MARQUETTE — On Saturday morning, a workshop on Tai Chi Chuan will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Marquette, 201 E Ridge St. No prior experience is necessary. The workshop will take place from 10 A.M.-noon and includes a light, nutritious lunch,

Tai Chi is a mind-body exercise that was first developed by Chinese Buddhist monks hundreds of years ago. It consists of gentle movements to increase focus, balance and flexibility. Tai Chi is currently used in treatment programs in major medical centers across North America.

The workshop is sponsored by The Cedar Tree Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides services and initiates projects in the areas of mental health, interfaith collaboration, and the environment. Jon and Diana Magnuson will be serving as instructors.

Cost of the workshop is $25 and proceeds will be used to assist in planting 500 trees in the Yellow Dog Community Forest.