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Ashland Hero Academy
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Ashland, Oregon
Plan your first class
- Beginners welcome all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or flexible to start
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ashlandheroacademy.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (541) 625-9377
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This is an excellent place for all levels and ages.”
“This is an excellent place for all levels and ages.”
What students say
“Amazing place to learn JUI JITSU, kickboxing and many more with a great coach who teaches very well.”
“I train here multiple times a day and absolutely love the energy and atmosphere especially being a woman in a male dominated sport.”
“Kind instruction and a devoted following.”
From the reviews
I train here multiple times a day and absolutely love the energy and atmosphere especially being a woman in a male dominated sport. Grateful for this place.
This is an excellent place for all levels and ages. Whether you are advanced or a beginner, child or adult, you will be welcomed in to this Training space. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kick Boxing, Tai Chi and kid specific classes are all excellent- Coach Russell brings expert knowledge, warm and kind energy and helps you…
I highly recommend AHA. The culture of the academy is centered around working together to improve one another. This is the least ego-based school I have been part of. Coach Russell is not only knowledgeable but he is also very considerate and patient. If you are interested in BJJ, AHA is definitely worth checking out.
My kiddo has gained so much confidence, patience, and skill attending Russell’s classes. We love it here so much. Nowhere my kid would rather be!
New to tai chi? Start at Ashland Hero Academy
Ashland Hero 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.
Your first tai chi class at Ashland Hero 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.