Tai Chi Classes for Beginners
Tai chi for beginners is the gentlest possible on-ramp: a good beginners class is built entirely around people who have never practiced, so the teacher breaks a short form into a few simple movements and teaches you how to stand, breathe, and shift your weight at your own pace. You do not need to be fit, flexible, coordinated, or young to start — movements can be made smaller or slower, and there is nothing to keep up with. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat, supportive shoes, and expect to feel a little unsure your first time; everyone does. Expect patient repetition, expect calm rather than exertion, and expect your balance and ease to build gradually over your first few weeks. The 800 studios below offer tai chi classes for beginners — use the map to find the closest one, or browse by state.
Want the full picture first? Read the tai chi for beginners guide — what your first class is really like, what to wear, and whether you need to be fit.
Top-rated studios for tai chi classes for beginners
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count.
Azad's Martial Arts Center
5 ★★★★★ 384 reviews
Freddie's Modern Kung Fu
4.7 ★★★★★ 354 reviews
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi
5 ★★★★★ 306 reviews
🤲 Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention — check their schedule
Yoga, meditation, tai chi, and breathwork classes to energize and heal the mind, body and spirit.
Northwest Fighting Arts
4.5 ★★★★★ 303 reviews
🤲 Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention — check their schedule
Tama Martial Arts - Dayton Kettering Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 261 reviews
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi
4.9 ★★★★★ 258 reviews
🤲 Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention — check their schedule
W&E Health Institute - Acupuncture & Integrative Care
5 ★★★★★ 252 reviews
🤲 Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention — check their schedule
Olson's Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 237 reviews
Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
🤲 Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention — check their schedule
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi
5 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
🤲 Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention — check their schedule
Yoga, Tai Chi and meditation hub offering stretching and relaxation classes as well as workshops and retreats.
White Dragon Martial Arts - Chula Vista
4.9 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
🌳 Free or donation-based community class — check their site
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi
5 ★★★★★ 219 reviews
🤲 Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention — check their schedule
What students say about beginners
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“This is the first time in 5 years that we have seen so much success and growth for him in this area.”
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“It was my first time taking a yoga class and will absolutely be coming back.”
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“Perfect for beginners and experienced fighters alike.”
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“Would recommend to anyone, beginners, intermediate, or high level.”
Find tai chi classes for beginners by state
- Beginners in Alabama
- Fairbanks, AK
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- Wilmington, DE
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- Omaha, NE
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- Coventry, RI
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- Beginners in Wisconsin
- Laramie, WY