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Huan's Tai Chi and Kung Fu - Cambridge
5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Cambridge, Massachusetts
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
- 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
- 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 huanstaichi.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (888) 382-4244
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 8–10 AM |
The classes they run
“Master Huan is not only highly skilled and knowledgeable, but also humble, and the class has an easygoing vibe that welcomes all skill levels and body types.”
“As a result of his teaching, this 70 year old man has much better balance and flexibility than he's had in decades.”
“In private lessons, he is able to gauge what the student understands (or not) and provide the appropriate next steps.”
“I should add that during covid, Huan has made a surprisingly effective switch to online classes.”
“I first started learning tai chi from Huan almost two years ago, mostly for physical exercise and stress relief.”
Styles taught here
“I've been learning Yang-style tai chi from Huan for over 4 years, and will continue for as long as I have the opportunity.”
What students say
“Huan is a patient teacher who will walk you through every movement of every step of every form, teaching you how each one might apply to a real fight.”
“I’m a beginner who has never practiced martial arts before, and I’m bad at any sports or physical activities, but I can follow his instructions with ease.”
“I first started learning tai chi from Huan almost two years ago, mostly for physical exercise and stress relief.”
“As a result of his teaching, this 70 year old man has much better balance and flexibility than he's had in decades.”
“He has studied forms from a very wide range of Kung Fu lineages, and effectively combines the best of each into his teaching style.”
“I look forward to Mondays and Wednesdays, and I’ve definitely started to feel like I’m learning an art form and not just doing things for brute strength or fighting.”
From the reviews
I've been learning Yang-style tai chi from Huan for over 4 years, and will continue for as long as I have the opportunity. Huan is passionate and extremely knowledgeable about tai chi (as well as some other Chinese martial arts like Tong Bei and Bagua).
Huan’s Tai Chi and Kung Fu is an excellent school for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Master Huan Zhang has an in-depth understanding of Tai Chi, Xin Yi, Pa Gua, Tong Bei, and many other styles. He offers a rare opportunity to study a variety of styles at a deep and practical level.
Master Huan is a great martial arts master and teacher I would highly recommend. I have been studying with Master Huan for two years. He is a fantastic teacher with great patience and a deep understanding of different martial arts styles.
I first started learning tai chi from Huan almost two years ago, mostly for physical exercise and stress relief. But when he spent our whole first class teaching me a single move, explaining all its nuances, and going into the greater philosophy of tai chi, I realized that this tradition—and this teacher—offered a lot…
New to tai chi? Start at Huan's Tai Chi and Kung Fu - Cambridge
Huan's Tai Chi and Kung Fu - Cambridge 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 Huan's Tai Chi and Kung Fu - Cambridge
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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