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If you are looking for a way to reduce stress and anxiety, and a way to increase flexibility and balance, then Tai Chi exercise may be just what the doctor ordered. Originally, Tai Chi was developed for self-defense, but has evolved into a graceful form of exercise. Some describe it as meditation in motion because it promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements. Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Tai Chi is a noncompetitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. Tai Chi is low impact and puts minimal stress on muscles and joints, making it generally safe for all ages and fitness levels. It is especially suitable for older adults who otherwise may not exercise. The benefits of Tai Chi may include decreased stress, improved mood, increased energy, improved flexibility, balance, and agility, and improved muscle strength. OHCC offers a free Tai Chi class each Tuesday and Thursday, 9 to 10 am, in the Abravenal Hall. Each class is led by a video presentation that lasts about 45 minutes. For more information, please contact Mary Ross at (760) 295-9979 or mk1ross@cox.net. 36 | OHCC LIVING | AUGUST 2026 | Tai Chi Explore the Save the Monarch Buttery Club Website Have you visited the Save the Monarch Butterf ly Club's website lately? If not, we invite you to take a look and discover the many resources available to members, residents, and anyone interested in butterf lies, pollinators, and gardening. Our website serves as an information hub for everything related to the Save the Monarch Butterf ly Club and our beautiful Monarch Butterf ly Sanctuary. Visitors can learn about the club's mission, ongoing projects, volunteer opportunities, educational programs, and special events throughout the year. The site features information about Monarch butterf lies and other pollinators, including their life cycles, host plants, nectar plants, migration, and conservation needs. Gardeners will find helpful tips for creating butterf ly-friendly landscapes and supporting local pollinator populations. Members can stay informed about upcoming meetings, guest speakers, garden workdays, social events, and club-sponsored excursions. Event details, registration information, and important announcements are regularly posted to keep everyone up to date. The website also highlights the many accomplishments of our dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain the Monarch Sanctuary and butterf ly habitat areas throughout Ocean Hills Country Club. Visitors can view photos of the garden, learn about current projects, and see how the club is helping create a healthier environment for butterf lies and other beneficial insects. Whether you are a longtime member, a new resident, or simply curious about butterf lies, the website offers a wealth of information and inspiration. We encourage everyone to visit the site, explore its many features, and learn more about how you can help support Monarch butterf lies and other pollinators in our community. Our webmaster is Dorothy Miller - dottapper@cox.net. You can contact her with pictures that you have of your garden, the sanctuary, or other areas of the community with butterf lies. Be sure to visit us online at www.ohsmbclub.com and discover all that the Save the Monarch Butterf ly Club has to offer. Written by Rona Cole Save the monarch butterfly