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Suncoast Martial Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in St. Petersburg, Florida

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

  • Great for seniors welcoming to older adults, with slow, low-impact movement for balance, mobility and fall prevention
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  • Website & schedule suncoastmartialarts.com — see the live class schedule and book
  • Phone +1 727-327-9800

Hours

Monday 3:30–9 pm
Tuesday 3:30–9 pm
Wednesday 3:30–9 pm
Thursday 3:30–9 pm
Friday 3:30–8:30 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Suncoast Martial Arts, drawn from students' own reviews and the studio's info — not guessed from the sign out front.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 43 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧓 great for seniors & mobility 2 mentions

“For those who know a lot and those that know nothing and no matter your age children to seniors this is a place for everyone!”

🏮 authentic, traditional style 2 mentions

“If you are seeking traditional, or non-traditional / Tactical Jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts this is the place.”

⚖️ improved balance & health 4 mentions

“I love have the lessons are flexible and concentrates not only on strengths, but helps build confidence to achieve seemingly difficult goal with positive reinforcement.”

🤝 strong, friendly community 5 mentions

“What they have created here is much more than teaching our children martial arts, it’s created a place for our community to come together and grow in the best way possible 💛”

From the reviews

Great place to learn and study material arts. Wonderful, knowledgeable, smart, compassionate staff. No matter your level this place is great. For those who know a lot and those that know nothing and no matter your age children to seniors this is a place for everyone! A great peaceful learning environment.

★★★★★ — Jena, Dec 2019

Shihan Eric at Suncoast Martial Arts, hands down wealth of knowledge wonderful energy, and very well centered. If you are seeking traditional, or non-traditional / Tactical Jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts this is the place. Ranges from kids to adults. Very disciplined physically, spiritually, and mentally.

★★★★★ — Dorian, Jul 2024

I teach kickboxing classes in St. Petersburg and Suncoast Martial Arts has been a paramount structure in my training, dedication, and endurance. I love the energy, structure, and dedication here.The Tai Chi classes on the Saturday are a great way to end a busy week. Thank you for everything you do, Suncoast!

★★★★★ — Ma, Sep 2014

Suncoast Martial Arts is simply a great place. While a humble abode, this place has love, learning, and culture in spades. Shihan Eric is incredible with the kids and is a very patient and effective teacher. Everyone else who works here is also super friendly.

★★★★★ — Alex, Feb 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 43 reviews →

Your first tai chi class at Suncoast Martial Arts

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 Suncoast Martial Arts

2050 62nd Ave N 2nd Floor, St. Petersburg, FL33702

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