Tai chi

 Qigong (pronounced "chee-gong") is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow movements, deep breathing, and meditation to improve health and balance energy

Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art practiced as a gentle, low-impact system of slow continuous movements, deep breathing, and mental focus. Often called "meditation in motion," it is designed to harmonize the body and mind while promoting 

 Qigong focuses on simple, repetitive energy and breathing exercises for health, while Tai Chi is a structured, flowing martial art sequence that requires memorizing continuous movements. [1] and inner energy.

Qigong is often used as a warmup for tai chi practice.

We started with qigong, did some breathing exercises.  And then the instructor introduced us to the 24 forms, or poses.

This is going to be challenging.

This is going to be fun.