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Amalgam Martial Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Westmont, Illinois

Tai chi studio Tai Chi for Arthritis Beginners welcome Private lessons

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
  • Private lessons one-on-one lessons available — a focused way to learn the form at your own pace; ask about availability and rates
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule amalgammartialacademy.com — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone (630) 296-7515

Hours

Monday 5–8 PM
Tuesday 5–8 PM
Wednesday 5–8 PM
Thursday 5–8 PM
Friday 6–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12 PM
Sunday 3–4 PM

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 Amalgam Martial Academy, drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“This has been a great place to learn basic principles applying across several arts as an uninitiated beginner.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“) for any events and for private classes.”

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🔄 All Levels

“Frank is a great teacher and blends all levels and skillsets.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 15 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 patient, skilled instructor 2 mentions

“Knowledgeable Teachers and Instructors that know a lot about different forms of Martial Arts.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The environment is laidback and welcoming, and the instructors really make an effort to give each student the focused attention needed to learn and excel.”

From the reviews

I had been searching for a local martial arts school for some time that offered a variety of forms to learn, and I found it at Amalgam Martial Academy. Both my son and I attend and we can’t be happier with the classes.

★★★★★ — Joe, Sep 2021

I have been attending this academy for over a year now. The instructors are very knowledgeable in their area of expertise. Our instructor is Mr Frank D. He is working with us. We are working on belt curriculum. We enjoy attending his classes.

★★★★★ — Mrs, Sep 2021

Such an amazing School! Knowledgeable Teachers and Instructors that know a lot about different forms of Martial Arts. The price is very fair for what you receive. Weather it be for self defense or Tournament style or performance, Amalgam Martial Academy can help you get better and achieve your goal.

★★★★★ — James, Sep 2021

I've been studying at Amalgam for years and have grown not only in martial arts ability but also in heath and confidence through the training of its awesome instructors! It's a well-rounded curriculum for a great price!

★★★★★ — Steve, Sep 2021

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New to tai chi? Start at Amalgam Martial Academy

Amalgam Martial Academy 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.

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Your first tai chi class at Amalgam Martial 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.

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 Amalgam Martial Academy

27 E Chicago Ave, Westmont, IL60559

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