ocr: Couplementary tleraptes Tai chi Tai chi is an ancient Chinese art involving a slow sequence of body movements and postures. Though it began as a form of self-defence, it's also used for exercise andrelaxation. Tai chiis a gentle, graceful, and almost dance-like series of moves done in slow motion. It takes time to learn all the postures, but you can experience the benefits of tai chi almost immediately.