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Allen Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Riverside, 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
- Great for seniors welcoming to older adults, with slow, low-impact movement for balance, mobility and fall prevention
- Private lessons one-on-one lessons available — a focused way to learn the form at your own pace; ask about availability and rates
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule schoolmartialarts.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 951-354-0244
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–6 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I had my first private lesson today w/ shihan Hendrix and it was a great workout.”
“Seeing some of the senior students is a bit discouraging at times, because they are really good.”
What students say
“The adult program has some of the best instructors available to the martial arts and the student body has become one of the most physically fit i have seen in sometime.”
“I would strongly recommend Allen Martial Arts Academy for multiple issues you might have whether it be learning to relax, building balance or strength training in general.”
“I would strongly recommend Allen Martial Arts Academy for multiple issues you might have whether it be learning to relax, building balance or strength training in general.”
“They were genuinely friendly and knew what they were talking about.”
From the reviews
I have been here for about five months. I have tried other styles and was not fulfilled. The Allen Academy is a breath of fresh air. They don't have your typical hide behind your belt instructors. They actually work out with the classes. This is a big deal to me, since all of them practice what they preach.
There aren't too many black belt instructors like the ones at the Allen Academy. I was very impressed at my information appointment. They were genuinely friendly and knew what they were talking about. I asked about the lineage of their system and unique style and they satisfied my questions.
I've been going to the Allen Academy since 2011 and did not know that when I joined the school that I would be joining a family. The instructors are great and they understand the different ways people learn which helps students understand the material.
I took a women's self defense class at Allen Academy and I thought the instructors did an excellent job of showing us techniques that I felt I could implement right away. It's one of those things you hope you never need those skills but should definitely prepare for.
Your first tai chi class at Allen Academy
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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