Tai Chi & Chi Kung for Beginners

Tàijíquán (Tai Chi 太極拳) is a gentle, low-impact exercise suitable for students of any age and varying physical ability. It is a therapeutic exercise derived from Chinese martial arts, focusing on the circulation of Chi (Qi 氣), or "life energy" found within all living things. Sometimes called "moving meditation," millions around the world practice it daily as a gentle stress reducing exercise.

Practicing Tai Chi can:

• Reduce Stress
• Increase mobility, flexibility, and balance
• Increase energy and vitality
• Improve general health
• Provide relief from asthma, back pain, arthritis, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, fibromyalgia, and more.

Tai Chi classes include Chi Kung (Qigong 氣功), the ancient practice of using the mind to naturally develop the body's energy through breathing, movement, and meditation. Chi Kung helps to increase energy and stamina through the oxygenation of cells within the body.

We teach the Yang-style (楊氏) of Tai Chi at YMAA. Beginners will learn basic Tai Chi principles and Part 1 of the Yang-style Classical Tai Chi Form. 

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Please call 978.475.2020 to observe a class or inquire about the next Beginner's Session.