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Chen Bing Taiji Academy USA
4.9 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Los Angeles, California
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.
Straightforward martial arts studio specializing in Chenjiagou Tai Chi & its 25 disciplines.
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
- 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 chenbing.org — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (323) 953-5908
Hours
| Monday | 7–9 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 7–9 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 1–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Personally, I've experienced deep relaxation, internal awareness, improved balance, more energy, and overall well-being through this healing practice.”
“If you thought that tai chi consisted of doing slow movements in the park, think again.”
“Despite that it is quite challenging, this school has members of all ages and backgrounds who are dedicated and studious, and I hope no one is deterred by its difficulty.”
“Personally, I've experienced deep relaxation, internal awareness, improved balance, more energy, and overall well-being through this healing practice.”
Styles taught here
“Since then, I have became aTaiji brother with Master Bosco under the tutelege of our Shifu Chen Bing, founder and head of Chen Bing Taiji Academy (located in Chen Village, China).”
“I started learning Yang’s style Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) back in September, 2012.”
What students say
“Head teacher Bosco Baek studied in Chenjiagou, the city where Chen-style tai chi was born, and it is difficult to find a better credentialed and knowledgeable instructor.”
“The teachers at CBTA are highly skilled and dedicated to making tai chi principles accessible to students of all levels.”
“Personally, I've experienced deep relaxation, internal awareness, improved balance, more energy, and overall well-being through this healing practice.”
“Personally, I've experienced deep relaxation, internal awareness, improved balance, more energy, and overall well-being through this healing practice.”
“The teachers care deeply about the lineage of wisdom they are passing forward and make an effort to meet each student where they are with respect.”
“But in just half a year or so, I've recovered from several recurring injuries--wrist, knees, back--and my general health and immune system have improved tremendously.”
From the reviews
Studying at Chen Bing Taiji Academy has been an extraordinary experience for me. After spending a little over half a year training in just the primary curriculum, I can safely say this school is a treasure that I will not be leaving any time soon.
This Academy is the real deal. Been coming for about two years. Started coming to the free Saturday classes, then moved on to the entry level classes and now I signed up for the Academy lite membership (unlimited classes). It is authentic Chen family Tai chi.
When I first showed up at the Chen Bing Taiji Academy (CBTA), I had very little idea of what Tai Chi was. Almost immediately, my assumptions about my body’s strength were challenged—even during simple relaxation exercises, my legs were burning and shaking.
Chen Bing Taiji Academy is a truly extraordinary place, and I feel so fortunate to have found it right here in my neighborhood of Los Feliz! In 2023 I attended one of the free public classes just out of curiosity and with no idea that it would have such a meaningful impact on me.
New to tai chi? Start at Chen Bing Taiji Academy USA
Chen Bing Taiji Academy USA 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 Chen Bing Taiji Academy USA
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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