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One Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Boulder, Colorado
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule onedojo.org — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (720) 263-1314
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9 PM |
The classes they run
“I've taken the beginner/intro course, and it was a wonderful experience.”
“I've also taken a drop-in class and private lesson with Abel Sensei, and he is also a very wonderful teacher!”
“Abel Sensei chose to dedicate his life to Aikido, putting aside his senior position in marketing to focus on offering Aikido classes for children of all ages and adults.”
What students say
“Michael is a wonderful teacher who brings passion and consistent presence for this moving meditation practice.”
“Abel Villacorta, the director for One Dojo, is extremely warm and personable and welcoming to everyone.”
“There is a lot of effort put into the learning of the students, as well as creating a clean, peaceful atmosphere.”
“Abel Sensei chose to dedicate his life to Aikido, putting aside his senior position in marketing to focus on offering Aikido classes for children of all ages and adults.”
“I recently visited One Dojo’s traditional Aikido class taught by Izawa sensei/Tanshinjuku Aikido.”
“While he teaches a different style of Aikido than I practice, he has given me very helpful advice on where to place my attention/focus my energy while training.”
From the reviews
One Dojo has been life changing for me! I would not be the person I am without a weekly practice here. I have been attending yoga and tai chi classes for nearly a year now. Victoria is an incredible teacher. She brings such strength, presence, and integrity onto the mat.
One Dojo is a wonderful place to learn Aikido in Boulder! A supportive and positive community, and uplifting space to practice. I started taking Evolene Sensei's adult intro course a couple months ago, basically new to martial arts, and have been learning so much.
My happy place! I let go and do my best to be present and learn here. I feel safe and nurtured as I am learning a whole new way of being, there is so much to Aikido, its kinda hard to explain and I'm just a beginner But the lessons are so profound I keep coming back to learn more.
Best martial arts studio in Boulder! I've been training here for almost two years and it's my favorite place to be. Abel Villacorta, the director for One Dojo, is extremely warm and personable and welcoming to everyone.
New to tai chi? Start at One Dojo
One Dojo 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 One Dojo
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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