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10,000 Victories School of Qigong, Tai Chi & Kung Fu- Classical Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in San Rafael, California
Certified instruction — reviews and the studio's own info point to a recognized tai chi program or lineage (think Tai Chi for Health / Dr. Paul Lam, the Taoist Tai Chi Society, or a named family-style teacher). If credentials matter to you, ask which program the instructor is certified in and which style they teach.
Plan your first class
- Tai Chi for Arthritis & fall prevention gentle, joint-friendly classes — often based on the Arthritis Foundation / Dr. Paul Lam program — that may help with balance and stiffness; check the studio's schedule
- Beginners welcome all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or flexible to start
- Qigong & breathing qigong and breathing practice — gentle "moving meditation" — taught alongside the tai chi form
- Private lessons one-on-one lessons available — a focused way to learn the form at your own pace; ask about availability and rates
- Online & Zoom classes live online or Zoom classes you can follow along with from home
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 10000victories.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (415) 455-9467
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 9 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“Whether you are a beginner or have previous experience in Tai Chi and Chi Gong, his classes cater to individuals of all levels.”
“I recommend anyone who wants to feel energized and begin to improve their flexibility, balance and heal their body Join Scott's Classes.”
“Excellent local resource for training in T'Ai Chi, Kung Fu, Chi Kung, and T'Ai Chi Sword, based out of the San Rafael Community Center.”
“Whether you are a beginner or have previous experience in Tai Chi and Chi Gong, his classes cater to individuals of all levels.”
“We have improved our body tone, posture, mindfulness and joint movement.”
Styles taught here
“The form that Sifu Jensen teaches is a long yang style.”
What students say
“Scott and his wife Rachel are not only great teachers, and great Martial Artists in their own right, but also dear human beings with huge hearts.”
“Whether you are a beginner or have previous experience in Tai Chi and Chi Gong, his classes cater to individuals of all levels.”
“All of this done with a smile, kindness, laughter, heart, example, and gentle yet challenging and effective expert training, not to mention Sifu Jensen's own impressive prowess.”
“I recommend anyone who wants to feel energized and begin to improve their flexibility, balance and heal their body Join Scott's Classes.”
“Scott passes on the lineage of his renowned teacher, through expertise, example, and patience.”
“It was wonderful, but it began to give way to a realization that, physically, I needed something else that would heal me while strengthening me.”
From the reviews
I came to study Martial Arts with Scott Jensen to heal a severe injury. I had been on heavy painkillers and had many neurological problems along with chronic pain and had what they call "Thorasic Outlet Syndrome". I was also disabled from my previous occupation.
Five years ago, while our daughter was expecting our first granddaughter, the Husband and I decided we needed to do something to ensure our being able to keep up with our grands. For a long time we had heard about the benefits of Tai Chi. We feel unbelievably fortunate that we were connected to Sifu Scott Jensen.
I started to practice Tai Chi and Tai Chi Sword 7 years ago. I primarily turned to Tai Chi for health issues. I was concerned by my weak legs and feet, so I looked for smooth standing exercises in order to be more grounded. Sifu Jensen gives us a comprehensive approach to Tai Chi.
Excellent local resource for training in T'Ai Chi, Kung Fu, Chi Kung, and T'Ai Chi Sword, based out of the San Rafael Community Center. Sifu Jensen--Scott--is a warm, fun and funny teacher who has many decades of experience both teaching and competing, and is probably the best T'Ai Chi teacher I've ever had due to his…
New to tai chi? Start at 10,000 Victories School of Qigong, Tai Chi & Kung Fu- Classical Martial Arts
10,000 Victories School of Qigong, Tai Chi & Kung Fu- Classical Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly studio, going by its listing and students' reviews. If you've never tried tai chi, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first session. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — the movements are slow and gentle, you set your own pace, and many can be done seated if standing is hard. Second, there's nothing to buy and nothing to keep up with — wear comfortable clothes and flat, flexible shoes, and simply follow along. Third, all ages and abilities really are welcome — ask whether there's a dedicated beginners or all-levels class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most studios are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first tai chi class at 10,000 Victories School of Qigong, Tai Chi & Kung Fu- Classical Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a tai chi class for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a gentle warm-up, then learning a few slow movements of the form, step by step — no pressure to get it perfect, and you can rest or sit whenever you need to. What to wear: loose, comfortable clothing you can move in, and flat, flexible shoes (some studios practice in socks or bare feet). What to bring: water, and that's about it — there's no equipment to buy. Arrive a few minutes early to say hello to the instructor and mention it's your first class. It comes together faster than you'd think — most people feel far more at ease by their second or third visit.
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