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Oregon Tai Chi Wushu
4.8 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Bend, Oregon
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
- Qigong & breathing qigong and breathing practice — gentle "moving meditation" — taught alongside the tai chi form
- Website & schedule oregontaichi.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 503-929-9987
The classes they run
“Master Chen is authentic and an amazing teacher - so dedicated and caring to his students of all levels.”
“Having never done Tai Chi or QiGong before, I was hesitant, but after one class of each I was hooked.”
“Master Chen is authentic and an amazing teacher - so dedicated and caring to his students of all levels.”
What students say
“Master Chen is patient and gives you a lot of autonomy in your practice while also still providing excellent feedback in how to improve.”
“Master Chen is authentic and an amazing teacher - so dedicated and caring to his students of all levels.”
“Master Chen is authentic and an amazing teacher - so dedicated and caring to his students of all levels.”
“Ive dealt with lots of challenging health issues and Ive felt welcome to modify movements as needed which has made it possible for me to practice for years.”
“Master Chen is authentic and an amazing teacher - so dedicated and caring to his students of all levels.”
“Having never done Tai Chi or QiGong before, I was hesitant, but after one class of each I was hooked.”
From the reviews
Note: the one star review is for the wrong organization. We don’t have a Franklin at this studio. I know of no one here that would give anything less than five stars. I can’t say enough good things about Master Chen and this community. I’ve been practicing tai chi here for two years and hope I will be for much longer.
My son has trained here since the day they opened. Master Chen is authentic and an amazing teacher - so dedicated and caring to his students of all levels. This is rare in martial arts classes! They truly believe in fostering a cultural community, not just teaching classes.
What a wonderful and welcoming place this is. Having never done Tai Chi or QiGong before, I was hesitant, but after one class of each I was hooked. This is mind-body medicine at its finest, and I am very grateful to have the opportunity to learn this work from a true Master. 🙏🏻
Master Chen is an amazing teacher. The community is great. It has had an extremely positive effect on my life.
New to tai chi? Start at Oregon Tai Chi Wushu
Oregon Tai Chi Wushu 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 Oregon Tai Chi Wushu
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.