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River of Life Martial Arts & Wellness Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule riveroflifecenter.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (215) 542-0102
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–3 PM |
The classes they run
“I have participated at River of life for 2 years - I am a 74 year old woman and have improved my strength, balance and flexibility.”
What students say
“The Senseis are wonderful instructors - in all senses - spiritually and physically.”
“I have participated at River of life for 2 years - I am a 74 year old woman and have improved my strength, balance and flexibility.”
“He has done a bunch of martial arts and currently teaches practical Jujutsu and traditional Japanese swordsmanship.”
“I have participated at River of life for 2 years - I am a 74 year old woman and have improved my strength, balance and flexibility.”
From the reviews
This dojo provides old world training that most other dojos water down. Senseis provide 50+ years experience and real attention to detail. They provide real world training in open hand combat, weapons and open hand against weapons training. If you want exposure to a real expert this is your place.
I've had the pleasure of knowing and training with Rick Robinson Sensei for a number of years. He is a fantastic instructor with a wealth of experience and he invests heavily in his students. Another huge plus is the well-rounded program of many disciplines taught by top instructors.
River of Life is a phenomenal center, for both children and adults. Just an absolute amazing dojo. The Senseis are wonderful instructors - in all senses - spiritually and physically. The best martial arts school I have been to.
Best Place to learn Iaido... Very traditional and you can even get to meet the Grand Master when he comes to class! This place puts out top students! Everyone should join!
Your first tai chi class at River of Life Martial Arts & Wellness Center
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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