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Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi
5 ★★★★★ 102 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Brookline, Massachusetts
Part of Body & Brain
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
- Qigong & breathing qigong and breathing practice — gentle "moving meditation" — taught alongside the tai chi form
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bodynbrain.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (617) 213-0136
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Some classes are more physically challenging than others which is nice depending on what you need at that time, and they conveniently offer both in-person & online classes.”
“The studio often posts different events on Eventbrite, including the opportunity to try a free class.”
“Whether you’re looking to work on your mindfulness, get a good workout, or just have fun and move your body, the Heroes events has it all!”
What students say
“The classes themselves are unique in that certain days focus on different aspects, some focus on gathering energy and other focus on stress relief and meditation.”
“The classes themselves are unique in that certain days focus on different aspects, some focus on gathering energy and other focus on stress relief and meditation.”
“Last February, I walked into the Body & Brain Yoga & Tai Chi Center in Brookline and was warmly welcomed by Manager, Courtney Lindop.”
From the reviews
Body & Brain has surpassed my goals and expectations of becoming a healthier and more mindful being. It goes beyond Yoga and Tai Chi. I am more aware of energy channels, my chakras and my spiritual being. I am also more confident in managing my emotions and maintaining balance in my life.
I have been a member for many years and will be forever. Coming to classes has really improved both my physical and mental health. I have learned a lot about energy and my body. The teachers really care about helping you be well, and make an effort to get to know you.
I highly recommend Body & Brain Tai Chi! It is a surreal experience to be able to harness my inner energy during class and leave the studio completely relaxed. The instructors are friendly and kind and will subtly correct your poses if needed.
Erin offers amazing classes, she has such a beautiful spirit and genuinely wants to help people. These classes are life-giving, different than any other yoga class/practice I have taken.
New to tai chi? Start at Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi 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 Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi
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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