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The Welch Martial Art Experience
4.9 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Atlanta, Georgia
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thewelchexperience.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (678) 337-8332
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“If you are a beginner or advanced he works with you and pays special attention to your learning process and helps you learn the martial art the best way.”
“And even outside of the martial arts benefit of his classes, the drills are great for coordination, ambidexterity, and reaction time.”
What students say
“The passion and expertise of the excellent instructors have created a safe, engaging space for exploration and growth.”
“If you are a beginner or advanced he works with you and pays special attention to your learning process and helps you learn the martial art the best way.”
“The energy of this studio and the students here positive, uplifting and everyone is ALWAYS trying to help others become better.”
“Highly recommend to anyone looking to build skills, discipline, and confidence in a supportive environment!”
“I have been doing martial arts for over 10 years and Sifu Sule is one of the most patient and thorough teachers I have ever had.”
From the reviews
Sifu Welch is an amazing instructor. As a student of Dan Inosanto, one of Bruce Lee's top students, he knows his stuff. But more than that, he is patient and is great with helping students learn. He uses great analogies and life examples to demonstrate the movements. I highly recommend him.
My specific focus with The Welch Martial Arts Experience is in the Wing Chun and Kali classes. As an instructor myself, I can say the training is first class. Sifu Welch knows how to teach a balanced class, keeping both beginner and advanced students moving and motivated.
The Welch Experience is top-notch. Sifu Welch brings not only deep martial arts knowledge rooted in his training but also a teaching style that’s approachable, thoughtful, and incredibly effective. He makes complex techniques easy to understand by using real-life examples and relatable analogies.
I did a self defense workshop at Emory University with Suele Welch and my EMBA class. It was very informative and exciting! If you are thinking about learning self defense or just getting into better shape, I highly recommend The Welch Experience!
New to tai chi? Start at The Welch Martial Art Experience
The Welch Martial Art Experience 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 The Welch Martial Art Experience
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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