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Chuan Fa Academy
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Kansas City, Missouri
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.
Dojo teaching classes for children & adults, including self-defense, martial arts & tai chi.
Plan your first class
- Great for seniors welcoming to older adults, with slow, low-impact movement for balance, mobility and fall prevention
- Private lessons one-on-one lessons available — a focused way to learn the form at your own pace; ask about availability and rates
- 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 chuanfaacademy.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 816-582-4431
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
What students say
“Traditional style and instruction.”
From the reviews
We started a month ago. My 7 yo is really enjoying the classes and learning a lot. Chris connects well with the students with seriousness, patience, and a sense of humor. The students automatically respect him as a result. He runs a fun class for me to watch as well. Definitely 2 thumbs up.
Chuan Fa Martial Arts Academy has been a great fit for our family. Our son was a bit hesitant initially, but the instructor, as well as the other kids and parents, were patient and encouraging. Now he loves it. We are grateful to have discovered this place!
Amazing place to train! Chris is an amazing instructor and offers a ton of classes!
Mr. Hutchins is great with the kids. He teaches old school style. He definitely earns the respect of the kids and is respectful of the kids. He teaches well with authority while making it fun at the same time. My grandson has learned so much from him.
Your first tai chi class at Chuan Fa 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.
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