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Active Studios NYC
5 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in New York, New York
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
- Great for seniors welcoming to older adults, with slow, low-impact movement for balance, mobility and fall prevention
- Beginners welcome all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or flexible to start
- 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
- Free / donation / in the park free, donation-based, or outdoor park classes — a low-cost way to try tai chi; confirm times on their site
- Class prices classes from $20 — check their schedule for drop-in, class-pass and membership options
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule activestudiosnyc.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 917-388-2729
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–7:30 pm |
The classes they run
“The session struck a perfect balance between being strong and gentle, catering to all levels of experience.”
“He has learned innumerable skills ranging from focus to coordination, discipline, and balance which he has applied to school and beyond.”
“Whether you attend an in-person class or a Zoom meditation, you will feel the calming effects.”
“We wanted to try Tia Chi so we took a free class.”
“I would highly recommend for anyone who is looking to experience an enjoyable meditation and start their day off right.”
“The session struck a perfect balance between being strong and gentle, catering to all levels of experience.”
Styles taught here
What students say
“The instructor is incredibly patient and helpful and inspiring, and the variety of people that come to class is amazing and has formed an extra community I love to be with.”
“The session struck a perfect balance between being strong and gentle, catering to all levels of experience.”
“The session struck a perfect balance between being strong and gentle, catering to all levels of experience.”
“He has learned innumerable skills ranging from focus to coordination, discipline, and balance which he has applied to school and beyond.”
“He has learned innumerable skills ranging from focus to coordination, discipline, and balance which he has applied to school and beyond.”
“The instructor is incredibly patient and helpful and inspiring, and the variety of people that come to class is amazing and has formed an extra community I love to be with.”
From the reviews
This is a wonderful, cozy boutique studio with amazing classes of great variety. It's a little gem. My yoga class today was perfect. Ella is highly knowledgeable, creative, and excellent in every way. You truly restore your mind, body and spirit after each class with her and feel great. Very grateful.
Active Studios on York Ave is amazing . Bill who owns it is an incredibly talented instructor. I had serious balance issues and also wanted some essential self defense instruction.
This gym is a dream come. My wife and I have worked out for years, but have struggling since pandemic.When we were walking by the owner Bill was outside so we started talking. We wanted to try Tia Chi so we took a free class. The instructor is fabulous, he so patient and understanding.
My son absolutely loves this school, his sensais, and the entire karate experience! Sensai Bill, Sensai Roy, and their team of instructors are exceptional! They keep the kids engaged and motivated. My son has been a student here for over four years and is still excited to attend every class.
New to tai chi? Start at Active Studios NYC
Active Studios NYC 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 Active Studios NYC
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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