A NATIONAL champion in Tai Chi is bringing his teaching skills to Okehampton – and those interested can take part in a free taster session.

Rob Byrnes has studied various martial arts including long fist kung fu, hand of the wind kung fu, yang style tai chi, and was awarded a black sash grading in Northern Seven Stars Praying Mantis Kung Fu in 2006. In 2010 he became a certified Chen Style Tai Chi instructor under one of Europe's most respected grandmasters Liming Yue.

Rob is bringing a Chen Style Tai Chi class to the Ockment Centre in Okehampton on Mondays at 10am. He is offering people the chance to attend a class for free on Monday, November 17.

Rob said: 'There is a growing amount of research showing that Tai Chi has numerous health benefits, including for older people, balance, co-ordination and general fitness.

'I have worked with people who had minor health issues and their symptoms have been alleviated due to Tai Chi.'

To find out more, call Rob on 07973 263049.