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Internal Tai Chi Chuan of NY / Long Island location
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Albertson, New York
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
- 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
- Online & Zoom classes live online or Zoom classes you can follow along with from home
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule internaltaichiny.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (718) 229-2609
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–9 PM |
The classes they run
Styles taught here
“I've been going to Internal Tai Chi Chuan of Long Island for a year + and this is an inclusive and caring environment for both newbies and experts alike!”
What students say
“The instructor is amazing. He is patient and really understands the deepness of the art he is teaching (which makes sense considering his decades of experience).”
“David Alexander has studied Tai chi for many years and has a lot of experience teaching He tends to explain the principles and movements in a very relaxed manner.”
“Started my study with Grand Master Alexander recently after a long absence from the Martial Arts and many health issues.”
“I've been going to Internal Tai Chi Chuan of Long Island for a year + and this is an inclusive and caring environment for both newbies and experts alike!”
From the reviews
Started my study with Grand Master Alexander recently after a long absence from the Martial Arts and many health issues. Grand Master Alexander has vast experience in the Yang Style Tai Chi as well as the Oriental mind/body relationship, he is a patient and extremely knowledgeable instructor that one can benefit…
Love this school! The instructor is amazing. He is patient and really understands the deepness of the art he is teaching (which makes sense considering his decades of experience). My fellow classmates have all been extremely kind and helpful as well.
tai chi chuan has added many benefits to my daily life...i feel more grounded, balanced and my overall attitude is...lighter and positive. i would recommend tai chi to anyone looking to enhance their life.
I've been going to Internal Tai Chi Chuan of Long Island for a year + and this is an inclusive and caring environment for both newbies and experts alike! David always has something new or deeper to share and I learn much more than just the steps from him. There's a real emphasis on the spirit, practice, and wisdom.
New to tai chi? Start at Internal Tai Chi Chuan of NY / Long Island location
Internal Tai Chi Chuan of NY / Long Island location 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 Internal Tai Chi Chuan of NY / Long Island location
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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