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Body Mind Systems
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Castle Hills, Texas
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
- Online & Zoom classes live online or Zoom classes you can follow along with from home
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bodymindsystems.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 210-467-8564
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He’s patient, highly knowledgeable, and truly cares about each student’s growth—whether you’re brand new or more experienced.”
“As one of the older students, I appreciate their ability to tailor a program to individual needs, and call in the expertise of senior instructors from all around the nation.”
“Then, the next half hour is learning new Chinese “forms”, or pre-designated, rehearsed movements that build amazing strength, fkexibility, balance and confidence!”
“All in all, this is my home a way from home.”
“I’m a senior who has been very active in sports all my life and they have virtually every age group represented at Body Mind Systems.”
What students say
“Alex is one of the best instructors (of several good ones we have had), and is not only very expert in Martial Arts, but is also an excellent (and very patient) teacher.”
“The school offers a variety of classes to fit your needs and goals, and the community of classmates is welcoming and supportive.”
“The Tai Chi classes are such a wonderful way to stay active, and they’ve also helped me feel more centered, calm, and focused in my daily life.”
“As one of the older students, I appreciate their ability to tailor a program to individual needs, and call in the expertise of senior instructors from all around the nation.”
“I have a solid background in the martial arts, specifically 20 years in four different traditional Japanese (hard, or external) systems, with one black belt and one brown belt….”
“The Tai Chi classes are such a wonderful way to stay active, and they’ve also helped me feel more centered, calm, and focused in my daily life.”
From the reviews
I can’t say enough good things about Body Mind Systems here in Castle Hills, TX! The Tai Chi classes are such a wonderful way to stay active, and they’ve also helped me feel more centered, calm, and focused in my daily life. Since starting, I’ve noticed real improvements in my strength and balance.
I used to train in Karate off and on since I was a teenager. Unfortunately it shut down due to Covid and my instructors health decline. My husband unexpectedly found this place for me.The experience has been Amazing. When I first started with Head Instructor Alex, I was very shy and unsure of what I’m used to.
My Wife and I have enjoyed learning from Head-Instructor Alex for a month now at the new San Antonio/Castle Hills location. We both have been involved in Martial Arts for several years, and H.I.
Mi husband and I recently joined Body Mind Systems and have participated in 2 Tai Chi sessions with George. The facility is impressive and such a positive venue! George provides personal attention to each of us in our sessions and is a true professional in the Martial Arts!
New to tai chi? Start at Body Mind Systems
Body Mind Systems 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 Mind Systems
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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