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Martial Arts Institute, Socorro
4.9 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Socorro, New Mexico
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
- 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 maisocorro.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 505-388-4791
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“When we first put our son into Taekwondo he was in Headstart and was having difficulty with balancing, coordination, and especially with standing on one foot.”
“The dojo has a warm and friendly environment that is excellent for students of all ages.”
“I’m a senior citizen and I had my doubts that I would be up to the physical challenge of participating in TaiChi and beyond.”
Styles taught here
What students say
“The instructor is incredibly patient and takes the time to work with students of all ability levels.”
“The dojo has such a welcoming atmosphere and wonderful people to be around and learn from.”
“After 6 months of lessons, his balance and coordination was markedly improved; he was not only standing on one foot, but performing accurate high kicks!”
“Learning the discipline of Martial Arts has helped my son with patience, learning to sit still, confidence, strength training, and navigating some tough peer situations.”
“Now, as a proud Green Belt, he’s not just developing physically — he’s growing into a confident, focused, and kind young man.”
From the reviews
My granddaughter Olessa Apachito help her with respect and help her in school and she learned alot of being responsive. She also like her class and wanted to reach for black belt.
I was initially hesitant, but I decided to give a lesson a try. I was very pleased with the experience and have been returning regularly since then. Over the past few weeks, I have observed improvements in my flexibility, stamina, and mental focus.
My son has been taking classes for over two years. He has gained confidence and pride. Right now he is a green belt and learning how to assist his teacher in a leadership or helper role.
The MAIS has such a welcoming atmosphere. The instructor is patient and truly helps students in a very positive way. Her patients and respect for the kids is undeliverable. She is very informative about the material she present. My 5 year old has recently started and in the 2 months he has learned so much it's amazing.
New to tai chi? Start at Martial Arts Institute, Socorro
Martial Arts Institute, Socorro 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 Martial Arts Institute, Socorro
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.