting. If you have an indoor location that you would like to offer this class, see the contact information below. The cost of the class is $20.00 per person. Ability to perform the Long Form preferred, or some comparable experience. For more details, inquire by e-mail.