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Eastern Ways Martial Arts - Sacramento
5 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Sacramento, 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.
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
- Private lessons one-on-one lessons available — a focused way to learn the form at your own pace; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule easternways.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (916) 488-5425
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The classes are open to all levels of ability and designed to promote personal growth and a sense of fellowship.”
“I've seen such positive changes in my niece and nephew, both in their self-esteem and their physical coordination.”
“My private lessons made my journey much more special as each lesson was tailored to me and advanced my understanding of each level.”
“It is also worth noting that the school is very large, clean, and caters to all ages and interests, with instructors who are passionate, talented, knowledgeable and fun.”
Styles taught here
What students say
“The classes are open to all levels of ability and designed to promote personal growth and a sense of fellowship.”
“I’ve always wanted to learn kung fu when I was a kid, but my mom couldn’t afford it.”
“Eastern Ways Martial Arts is an outstanding place to learn traditional Chinese martial arts.”
“The studio itself has great energy and it’s been a phenomenal experience.”
“The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and patient, making the learning environment both challenging and supportive.”
“It’s clear the staff genuinely care about each student’s progress, making sure they’re challenged in a way that builds skills at their own pace.”
From the reviews
Our family has been a part of the Eastern Ways Martial Arts family for nearly two decades. They are an incredible studio that truly cares for their students. The instructors are highly skilled in their practice and are equally dedicated to their students.
This is more than a martial arts school. It’s a home for many with great opportunities for all who are interested in learning kung fu with top tier instructors who go above and beyond for their students and their lessons go deeper then just throwing a punch but actually teaches the rich history behind each movement.
I have been training here for 10+ years and I enjoyed every second of it. The instructor staff are friendly and knowledgeable at what they teach. The group classes are well structured where you will learn and engage with other students.
I’ve been a part of the Eastern Ways family for 10 years. The Sacramento instructors are motivating, knowledgeable, and supportive. They are attentive to detail and make learning the art both challenging and fun. The studio itself has great energy and it’s been a phenomenal experience.
New to tai chi? Start at Eastern Ways Martial Arts - Sacramento
Eastern Ways Martial Arts - Sacramento 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 Eastern Ways Martial Arts - Sacramento
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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