Sukyee Tai


Sukyee Tai  MS PT GCFP

  • Physiotherapist – Bachelor of Science, SUNY Downstate Medical Center USA  and Master of Science, Long Island University USA
  • Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner UK
  • Attended continuing education in the Feldenkrais Method with Chava Shelhav in Israel , and, with Ruthy Alon, Gaby Yaron in the 1990’s 
  • Trained as a Feldenkrais Practitioner with David Zemach-Bersin (Montclair New Jersey 1990)
  • Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, International Tai Chi Alliance US/UK/China
  • Member of Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapy (AACP) UK
  • Completed post graduate training for professionals of the Feldenkrais method : Working With Children – a practice oriented advanced training with theory and techniques from the Feldenkrais Method and Anat Baniel Method (ABM) Neuromovement with Nancy Aberle (Zurich)& Lynn Bullock (Paris)

For over 30 years Sukyee has worked with people suffering from orthopaedic, neurological problems and pain.  In her training as a Feldenkrais Practitioner she has integrated her knowledge of anatomy, physiology and neuroscience in her practice by guiding her clients to move with ease and comfort, combining the somatic learning model of Feldenkrais Method and Physiotherapy.  Along with the slow, smooth and continuous mindful movements in Tai Chi for Health programme Sukyee enables the students to move with better balance by teaching them how to optimally use their breath and internal strength (Qi) to enhance flexibility.  Sukyee uses her skills from physiotherapy, Feldenkrais Method and Tai Chi underpinning her holistic approach in her practice.  Acupuncture may be used alongside physiotherapy treatment to treat a range of health problems such a as low back pain, frozen shoulder, plantar fasciitis, anxiety, stress, insomnia and pain.  

Sukyee has worked extensively with infants and children with special needs, and developmental challenges.  

“Through awareness, we can learn to move with astonishing lightness and freedom at almost any age.” – Moshe Feldenkrais 

    

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Physiotherapy helps to restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability. It can also help to reduce your risk of injury or illness in the future.

Sukyee has worked within the NHS but now takes a holistic approach that involves the patient directly in their own care.

FELDENKRAIS

The Feldenkrais Method of somatic education is a practice, a process, and a system for self-improvement.  It uses movement and awareness of your own body sensations to guide you in the shifts your are seeking.  The Feldenkrais Method is not a treatment or exercise programme. It is based on biomechanics, physics, neuroscience and somatic learning theory, and human development to give you the means to help yourself.

TAI CHI

Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with flowing movements. Originally developed as a martial art in 13th-century China, Tai Chi is now practised as a health-promoting exercise. In China, Tai Chi is practised by people of all ages to improve balance, coordination and breathing. Tai Chi can help with relief of stress and anxiety.

acupuncture

ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture involves stimulating sensory nerves under the skin and in the muscles of the body, resulting in the body producing natural substances, such as pain-relieving endorphins.

The traditional belief is that an energy, or “life force” (Qi ), flows through the body in channels called meridians. When Qi doesn’t flow freely through the body, this can cause illness. Acupuncture can restore the flow of Qi, and so restore health.

Classes:

TUESDAY mornings from 10:00-11:00am  Killearn Village Hall – GARDEN ROOM from 18th of April 2023 for a 6-week block 

THURSDAY mornings from 10:00- 11:00am Gartocharn Millennium Hall from 20th of April , 2023 for a 6-week block 

All levels welcome to join

Text or call me at 079-10941-497

Email : sukyee.tai@gmail.com 

 Tai Chi is recommended by the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) USA, and was rewarded with the HRH The Prince of Wales Award for Integrated Approach to Care 2017.

  We are cultivating the inner peace and harmony within ourselves to adapt to the new ways of living in the presence and the future.  

Benefits: Improve balance and coordination

              Relief of stress and anxiety

              Pain Relief 

              Improve awareness and inner strength for everyday tasks

Be well and stay safe,

Sukyee Tai 

Sessions:

  • Home visit available 
  • Private group sessions can be arranged 
  • A series of 3-4 or more consecutive sessions can be arranged for Functional Integration and Awareness Through Movement lessons
  • For children, arrangements can be made to receive intensive Functional Integration lessons for their developmental and mobility needs (infants to young teens) Please contact me to discuss the possibility.  In  most cases a zoom session is scheduled beforehand so the family and child can relate to the teacher.  
  • The principles of the NINE ESSENTIALS (Kids Beyond Limits by Anat Baniel)  are followed.  We wish to be connecting rather than fixing.  

     Initial Assessment includes 15 mins free phone consultation   

     Follow up visits 45-60 mins  

Facetime/ Zoom sessions can be scheduled on individual needs for follow up and review consultations. This applies to individual lesson or group Tai Chi class online.

Applying physiotherapy to educate the clients with postural and body biomechanics along with hands on Functional Integration by The Feldenkrais Method you will receive an optimal movement therapy intend to teach you to becoming more aware within yourself to prevent repeated soft tissue injuries from  habitual undesirable movement pattern. I work through an educational model to enhance neuroplasticity as the natural process of healing with body and mind. My experience in Physiotherapy as a Feldenkrais Practitioner/Tai Chi Instructor underpin the ways I approach the individual throughout my practice.

Acupuncture can be used as a primary treatment modality or as an adjunct in  therapy.  This can be from 10mins to 45 mins treatment.  Please eat within 2 hours before consultation.  

    Contact me for an appointment