Drop-In Anytime!

Qi Gong Stretching is a drop-in class for all levels to enhance mobility, reduce stress, and improve organ function. Qi Gong are ancient Chinese calisthenics that combine graceful, stretching movements with slow, measured breathing. In addition to deep breathing and coordinated movements, qi gong uses concentrated imagery to guide qi, or healing energy, throughout the body. In this way, we “wash” the body with our mind using intrinsic energy-flow to restore organ function and strengthen the immune system. Qi gong serves as the perfect stress-management tool and mind-refreshing tonic after long hours of work.

New students can drop-in anytime. Every few months, a new Qi Gong set will be introduced with 1-2 movements taught in detail each week.

Tai Chi Intro Course is an introductory class to experience the benefits of Tai Chi.  Class will include fundamentals and drills required for tai chi practice that emphasize posture, body alignment and balance. Class typically begins with warm-up exercises and drills followed by a "Tai Chi Flow" sequence that introduces tai chi basics and fundamentals. Students will then integrate these foundational principles and movements into a short, beginner form that can be practiced anytime for its therapeutic benefits.

Beginner - Intermediate

Tai Chi Flow is a rejuvenating practice class for students that have completed the 8-Week Intro Course and know one section of the Therapeutic Tai Chi form. The focus of this class is to incorporate breathing and qi-flow into the technical aspects of the form. The class is designed to cultivate the greatest benefits from your tai chi practice with qigong, meditation and tai chi practiced as a continuous flow.

Prerequisites:Tai Chi Intro Course is a prerequisite to attending this class.

Intermediate Level

Wu Dang Mountain is the birthplace of taijiquan (tai chi) and the Wu Dang style is famous for its internal martial arts. Although not a beginner form, Wu Dang 28 Taijiquan is a starter form for learning the Wu Dang style. Wu Dang emphasizes Dan Tien movement, spiraling energy and martial applications. Students will learn the Wu Dang 28 form step-by-step with an emphasis on Wu Dang principles.

This class is a prerequisite to learning the Wu Dang 108 Taijiquan. It is recommended that students have some tai chi experience or basic understand of tai chi fundamentals.

Prerequisites: students should have knowledge of tai chi fundamentals. Tai Chi Intro Course, Therapeutic Tai Chi or Tai Chi 24 are recommended.

Advanced Level

WuDang Sanfeng 13 Taijiquan

Wu Dang Sanfeng 13 Taijiquan is the original tai chi form designed by Zhang Sanfeng over 700 years ago on Wu Dang Mountain. Known as the "grandfather form," all internal martial arts sprouted from this form.  Students will learn the Wu Dang 13 form step-by-step.  Advanced Taiji principles will also be discussed to enhance your practice. This is a long form that typically takes 8-12 months to learn.

Prerequisites: at least 1 year of tai chi experience

WuDang 108 Taijiquan

Wu Dang 108 Taijiquan has been kept secret for hundreds of years and only recently has been taught to outsiders on Wu Dang mountain.  This will be the first time that 108 is taught in Atlanta! WuDang 108, Sanfeng 13 and Sanfeng 64 Tai Chi Sword comprise the complete Wu Dang Taijiquan system. Wu Dang 108 was designed by Zhang Sanfeng's students over numerous generations.  It is the largest and most advanced Tai Chi form.

Prerequisites: Wu Dang 28 Taijiquan

WuDang Kung fu focuses on Xing Yi Quan.  Xing Yi Quan or "Form-Intention Boxing" is considered one of the ancient internal styles of Chinese martial arts. Xing Yi is characterized by aggressive, seemingly linear movements and explosive power that's most often applied from a short range. The style applies internal philosophy of yin-yang, 5 elements and breath work; while incorporating many attributes of external kung fu styles. Xing Yi's simplicity of movement, yet depth of mastery make it a great style for all levels of martial artist.

Intermediate - Advanced

Wu Dang is most famous for its advanced and sophisticated sword play. Wu Dang sword is founded on the principles of Tai Chi, or Taijiquan, internal martial arts. Softness overcomes hardness through intention, suppleness and precision. This class teaches basic sword drills, tai chi sword, Liang Yi sword, bagua and fencing applications.

WuDang 64 Tai Chi Sword (Wudang Sanfeng 64 Taiji Jian), is the original tai chi sword form designed by Zhang Sanfeng, the creator of tai chi. Tai Chi sword is considered the most advanced tai chi form. Previous tai chi experience is recommended before learning sword.

Prerequisites: WuDang 28 Taijiquan is recommended. Students must have some tai chi experience and understanding of tai chi fundamentals.

Note: Tai Chi for Seniors is a separate program and is always paid for on a class-by-class basis. Class cards, promos and Memberships CANNOT be used to pay for this class.

Our Tai Chi for Seniors class is a specially designed program for seniors of all activity levels, including those with special circumstances, such as Parkinson’s, arthritis, fibromyalgia, balance issues and so forth. These exercises can be performed standing or seated.  The class is based off Cate Morrill's "Movement Improvement Tai Chi" to help the elderly regain mobility, energize their spirit and reduce the risk of falling.  Cate's program is endorsed by doctors, nurses, physical therapists and many others in the Senior Health Care field. Movements are designed and instructed for all levels of ability, and taught at a pace all can follow.  We emphasize moves to loosen the major muscle groups, provide full rotation of the joints, and create balance and stability. And it’s fun!