Chinese Emperor Qianlong (1711-1799) exercising with health balls
In China these balls are known as ‘health balls’ or 'bao djian tshou', ‘valuable ball’ or 'baici'; because of the valuable benefits that you will get from their use.
In the west they are commonly known as 'Chinese Health Balls', 'Therapy Balls', 'Energy Balls', 'Tai Chi Balls' or 'Baoding Balls'.
Manipulating Chinese Health Balls exercises and strengthens the hands; improving dexterity, flexibility and range of motion. It can also help reduce the risk of a variety of hand problems and chronic diseases, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive strain injury, tendonitis, arthritis and rheumatism.
The movement around the hands stimulates acupressure points, in turn stimulating each meridian. This creates a better circulation of vital energy (Qi) and blood within the body, and affects the internal organs.
Their use also has a calming effect on the nerves, and is good for stress relief, relaxation and meditation.
They help stimulate the mind; keeping the brain active and learning, helping reduce the risk of cognitive decline, dementia and Alzheimers Disease. In our one hour class you will learn all about Chinese Health Balls: the benefits of using them, why they have a 2,000 year history and how they are made.
You will learn and practice the 10 basic exercises.
Each participant in our class receives a free set of Chinese Health Balls (a $12 value), and an information sheet to help with their practice at home.
What participants have said about our classes
“Very interesting topic and not one I would have access to anywhere else.”
“It was fun + I learned a great way to deal with stress.”
“I will be doing this for the rest of my life.” "I use them all the time now, they really help me relax.” “Excellent presentation/content. I’m looking forward to using what I have learned.” “It helped that John wasn’t ‘a pro’ at it - wasn’t as intimidating when he dropped them.” “Many thanks for the very useful Chinese Exercise Balls. I can learn to exercise with them. They do make my hands feel better, so many thanks for your thoughtfulness.” “After practicing with the Chinese Therapy Balls, my hands were warm (& sticky) but could feel the blood circulating thru my fingers! Very interesting! Very ‘valuable’, thank you!” “Instructor was excellent!!! My circulation improved in the little bit of time we had, my hand & wrist already feel warmer and the radial nerve in my wrist isn’t burning.” "The class exceeded my expectations. Not only did we learn all the exercises, but the video was very enjoyable."
"Excellent, very informative & relaxing."
"Well organized, thorough presentation. John is very knowledgable & has a nice presentation style."
"Until the class began I came in full of stress. I was calm and reklaxed within minutes."
“By the time class ended I felt like I had a vacation!!! I can't believe the amazing change in an hour. Thanks!”
Class Schedule
Courts Plus - A Centre for Sports, Health and Fitness 186 S. West Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Registration: 630-833-5064
Saturday, March 17th 2012 ~ 1:00pm - 2:00pm
“I feel that 2008 will be a very good year for the Chinese Therapy Balls- actually an awakening in our society is needed for them and you are one of the leaders in the USA.” ~ Greg Irwin - Finger Fitness Expert and presenter of the DVD ‘Discovering Chinese Therapy Balls’ in a recent e-mail to John Robertson
