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American School of Martial Arts - Wake Forest Kung Fu Inc
5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Wake Forest, North Carolina
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kungfukarate.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 818-731-3763
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“** Tai Chi Chuan, Kung Fu, Qi Gong -- a true gem in Wake Forest.”
“The structure of the class is open right now, I get the chance to train with black belts and experienced martial artists which is always great for a beginner!”
Styles taught here
“** Tai Chi Chuan, Kung Fu, Qi Gong -- a true gem in Wake Forest.”
What students say
“” At 55 myself, with black belts in Tang Soo Do, and Taekwondo, I was no longer looking for the traditional "hard" styles that are often found and take a toll on the body.”
“We are reminded of how to protect our bodies and build health while training.”
“** Tai Chi Chuan, Kung Fu, Qi Gong -- a true gem in Wake Forest.”
From the reviews
I moved a year ago to this area and was searching around for different MA schools and teachers. I had trained aikido, kung fu, taichi and qigong before and was looking for a place that will have classes on these disciplines while spending time around friendly and experienced martial artists.
I can't recommend this school and it's instructors enough. I've been taking Tai Chi for nearly 8 months now with Grandmaster Baird. The technique, instruction and wisdom can't be matched. Best decision ever!
**TL;DR: 6 stars, hands down.** Tai Chi Chuan, Kung Fu, Qi Gong -- a true gem in Wake Forest. (I've been a student for 2 years.) Frankly, GM Baird is a finely cut gem, a testament to mastery in martial arts.
New to tai chi? Start at American School of Martial Arts - Wake Forest Kung Fu Inc
American School of Martial Arts - Wake Forest Kung Fu Inc 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 American School of Martial Arts - Wake Forest Kung Fu Inc
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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