Our classes are informal, fun, and well organized. Our weekly classes last for one hour and meet once a week for 10 weeks. Class sizes usually range from about 8 to 18 students. We have at least two teachers or teaching assistants for each class in order to ensure plenty of personal attention for each student. No special clothing is required, however, we recommend wearing comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes or socks. We offer cotton soled Chinese slippers for sale in our classes. They are great to wear for class and practice at home. We also offer weekend seminars and other workshops.
Register for classes online or register at the first class. Registration in person requires payment by cash or check.
Tai Chi 1 (beginners)
A 10-week course where you will learn the first section of the basic tai chi form as well as qigong and yiquan standing meditation. You will learn the basic principles of tai chi. This course is for those with no prior experience with tai chi or for those who would like to repeat this class in order to review the form. There is no charge for repeating this class.
Tai Chi 2, T’ai Chi 3, and T’ai Chi 4
10-week courses teaching sections 2, 3 and 4 of the tai chi form. You will learn the tai chi form as well as more qigong and standing meditation exercises. There is no charge for repeating these classes. It is recommended, but not required, to take these classes in order.
Advanced
This course is recommended for students who have learned the tai chi form. This class will review the tai chi form bringing increased awareness to the fundamental principles of tai chi practice. You will also develop an awareness of chi in the practice of the form. The course will include pushing hands and advanced standing meditation, and qigong.
SWORD and fan
Sword and fan are great fun to learn and practice. They teach students unique tai chi principles, help to develop qi, and are artistic and beautiful. This course is open to all students who have taken any previous tai chi or qigong course. It will include teaching the tai chi fan form and the tai chi sword form. Purchase of a wooden sword and a bamboo fan is required for this class.
T'ai Chi for Seniors
Learn tai chi and qigong exercises specifically designed for seniors but beneficial for anyone and everyone. All ages are welcome. Students will learn how to apply the principles of tai chi to improve balance and stability, increase strength and endurance, relieve stress and tension, and improve breathing and circulation.
Private Lessons
Although we recommend that every student also attend regular classes, private lessons are available to further your practice. Contact us for details.
Tailored courses and weekend workshops
As well as our ongoing schedule of classes, we also offer occasional weekend workshops, sometimes with special guest tai chi or qigong masters. In addition, we offer tailored wellness programs including tai chi, qigong and stress management techniques for employees and students at companies, universities and other organizations. Please contact us for details or make sure you get on our mailing list to catch every event.
If you are unsure which class to attend, or if the classes you are interested in do not fit your schedule, please contact us to discuss your options.
Class Content
Whether you are a beginner coming to tai chi for the first time, or a more advanced practitioner, we have plenty to offer. Our courses include teaching of the following:
Tai Chi Form - a series of movements practiced in slow motion. Practicing the form teaches you the fundamental principles of tai chi. The tai chi we teach is called the Yang Style Short Form. Yang refers to the family of origin in China.
Qigong - ancient Chinese exercises combining movement and breathing to increase and circulate our internal energy (chi or qi) and promote deep relaxation.
Standing Meditation (yiquan’s zhan zhuang) - develops qi (chi), focuses the mind, and provides the foundation for tai chi practice.
Tai Chi Sword - a joy to practice and beautiful to watch. It further develops and extends the awareness of chi (qi) and lifts our spirits.
Tai Chi Fan - incorporates dramatic rhythm and timing into a smooth flowing health and martial arts practice. It’s a lot of fun.
Push Hands (sticking hands) - a practice that deepens the awareness of qi (chi) and teaches us to apply the principles of tai chi to our daily lives. You will learn how to deal with the world outside, while remaining balanced and centered within. |
