A FREE Tai Chi demonstration and lesson will be held at Darwen Leisure Centre in Green Street on Saturday.

The session, led by instructor Keith Nicholson, will run from 10am to 11am 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, Tai Chi 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 in Railway Road.

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