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Shaolin Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy, Inc.

5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Johnson City, Tennessee

Tai chi studio Tai Chi for Arthritis Certified Seniors welcome

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
  • Great for seniors welcoming to older adults, with slow, low-impact movement for balance, mobility and fall prevention
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule shaolinkungfuandtaichiacademy.com — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone +1 423-282-9099

Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 6–7:30 pm
Thursday 5–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9:30–11:30 am
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 Shaolin Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy, Inc., drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔄 All Levels

“Great interactions and assistance for beginners of all ages.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 17 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 strong, friendly community 6 mentions

“not only is the education great and fun to learn the people there are very nice, friendly, and supportive”

From the reviews

Been travelling 3 hours per trip to Johnson City for 7 years. Once I met Master Garry Mullins, I knew he was the right instructor for me. Immense amounts of knowledge, but also an open friendly family environment. His instruction is worth the trip.

★★★★★ — Tommy, Feb 2020

Easily the best place to start learning Kung Fu. Great interactions and assistance for beginners of all ages.

★★★★★ — Levi, May 2022

Best martial arts training in the area. Very knowledgeable and skilled teachers, in a friendly atmosphere. Great for both adults and children.

★★★★★ — Wendy, Mar 2016

My kids have been going here for a few years now. They are the kindest people and really love teaching children and adults. I am so glad we are a part of this amazing family and would definitely recommend them to anyone interested!

★★★★★ — Kimberly, Aug 2020

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Your first tai chi class at Shaolin Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy, Inc.

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 Shaolin Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy, Inc.

3501 W Market St, Johnson City, TN37604

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