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Scornavacco Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Longmont, Colorado
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
- Free / donation / in the park free, donation-based, or outdoor park classes — a low-cost way to try tai chi; confirm times on their site
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule scornavacco.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 303-485-5425
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–8 pm |
| Thursday | 3–7:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We looked around town at a few different martial arts schools and went to a free class at two.”
What students say
“At this school I have found and broken through barriers both mental and physical while enjoying a friendly and personal atmosphere.”
“We looked around town at a few different martial arts schools and went to a free class at two.”
From the reviews
I first found Scornavacco MAA while we were looking for a place to practice martial arts as a family when our son was four. Unimpressed with the chain schools we had visited, we enrolled him in Karate Kids and took on Cardio Kickboxing for ourselves.
I am deeply grateful to have found and enrolled my son at Scornavacco Martial Arts Academy. Mr. Scornavacco is profoundly patient and affective at guiding kids to learn the practice of martial arts, in helping them build self-confidence, and instilling the value of respect. More than just a studio, Mr.
Four years ago my children started attending this school. I originally wanted to find something for my son (who is on the spectrum) to train and grow stronger. We enrolled his older brother as well. I didn't expect to see such a change in both of them.
My preschooler is in the Little Dragons program at SMAA and they have exceeded my expectations on every level. The instructors are all extremely knowledgeable, communicative with the parents, and the teaching style is a great blend of firm discipline while still being fun and encouraging.
New to tai chi? Start at Scornavacco Martial Arts Academy
Scornavacco Martial Arts 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.
Your first tai chi class at Scornavacco Martial Arts 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.
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