For all ages, levels & abilities
Discover Chen Tai Chi Quan with skilled instructors, enhancing your well-being at all levels. Explore martial applications and self-growth in our holistic approach. With over 20 years of expertise, we promote health and fitness for everyone. Join us in embracing this ancient discipline for a balanced and fulfilling life.
Beginner
Explore the unknown fearlessly with our beginner sessions, providing everything you need to start your journey. Build a strong foundation through newfound understanding and practice of essential basics.
Intermediate
Whether switching styles, changing schools or starting afresh, our sessions provide a space for growth. Transition smoothly to our welcoming classes, build on your foundation, and explore new techniques with us.
Advanced
For advanced students seeking a deeper understanding and unexplored aspects of Tai Ji Gong Fu, our sessions provide a rich environment. Explore new perspectives, and delve into the deepest intricacies of Chen Tai Chi Quan.
Join our energetic community
Join our community for a shared journey to enhanced well-being, fostering connection and balance through the art of Tai Chi. Elevate your practice with the support and camaraderie of like-minded individuals. With a family like atmosphere, enjoy each others company both in and out of class.
Join our energetic community
Join our community for a shared journey to enhanced well-being, fostering connection and balance through the art of Tai Chi. Elevate your practice with the support and camaraderie of like-minded individuals. With a family like atmosphere, enjoy each others company both in and out of class.
Learn Tai Chi the way it suits you
In Person
Sessions cover all levels, taught by our qualified and passionate instructors. Classes take place at various venues around the areas of Bournemouth, Christchurch and also Oxford.
Online
Join our ‘Patreon’ page and take advantage of countless hours of recorded tutorials. Be supported by Q&A’s, community threads and regular posts. Live group and private sessions available.
one to one
For those seeking exclusive one-on-one training or for individuals looking to complement their regular sessions. Elevate your practice, foster confidence and intensify training focus. In person or online.
Support & Specialisms
Our outreach spans a diverse range of peer groups, encompassing standard weekly classes, private sessions, and educational programs with schools and colleges. We specialize in teaching individuals and groups, including those living with ASD, ADHD, learning disabilities, Parkinson’s disease, and more. Additionally, in the past we have collaborated with Cancer Survivorship Programs, Pain Management groups, and back-to-work initiatives. Contact us if you have a project you’d like to discuss.
online classes
Online classes with Shifu Paul Lockyer. Access live sessions, recorded tutorials, regular posts, conversations & more…
Corporate events
Experience wellness through Tai Chi! Elevate corporate events, staff well-being sessions, and more. Contact us to embark on a balanced journey to vitality today.
Friends old & new
Friends old & new
what our students say
Linda Sale
Student for 13 yrs
“I have been training in martial arts including Yang Style Tai Chi since about 1995! Around 2010 I decided I wanted to focus purely on Chen Style Tai Chi and found Shifu Paul Lockyer. Paul is more than a teacher – he is my mentor. He is 100% committed to his students and genuinely passionate about their development. The training is hard work and serious – but he is fun! There is great camaraderie in the classes. In 2017 I finally committed to becoming a private student and I have never looked back”
Karl Pickering
Student for 8 yrs
“I took up Tai Chi originally following a pnemonia to help with recovery. The practise improves breathing, core strength, balance and flexibility in a way that is incremental and manageable regardless of fitness. Over the first year I noticed significant improvements in my health.Tai Chi is now a regular part of my life and I would not want to be without it. Shifu Paul is a devoted teacher and has dedicated himself to learning and passing on the original Chen Style from China with authenticity. I highly recommend Natural Elements.”
Mike Scott
Student for 1.5 yrs
“I have a medical condition that is helped immensely by Tai Chi Chen style since beginning classes I have felt a special connection with Paul my instructor and really feel many benefits from physical well being to mental rejuvenation.“
Angela Loisa Cory
Student for 2 months
“No nonsense advice. Enjoy the classes. Feel it helps my back following a back injury.”
Parkinson's Class Student
Student for 10 years
“Professional guidance delivered with compassion.Paul has been guiding the group I am involved with for the past decade, the members are living with a progressive restrictive illness that responds so well to the teachings and principles of tai chi. Through Paul’s understanding and empathy, the members achieve an awareness of balance and stability and motivation.”
Xanthe Healy
Student for 10 yrs
“I have been training with Shifu Paul for many years. Tai Chi is a a fantastic martial art for anyone of any age and ability and Paul supports his students while they progress at their own pace. Paul’s passion, skill and dedication to Tai Chi is clear, however he teaches with a humble attitude, making everyone feel welcome & included, no matter what their physical ability is.”
Catherine Marre
Student for 7 yrs
“I took up Tai Chi , 7 years ago, because of recurrent back pain. I started Chen style Tai Chi with Shifu Paul Lockyer, and never looked back. Back pain gone, with regular practice. Over the years my practice and focus have evolved under the kind and professional supervision of Shifu Paul. I appreciate his way of teaching always back to principles. So much so that when I moved back to France , I asked Shifu Paul to stay her student.i am now a private distance learner for the past 2 years.”