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Lane Academy of Martial Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Arvada, Colorado

Certified Beginners welcome

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

  • Beginners welcome all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or flexible to start
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  • Website & schedule lane-academy.com — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone +1 720-688-6918

Hours

Monday 3–9 pm
Tuesday 3–9 pm
Wednesday 3–9 pm
Thursday 3–9 pm
Friday 3–9 pm
Saturday 6:30 am–3 pm
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 Lane Academy of Martial Arts, drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Grandmaster Matt Lane loves to teach, whether it is beginner skills to rambunctious 6-year-olds, or philosophy with advanced black belts.”

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🔄 All Levels

“Very friendly environment and great for all ages.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Grandmaster Matt Lane loves to teach, whether it is beginner skills to rambunctious 6-year-olds, or philosophy with advanced black belts.”

⚖️ improved balance & health 5 mentions

“Each class is a combination of physical exertion, form, and strength training, as well as an opportunity to grow one’s awareness, grace, and understanding of the world around us.”

🤝 strong, friendly community 10 mentions

“Everyone there is just so nice and inclusive, it's almost like being part of one big family!”

💵 good value / fair pricing 3 mentions

“No contracts and the most affordable school around.”

From the reviews

Excellent martial arts school, with Tae Kwon do, yoga and Tai Chi all available! Mr. Lane is an impeccable instructor, equally skilled with children and adults. We love that we can do Tae Kwon do and Yoga there several times a week. They are very conscious of hygiene and always responsible with their Covid precautions.

★★★★★ — Dan, Jul 2020

My daughter has never done martial arts before, so I wasn't quite sure how it would go, but Grand Master Lane and his team was warm and welcoming; she had a great time, felt so confident when she left. I'm glad we tried something new! The place was very clean and it felt COVID safe too.

★★★★★ — Jill, Mar 2021

Only the first class for our daughter, but they really know how to make you feel welcome. And she really enjoyed it enough to want to come back. Highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Dj, Feb 2021

We have been training at Lane's for about a year and a half. It has been a wonderful experience! My sons and I have the opportunity to take class at the same time which is great for our busy schedule. Even more, it has become a much needed community for our family.

★★★★★ — Melissa, Dec 2025

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New to tai chi? Start at Lane Academy of Martial Arts

Lane Academy of Martial Arts 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first tai chi class at Lane Academy of Martial Arts

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 Lane Academy of Martial Arts

11651 W 64th Ave Unit B-2, Arvada, CO80004

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