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Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC)

4.3 ★★★★☆ 6 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Santa Barbara, California

Tai chi studio Certified Seniors welcome Qigong

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

  • Great for seniors welcoming to older adults, with slow, low-impact movement for balance, mobility and fall prevention
  • Qigong & breathing qigong and breathing practice — gentle "moving meditation" — taught alongside the tai chi form
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule iiqtc.org — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone +1 805-617-3390

Hours

Monday 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday 9 am–5 pm
Thursday 9 am–5 pm
Friday 9 am–5 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, workshops, and seasonal outdoor sessions — worth a quick check before a special trip, and class times can differ from the studio's front-desk hours.

The classes they run

Tai chi and qigong classes on the schedule at Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC), drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌬️ Qigong 6 mentions

“He is a pioneer that has paved the path with literature, developed numerous organizations to cultivate and support a growing professional and private culture of Qigong and Tia Chi.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 6 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌬️ qigong & breathing work 6 mentions

“He is a pioneer that has paved the path with literature, developed numerous organizations to cultivate and support a growing professional and private culture of Qigong and Tia Chi.”

From the reviews

I participated in the Tai Chi Easy practice leader training with Roger Jahnke several years ago and it was one of the best experiences of my life! I learned a wealth of information on self healing practices using tai chi and qigong practices that will last me a life-time.

★★★★★ — Joe, Dec 2016

I am a graduate and certified instructor. Also, have experience with the more esoteric schools. Roger is the finest that you can find and you will, He can lead you to good health and well being.

★★★★★ — Neale, Sep 2024

I have trained under Roger Jahnke for 3 programs so far and am signed up for a 4th. He has a unique wealth of experience and a wide breadth of knowledge that he is passing on.

★★★★★ — Susan, Mar 2019

Excellent, dedicated instructors and practitioners of healing qigong and tai chi practices. Highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Karen, Jul 2024

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Your first tai chi class at Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC)

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.

Tai chi is gentle and low-impact, but it's still exercise, and the health notes here are general information, not medical advice. If you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them to the instructor before class, and check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.

Where to find Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC)

Santa Barbara, CA

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