A FREE Tai Chi demonstration and lesson is being held at Darwen Leisure Centre on Green Street next Saturday.

The session by instructor Keith Nicholson is being held between 10am and 11am on October 13 in the Tower Room. Keith, who is from Darwen, has studied and practised traditional Yang style Tai Chi for more than 20 years.

Tai Chi is an ancient form of co-ordinate body movements which focuses on energy in the body.

Its aim is to harmonize the mind, body and spirit and promote both mental and physical well-being.

As well as being a form of self-defence it has also been shown to reduce stress, fatigue and high blood pressure, boost the immune system and improve breathing capacity.

Keith is a trained instructor of the John Ding International Academy of Tai Chi Chuan and currently gives classes at Heaven Scent on Railway Road in Darwen.

For more details on the demonstration and free lesson call Keith on 01254 776392.