DC Tai chi
 
 
Why study Tai Chi?
Taijiquan is the classical Chinese martial art, now well-established as an excellent form of exercise. Recommended by the Arthritis Foundation, Taijiquan is a modern tool for relaxation, range of motion, circulation, balance and bone density. The practice is suitable for all ages and levels of physical ability. Most importantly, proper practice of Taijiquan and Qigong will improve your health, adding years of enjoyment to your life!

Taijiquan classes consist of warmup exercises including various general movements and Qiqong (energetic breath work) training. Then various basic skills are introduced, practiced, and incorporated into routines of various lengths. The most basic consist of about 10 and some classical routines are over 100 movements.

Intermediate to advanced practice includes partner work called “pushing hands”, wherein the adept can borrow an adversary’s force to neutralize and subdue him. Weapons such as sword and saber, spear, halberd and fan are an extension of the body and the training methods of traditional Taijiquan.                             

We offer training in related arts: Baguazhang, Xingyiquan, and Bajiquan, as well as several external styles of Chinese martial arts. 


Why learn with us?
DC Tai Chi offers instruction in traditional Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) in both private and small group classes in the DC Metro area. We facilitate corporate classes for the National Gallery of Art and the American Psychological Association, and volunteer Taijiquan instruction for the Georgetown Ministry Center for the homeless.

We LOVE what we do, and we do it well. For over 30 years, well enough to garner accolades from the international Chinese martial arts community and press coverage from both industry and mainstream print and video. 

We have inherited a legacy of excellence, which we intend to continue, helping others improve their lives.

Finding balance in an unbalanced world...

“Ming shi gao tu.”

Only learning from a skilled teacher can produce the best results.




“Shifu ling jin men...”

A master leads you into the door, the results depend upon your “gong fu” - effort and time.