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Monk Wise Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in West Jordan, Utah

Tai chi studio Tai Chi for Arthritis Certified Private lessons

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
  • 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 monkwisemartialartsacademy.com — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone +1 385-743-9473

Hours

Monday 4–8:30 pm
Tuesday 4–8:30 pm
Wednesday 4–8:30 pm
Thursday 4–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–12:30 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 Monk Wise Academy, drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

⚖️ Fall Prevention & Balance 3 mentions

“My memory and coordination have improved tremendously as well as my flexibility, balance and confidence.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“The teachers are amazing and they help each individual student 1 on 1.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 27 Google reviews — in their own words.

🏮 authentic, traditional style 11 mentions

“It's a pretty holistic, traditional approach to kung fu, but we try not to be TOO serious (well.”

⚖️ improved balance & health 11 mentions

“My memory and coordination have improved tremendously as well as my flexibility, balance and confidence.”

🤝 strong, friendly community 12 mentions

“The teachers are kind, my kids enjoy the classes, and they have learned so much!”

From the reviews

I've been learning Tai Chi and Kung Fu for about one year now from this studio and have absolutely enjoyed it. I've lost weight, gained flexibility and been able to share my class time with some amazing people. The class is focused on traditional Kung Fu of both northern and southern styles.

★★★★★ — Josh, Nov 2012

I have been learning martial arts from Monk Wise for about 7 months now. I absolutely LOVE this studio. The environment is very friendly and comforting. The teachers are amazing and they help each individual student 1 on 1. I have gained internal strength, focus, flexibility, fluid movements and physical strength.

★★★★★ — Jess, Apr 2013

If you are looking for excellent martial arts training options for yourself or for your entire family, Monk Wise Martial Arts Academy is one of the very best. Not only will you get a great work out, you'll get a great educational avenue for self-defense.

★★★★★ — D, Nov 2014

My children have been learning Kung Fu at Monk Wise since 2012, and it has been (and continues to be) a fantastic experience for them. First, Shifu Woolsey and his team are friendly, engaging, patient and talented.

★★★★★ — Richard, Oct 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 27 reviews →

Your first tai chi class at Monk Wise Academy

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 Monk Wise Academy

8576 S Redwood Rd, West Jordan, UT84088

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