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5 Elements Kung Fu

5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Phoenix, Arizona

Certified Private lessons

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

  • Private lessons one-on-one lessons available — a focused way to learn the form at your own pace; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule 5elementskf.com — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone +1 602-290-7043

Hours

Monday 3–9 pm
Tuesday 3–9 pm
Wednesday 3–9 pm
Thursday 3–9 pm
Friday 3–9 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, workshops, and seasonal outdoor sessions — worth a quick check before a special trip, and class times can differ from the studio's front-desk hours.

The classes they run

Tai chi and qigong classes on the schedule at 5 Elements Kung Fu, drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔄 All Levels

“I highly recommend it for any age, young and old.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 17 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 patient, skilled instructor 5 mentions

“Sifu Burns is incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about his work, and cares deeply about the success of his students.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The 5 Elements Kung Fu community is welcoming and dedicated, making it a joy to train here!”

🏮 authentic, traditional style 5 mentions

“As a licensed acupuncturist, I was looking for a school that stayed true to traditional Chinese medicine/culture and was inclusive.”

⚖️ improved balance & health 4 mentions

“I really enjoy 5 Element KungFu; it’s been a wonderful journey towards building confidence, strength, and knowledge.”

🤝 strong, friendly community 7 mentions

“As a licensed acupuncturist, I was looking for a school that stayed true to traditional Chinese medicine/culture and was inclusive.”

From the reviews

Sifu Burns is great with the kids classes and with the adults. My son and I have been going to classes here for a little over a year and he makes classes fun and challenging at the same time. There is also a family plan in case more than 2 members of a family attend.

★★★★★ — Gregg, Aug 2022

Sufi Burns is a fabulous instructor. Extremely knowledgeable with the utmost integrity.

★★★★★ — Curtis, Jan 2024

I really enjoy 5 Element KungFu; it’s been a wonderful journey towards building confidence, strength, and knowledge. Sifu Burns is a understanding and patient instructor who pours himself into his school and students. Learning Kung Fu has always been a dream of mine since childhood but wasn’t realized due to distance.

★★★★★ — Samuel, May 2024

As a licensed acupuncturist, I was looking for a school that stayed true to traditional Chinese medicine/culture and was inclusive. Sifu Burns has cultivated an environment that welcomes diversity, including those from different levels of experience while pushing you to grow and learn.

★★★★★ — Clara, May 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 17 reviews →

Your first tai chi class at 5 Elements Kung Fu

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.

Tai chi is gentle and low-impact, but it's still exercise, and the health notes here are general information, not medical advice. If you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them to the instructor before class, and check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.

Where to find 5 Elements Kung Fu

3135 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ85032

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