Five Elements Tai Chi in the Forest: Release, Restore & Reconnect

Reconnect with your body and nature through Five Elements Tai Chi Qigong—a grounding, beginner-friendly forest practice with Ross. There is something special about practicing Tai Chi among the trees. Join Ross Clark-Moore for a peaceful and energizing morning of Five Elements Tai Chi Qigong in the forest, where flowing movement, conscious breathing and focused awareness come together with the natural environment. During this 90-minute experience, Ross will guide you through movements and energetic principles connected with the Five Elements: • Wood — growth, flexibility and new direction • Fire — warmth, vitality and openness • Earth — stability, nourishment and grounding • Metal — clarity, strength and letting go • Water — flow, restoration and inner stillness Rather than simply learning a sequence of movements, you will be invited to experience how each element feels within your body and energy. Gentle Tai Chi and Qigong practices will help you release accumulated tension, settle your mind and reconnect with your natural rhythm. The forest provides a beautiful setting for this practice. Surrounded by trees, fresh air and the sounds of nature, we can step away from everyday distractions and become more present in our bodies. During the session, you can expect: • Gentle body and joint warm-ups • Five Elements Tai Chi and Qigong movements • Breath and energy-awareness practices • Grounding and balance exercises • Quiet moments of connection with the forest • A closing meditation to gather and settle your energy No previous Tai Chi or Qigong experience is necessary. The movements are slow, accessible and taught step by step. You do not need to be especially flexible or physically fit, although participants should be comfortable standing and moving outdoors on natural, potentially uneven ground. Come breathe, move and reconnect—with your body, your energy and the natural world around you. We will meet by the parking area on the south side of FM 1488 Rd opposite Woodsons and Galindos. About Ross Ross Clark-Moore is a Tai Chi Qigong instructor, Mind-Body Alignment Coach and co-owner of Body & Brain Magnolia. His teaching combines traditional mind-body principles with practical, accessible guidance that helps people develop greater balance, body awareness, energy and calm. Ross creates a relaxed and welcoming environment where beginners and experienced practitioners alike can move at their own pace and experience Tai Chi as both a physical practice and a form of moving meditation. What to bring • Water • Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing • Supportive, closed-toe walking or athletic shoes • Sunscreen and insect repellent, if desired • A light jacket or extra layer depending on the weather No yoga mat or equipment is needed. Outdoor event and weather policy This experience takes place outdoors and is subject to weather and forest conditions. Light cloud cover or cool weather will not necessarily cancel the event. If unsafe weather or forest conditions require the event to be postponed or canceled, registered participants will be contacted by email or text. Tickets may then be transferred to the rescheduled date or refunded.