Fab teacher and fab students. Well worth the long journey to attend the class. Can't wait for the…read morenext class.

It's really good fun. Great teacher. I felt like I was a kid playing again!! Lovely movements…read more Can't wait to learn more

Fun class. Patient teacher. Felt young again after the class. Give me more!read more

The epitome of a hidden gem. Located just off parsonage road in Didsbury, the Marie Louise Gardens…read moreare the loveliest little green space in the area. The gardens have a poignant history as they were given to the citizens of Manchester in 1903 by Josephine Silkenstädt, in memory of her daughter who died at the age of only twenty-six. There is actually a website of their own for all this stuff, so check that at (as listed above) for more information. In this instance the council description of the gardens as a '3.4 hectare oasis' is not an embellishment, as the rest of their park propaganda seems to be. These are a lovely little green area perfect for a walk or picnic, and they are always very quiet, often giving the feel that you have your own little private garden space. There's also a lovely little pagoda thingamajig. Excellent place, well worth a visit. Check out the photos I've added, some of which date back to the early 20th century, documenting the history of this lovely space.

I shall refrain from using the cliché 'hidden gem' to describe these gardens, but they do receive…read moresurprisingly few visitors to say that they are located a short walk away from East Didsbury, West Didsbury and Northenden. In fact, in the spring and summer, I'd say that humans are outnumbered by grey squirrels by at least 20 to 1. A few years ago there was talk of part of the gardens being sold to developers (who are currently busy building flats on the land next door) but as with Chorlton Meadows, this is a story of people power. The Friends of Marie Louise Gardens successfully campaigned to prevent this development and have now secured funding for restoration of the gardens. Some people call squirrels rats with tails but I, for one, am glad that the Friends were successful and that the squirrels have plenty of space to safely bury their nuts for winter. At all times of year these gardens are a beautiful place for a walk or to sit on a bench and contemplate and philosophise. Bring some monkey nuts if you're not afraid of the extremely tame squirrels coming to eat them out of your hand.

Philip and Helen are simply brilliant instructors. I've tried other tai chi classes and found them…read morewanting - either too airy fairy and off in the clouds, or too focused on martial arts. Phil and Helen provide detailed instruction and offer friendly welcome to everyone. They really know about the research and evidence that supports the health benefits of tai chi too. Highly recommended.

From the owner: Tai Chi for health, relaxation and well-being. Improve, strength, balance and coordination. Improve…read moremood and memory. Low impact gentle exercise suitable for everyone. We welcome people with long term health conditions and disabilities