Prince George readers looking for gentle exercise can drop in at the Nechako Branch library on Friday, Oct. 30, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for an hour of chair-based tai chi led by instructor Tom Hynd. The session is free, needs no registration, and is pitched at adults and seniors of any ability.

What the session involves

According to the Prince George Public Library, Hynd guides participants through a form that was designed to help people living with arthritis. Attendees can take part sitting in comfortable chairs or standing, and the hour takes place indoors in a quiet room. The library notes that seating is limited.

The program is intended for adults 19 and older and seniors 55 and older. The library lists it as a free drop-in, so no ticket or sign-up is required.

Why you should go

  • There is no cost or booking. The library describes the sessions as free drop-in, so there is nothing to buy in advance.
  • It works for different bodies. Participants can sit or stand, and the class is described as easy to follow.
  • Seated practice has a purpose. A tai chi teacher quoted in Australian community reporting said a seated version of the movements exists for people recovering from surgery or with limited mobility.
  • It fits into a lunch hour. Each session lasts one hour, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

What to know before you go

Sessions at the Nechako Branch, 6547 Hart Highway, run every other Friday at 12:30 p.m. Dates listed by the library and the PG Pulse events calendar include Oct. 30, Nov. 13 and Nov. 27. The library's listing for the Bob Harkins Branch, 888 Canada Games Way, shows sessions on Nov. 6, Nov. 20 and Dec. 4 at the same time.

The brief gives no ticket prices beyond the free drop-in description, so readers should confirm details with the library before travelling. Both branches are described as fully accessible, with an elevator at Bob Harkins and a single level at Nechako. Accessibility questions can go to ask@pgpl.ca or 250-563-9251 ext. 100.

FAQ

When is the next session?

The next Nechako Branch session is Friday, Oct. 30, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., followed by Nov. 13 and Nov. 27. Bob Harkins Branch dates are Nov. 6, Nov. 20 and Dec. 4.

Do I need to register or pay?

The library lists the program as free drop-in with no registration required. Check with the library to confirm details before you go.