Business Details
Holistic Therapies and Tai Chi Classes in Essex
We are a dedicated team of holistic practitioners with decades of combined experience in Tai Chi, Reiki, and energy-based therapies. Our founder, a Master-qualified Tai Chi instructor with over 40 years of personal practice, has integrated her expertise in mental health care, massage, and energy healing to create a unique approach to wellbeing. We specialise in blending somatic movement, mindfulness, and traditional Chinese medicine principles to address stress-related conditions and promote physical and emotional balance.Our services are designed to empower individuals through tailored classes, retreats, and therapeutic interventions that prioritise long-term wellness over short-term fixes. With a strong commitment to accessibility, we offer free community classes and low-cost retreats to ensure our services remain inclusive. Our team maintains active engagement with global healing traditions, including shamanic practices and Taoist studies, to continually refine our methodologies and deliver evidence-based results.
Services
Tai Chi Instruction
Reiki Therapy
Meditation Classes
Qi Gong Workshops
Wellness Retreats
Energy Textiles
Corporate Training
Breathwork Therapy
Shamanic Healing
Custom Meditation Cushions
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of Tai Chi expertise with certified instruction
- Our therapies integrate Reiki, shamanic healing, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Free community classes funded by National Lottery grants
- Tailored corporate wellness programs for staff engagement
- Annual retreats combining Tai Chi with energy medicine practices
Services
Tai Chi Instruction
Our Tai Chi programs teach slow, precise movements focusing on breath control, balance, and mindfulness. Students learn Beijing 24 Form and Hao Style techniques to improve physical coordination and mental clarity. Classes cater to all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners seeking deeper energy cultivation.
Reiki Therapy
This hands-on energy treatment promotes stress reduction and emotional balance through universal life force energy. Sessions incorporate chakra alignment and aura cleansing techniques developed through 15+ years of practice. Clients often report improved sleep and reduced anxiety after treatment cycles.
Wellness Retreats
Annual residential retreats in Norfolk combine Tai Chi, meditation, and shamanic ceremonies for holistic rejuvenation. Programs include guided beach walks, cacao ceremonies, and I Ching consultations tailored to the Chinese astrological year. Participants receive personalized energy assessments during their stay.
Qi Gong Workshops
These interactive workshops teach energy cultivation through controlled breathing and static postures. Participants learn to expand lung capacity and regulate cortisol levels using techniques refined over decades of practice. Sessions include both group instruction and individual posture corrections.
Energy Textiles
Handcrafted drum bags, meditation cushions, and wearable art infused with Reiki energy during creation. Each item features custom appliqu designs reflecting the owner's personal symbolism. Products combine practical use with energetic support for daily wellness practices.
People
Sarah Jayne Baker
Founder & Lead Practitioner
With 40+ years of Tai Chi practice and Master-level qualifications since 2014, Sarah combines energy healing, shamanic studies, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her holistic approach integrates 30+ years of massage therapy and 15+ years of Reiki practice to address modern stress-related conditions through movement and mindfulness.
Questions
What Tai Chi styles do you teach?
We teach Beijing 24 Form, Hao Style, and Vietnamese Longevity Stick Work, with options for all skill levels from beginner to advanced practitioners.
Do you offer corporate wellness programs?
Yes, we provide tailored staff engagement days and corporate classes focusing on stress reduction through Tai Chi, meditation, and breathwork techniques.
Are your retreats suitable for beginners?
Our annual retreats in Norfolk include introductory sessions to Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and energy medicine practices for participants of all experience levels.
Can I book private therapy sessions?
Private Reiki, shamanic healing, and mindfulness sessions are available by appointment at our Stanstead Abbotts location or via online consultation.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payments for classes and products can be made via bank transfer, cash, or card. Retreat deposits require advance payment to secure bookings.
Do you provide equipment for practice?
We offer bespoke energy textiles including drum bags, meditation cushions, and Thai fisherman pants, all infused with Reiki energy for practitioners.
Reviews (2)
Anna Em
Jan 18, 2019
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I asked Sarah to give me some suggestions on how to lower HBP without using the usual 'chemicals' that GP would recommend. She suggested 10-12 steps to follow from chanted meditation to listening to music pieces, specific handcream, etc. I took up some, others never got around to find the ingredients (hand cream) or try out...however, I can honestly say what i tried helped me lower my BP.
Since, I also found out the real reason for my HBP and I'm also addressing it using 'non-chemicals' (as one of the 'pills' prescribed by GP is responsible for all the havoc in my body).
Therefore, I hope the
Since, I also found out the real reason for my HBP and I'm also addressing it using 'non-chemicals' (as one of the 'pills' prescribed by GP is responsible for all the havoc in my body).
Therefore, I hope the
Magda Milewska
Oct 20, 2018
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Life saver! I suffer from scoliosis and have a hernia on the spine. Sarah took pain away in 30 minutes!
