Mount Anvil has partnered with the Newham Chinese Association to offer ten weeks of free Tai Chi classes in the Royal Docks. The classes, which will be run every Saturday morning from 5th of June until 7th of August, will be held on Royal Victoria Square, at ExCeL London, in E16, next to the Royal Eden Docks site.

Tai Chi was originally developed as a martial art in China in the 13th Century and has since been practised across the world. The practise, which involves deep breathing and flowing movements, is widely promoted as a way to alleviate stress through gentle exercise. The Tai Chi classes will be led by Yiyi He, a local teacher who has worked across Newham and with the Newham Chinese Association for over a decade.

Tony Usher, Sales Director at Mount Anvil, commented: “The Royal Docks is transforming, we’ve the Mayor moving in, ExCeL are hosting the London round of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship as well as the London Triathlon, it is also home to open water swimming in the Docks along with water-skiing. Our scheme, Royal Eden Docks is centred around wellbeing, so we are delighted to offer locals and our residents to be a taste of Tai Chi.”

The Newham Chinese Association was set up in 1987 to cater to the growing Chinese community in the Royal Docks area. It has since become a hub for social and educational workshops. The community group also supports festivals such as the annual Dragon Boat Race held on Royal Victoria Dock.

Royal Eden Docks is a collaboration between Mount Anvil and ExCeL London. The latest phase of Royal Eden Docks in E16 is The Wellspring, a 854-home development that incorporates nature in its architecture. Located around the river bend from Canary Wharf and less than 100 metres from the water’s edge, its green credentials are enhanced by communal gardens, outdoor exercise areas and planted rooftops, one with a spectacular running track and reflexology walkway.

There’s also a residents-only swimming pool and spa. Healthy lifestyles are being promoted by green transport options including 1,000 cycle storage spaces, electric car charging points and car club membership. The smart, brick-clad building has been designed by renowned global skyscraper architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill.

Spaces for the Tai Chi classes are limited. To sign up go to : https://bit.ly/royal-docks-tai-chi or find the event on Eventbrite.