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KungFu-School Santa Clarita
5 ★★★★★ 115 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Valencia, 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kungfu-school.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 310-400-0558
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“His ability to adjust the classes for both experienced participants as well as beginners demonstrates leadership and a solid understanding of education techniques.”
“I am 67 years old with joint pain and fatigue issues and I am very impressed with Sifu Dmitry's individualized feedback and assistance in providing accomodations when needed.”
“He strikes the perfect balance of being friendly while maintaining a professional attitude as a martial arts instructor.”
“Sifu Dmitry clearly is highly experienced and is eager to provide all members attending his classes with the benefits of Qigong as well as Tai Chi.”
“His private classes transform lives and health.”
What students say
“’ve had the privilege of training with Dmitry for over 10 years, and I can confidently say he is one of the best teachers I’ve ever worked with.”
“His ability to adjust the classes for both experienced participants as well as beginners demonstrates leadership and a solid understanding of education techniques.”
“He is patient, gentle, well informed, with a good sense of humor but he also commands respect.”
“He strikes the perfect balance of being friendly while maintaining a professional attitude as a martial arts instructor.”
“I highly recommend Dmitry for anyone looking to learn authentic Kung Fu in a disciplined and inspiring environment.”
“He doesn’t just teach the movements with deep breathing , he explains the “why” behind them, which makes the practice far more meaningful.”
From the reviews
I’ve gained more confidence, discipline, and skills since joining. Highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a positive and supportive martial arts community! Dimitri is knowledgeable master of martial arts and has great heart!
My wife and I recently started taking classes at Kung Fu Santa Clarita with Sensei Dmitry, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. When we first joined, we had absolutely no knowledge of Kung Fu, but thanks to Sensei Dmitry’s patience, expertise, and teaching style, we are learning and improving every week.
I am 67 years old with joint pain and fatigue issues and I am very impressed with Sifu Dmitry's individualized feedback and assistance in providing accomodations when needed. He is patient, gentle, well informed, with a good sense of humor but he also commands respect.
I recently started taking Tai Chi with Dmitri, and I couldn’t be happier. I had always assumed Tai Chi would be slow or boring, but he completely changed that mindset. Dmitri is knowledgeable, patient, and deeply engaged.
New to tai chi? Start at KungFu-School Santa Clarita
KungFu-School Santa Clarita 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 KungFu-School Santa Clarita
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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