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Phoenix Wushu Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 112 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Gilbert, Arizona

Tai chi studio Certified Beginners welcome Private lessons Online classes

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
  • Private lessons one-on-one lessons available — a focused way to learn the form at your own pace; ask about availability and rates
  • Online & Zoom classes live online or Zoom classes you can follow along with from home
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule phoenixwushu.com — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone (480) 822-9339

Hours

Monday 3:30–8:45 PM
Tuesday 3:30–8:45 PM
Wednesday 3:30–8:45 PM
Thursday 3–8:45 PM
Friday 3:30–8:45 PM
Saturday 2–8:45 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 Phoenix Wushu Academy, drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced, they meet you right where you are and help you grow with each class.”

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👤 Private Lessons 3 mentions

“I joined in June, and after attending three group classes each week and taking four private lessons, I can confidently say this is where I’ll continue my Tai Chi journey.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 112 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 patient, skilled instructor 5 mentions

“Master Ho is very knowledgeable, and provides lots of great feedback towards perfecting the forms (taolu) we learn.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced, they meet you right where you are and help you grow with each class.”

⚖️ improved balance & health 2 mentions

“Both the group and private lessons are exceptional, offering a perfect balance of challenge and encouragement.”

🤝 strong, friendly community 22 mentions

“Master Ho and coach Jane are very kind, supportive and caring, they make sure students learn all the marshal arts moves and techniques.”

From the reviews

I've been training here for almost a year, taking their Tai Chi and Wushu classes. Master Ho is very knowledgeable, and provides lots of great feedback towards perfecting the forms (taolu) we learn. They also teach Sanda (focusing on sparring for points and self defense), and others (see their class schedule online).

★★★★★ — Zackary, Jun 2025

My kids have been practicing with them for 4 years. Great school! Top of the tier in America! Master Ho is patient and the best shifu! Jane is motivating! It is the best place to learn the roots of Chinese culture.

★★★★★ — Anna, Sep 2022

If you're searching for Tai Chi classes, your journey ends at Wushu Academy! I joined in June, and after attending three group classes each week and taking four private lessons, I can confidently say this is where I’ll continue my Tai Chi journey.

★★★★★ — Am, Jul 2025

I have been studying at Phoenix Wushu Academy for half a year and I love it. It has been the best months ever. I have made many friends and I love it here. Everyone is nice and the instructors know how to work with every student. The place is like a second home to me and it is always fun to be there.

★★★★★ — Kyla, Jan 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 112 reviews →

New to tai chi? Start at Phoenix Wushu Academy

Phoenix Wushu Academy 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 Phoenix Wushu 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 Phoenix Wushu Academy

700 N Cooper Rd, Gilbert, AZ85233

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