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Egley Train Academy | Boise
4.8 ★★★★★ 216 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Boise, Idaho
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule egleytrain.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 208-291-8321
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 am, 12–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–6:30 am, 12–1 pm, 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 12–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–6:30 am, 12–1 pm, 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6–7 am, 12–1 pm, 4:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 1–3:30 pm |
The classes they run
“Whether you are brand new or have trained for years, this is a great place to learn something new, improve your fitness, and do it along a great group of individuals.”
“The coaching strikes a great balance between fundamentals and practical application, and the level of detail in techniques has helped me make consistent progress.”
“As long as I'm here in Boise this will be my home away from home again it's an honor to be part of this team.”
“I highly recommend Egley Jiu Jitsu to BJJ athletes of all levels!”
What students say
“It’s a welcoming environment that has an excellent balance of focussed training, great rolls, skills education and deliberate high level Rolls for the advanced.”
“The coaching strikes a great balance between fundamentals and practical application, and the level of detail in techniques has helped me make consistent progress.”
“The classes are well-structured, focusing on technique, strength, and endurance, while also emphasizing the importance of discipline, respect, and camaraderie among students.”
“The grappling experience is everything I was looking for, the other athletes that train here are all tough and very friendly and approachable if you’re new and need help.”
“The classes are well-structured, focusing on technique, strength, and endurance, while also emphasizing the importance of discipline, respect, and camaraderie among students.”
From the reviews
I have been coming to Egley Train Boise for a little bit now and it has been an absolutely transformative experience. From day one, the atmosphere has been welcoming and supportive, creating a perfect environment for both beginners and advanced practitioners to thrive.
The training is top notch a with a balance of skill levels for every one. It’s a welcoming environment that has an excellent balance of focussed training, great rolls, skills education and deliberate high level Rolls for the advanced.
Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Michael Egley, and his staff are among the elite instructors in Idaho. The instruction, like the facility is top tier. The academy is clean, inviting and friendly.
I've been training at Egley Train Boise Jiu Jitsu for 2 months, and I can't say enough good things about this place! The facility is top-notch, always clean, and well-maintained. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, making it an ideal environment for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
New to tai chi? Start at Egley Train Academy | Boise
Egley Train Academy | Boise 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 Egley Train Academy | Boise
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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