Begin Here
A gentle place to begin your Tai Chi journey
No experience is needed.
You do not need to be flexible, athletic, or familiar with Tai Chi.
This is a quiet and supportive place to begin slowly, breathe more deeply, and reconnect with your body at your own pace.
Whether you are seeking mindful movement, stress relief, balance, cultural exploration, or a more grounded relationship with yourself, you are welcome here.
You Do Not Need To “Keep Up”
You do not need martial arts experience.
You do not need to memorize movements quickly.
You do not need to already feel calm, coordinated, or physically confident.
You do not need to perform.
Many students begin feeling uncertain, nervous, stiff, tired, distracted, or disconnected from their bodies.
That is completely normal.
Tai Chi can begin gently.
Which Path Feels Right For You?
Beginner
Small Group Program
A calm and supportive small group environment designed specifically for beginners.
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Students learn gradually with clear guidance, repetition, and time to absorb the practice naturally.
This program is well suited for those who:
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are completely new to Tai Chi
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prefer a slower pace
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enjoy learning with others
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want structure and consistency
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feel hesitant about beginning alone
Private Tai Chi Training
One-on-one instruction tailored to your individual needs, interests, pace, and goals.
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Private training allows for a highly personalized approach and may be especially supportive for students seeking:
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individualized attention
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flexible scheduling
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deeper refinement
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physical rehabilitation support
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stress recovery
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a quieter learning environment
Tea & Tai Chi
A slower and more reflective experience that combines Tai Chi practice with tea, conversation, quiet observation, and cultural atmosphere.
This offering is especially meaningful for those drawn to:
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mindfulness
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Taoist culture
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contemplative learning
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tea culture
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slowing down
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embodied presence
What Your First
Visit Feels Like
Your first visit is designed to feel simple, welcoming, and unhurried.
There is no pressure to perform or “get it right.”
You are welcome to observe, ask questions, move slowly, and settle into the space naturally.
Tai Chi develops through patience, repetition, awareness, and relationship, not through force or speed.
Meet Your Instructor
Jing Shuai teaches Tai Chi through a calm, attentive, and highly personalized approach that honors both traditional practice and the needs of modern students.
Students come from many different backgrounds, including:
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complete beginners
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wellness practitioners
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older adults
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artists
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healthcare professionals
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long-term martial arts practitioners
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people recovering from stress or burnout
The studio emphasizes depth over performance, awareness over intensity, and sustainable long-term practice over rapid achievement.
More Than Exercise
At Tao Tai Chi Studio, Tai Chi is approached not only as physical movement, but also as a living practice of awareness, breath, balance, attention, and relationship with the natural world.
For students who wish to explore more deeply, the studio also offers opportunities connected to:
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traditional lineage study
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Taoist cultural perspectives
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partner practice
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tea gatherings
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contemplative movement
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seasonal and natural rhythms
These dimensions of practice unfold gradually and naturally over time.
Still Not Sure Where To Start?
I am happy to help you find the most supportive and appropriate starting place for your interests, comfort level, and goals.
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