About the Tai Chi / Body Balance class
We consider ourselves lucky to have been able to learn Tai Chi from Ray,
who is one of the most patient, positive and humorous teachers one
could wish for! (and that's from 2 former teachers ourselves!) He has a
way of presenting the information we need by words, demonstration and
repetition that really works. We've so enjoyed our classes over the
last few years whenever we are in the Phoenix area and will continue to
do so -- they are wonderful for de-stressing, helpful with balance and
health, and FUN! He goes above & beyond most teachers in helping us
connect more with our right brains through art, our
bodies through encouraging exercise and our souls in appreciating our
natural surroundings and the great outdoors. If you get to Phoenix be
sure to find time to meet this great 'Renaissance Man' and take one or
more of his classes!
Susie and Tom Briody, Oregon
Raymond Sol has been an inspiration in
introducing me to the practice of Tai Chi. I was captivated on my
first lesson. Ray engages his students from the very onset. He
understands his
students' caution and apprehension and cuts to the core of making
everyone feel
capable and welcome. Under Ray's tutelage I have learned all the
required moves
and learned to love the discipline. I am inspired to practice on my own
to
improve my own well being. Ray's enthusiasm is infectious. I was
thrilled to
learn after three months of practicing Tai Chi with Ray that my health
numbers
improved dramatically. I thank Ray for his infectious enthusiasm and
support and for allowing me to continue my participation.
Karoline Jones, PHR
Human Resource Manager
Ray Sol's Tai Chi
classes have become the anchor of my week. As a School Nurse, I am always juggling
three or four (or more) different tasks and activities throughout the day. Even
when I'm not at work, I am never content to deal with just one thing at a time.
An amazing thing happens when I'm practicing Tai Chi. My mind is fully absorbed
in the movement, balance and breathing involved, bringing a sense of calm and
order and shutting out distractions. An added bonus is the wonderful group of
people I've met through these classes. Ray's easy-going and welcoming
personality promotes an atmosphere where students can relax, make new friends
and have fun. Ray offers a unique variety of Tai Chi programs, including Tai
Chi Fan and Sword forms. I have participated in Ray's Tai Chi classes for more
than 3 years, and I hope to continue learning and refining my technique for as
long as Ray will have me!
Dana D., RN, BSN
Tai Chi student
and coach
About the Office Tai Chi class
I have had the good fortune to receive Ray Sol’s
instruction in the deceptively simple, but profoundly beneficial
exercise movements of Tai Chi. The moves he has
incorporated in the Office Tai Chi program were easy for me to learn,
and perfect for my small office space. In a few moments, I
notice the immediate positive effects of stimulating blood circulation,
increasing oxygen intake, and taking my busy mind off its race track.
For me, it’s a simultaneous “pit stop” for the mind and “kick
start” for the body. I can return to work rejuvenated.
Peggi Cornelius, Programs Coordinator
Maricopa County Volunteer Lawyers Program
About the Tai Chi Taiji Dragon Sword class
I thoroughly enjoyed learning the Tai Chi Sword form. It was a
graceful and fluid form that I found very satisfying. Ray did a great
job teaching, helping me refine my technique, and showing its
relationships with the weaponless Tai Chi form.
Mark Carnes
Phoenix
About the Tai Chi Lotus Blossom Fan class
I am a student of Raymond Sol's Tai Chi
Lotus Blossom Fan exercise program. To me, it is so much more than
an “exercise” program. I have studied Tai Chi for many years in
the Chicago area and now in Arizona. The Fan variation that Raymond
created is so much more because it is dance like in how the movements
are interpreted. What I think is interesting, my name “Nancy” is
a variant of Ann, which means “grace,” “favor.” I have not
always felt that graceful and I have always envied ballet dancers
because of their unique ability to leave the earth and fly above. If
you put mind, spirit and body into this discipline I know you will be
rewarded with a great feeling of accomplishment.
Nancy O'Neal
Chicago / Phoenix
