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Villari's Martial Arts of Mansfield CT
5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Mansfield Center, Connecticut
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
- Beginners welcome all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or flexible to start
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule villarismansfield.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 860-456-8020
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We have people of all ages and I myself am starting this journey in my 40s.”
What students say
“My daughter's have been taking karate for 9 years with some of the most amazing instructors.”
“I am grateful for the Villari’s team for community building and being a consistent and positive part of our lives.”
From the reviews
We started attending Villaris Mansfield looking for an outlet for our son to interact with peers and learn to listen in a group/individual setting before attending school in kindergarten for the first time.
I purchased karate lessons for my spouse an myself for Xmas. It has been such a wonderful experience. We love coming to the dojo, the instructors (John, Stephanie and Will) are super! And the weekly messages from master Ken are inspiring and helpful.
I have been a member of Villari's of Mansfield for 16+ years now. I can't say enough about how fantastic and dedicated the staff are. They specialize not just in martial arts but conflict resolution, as well.
Both of my daughters go here for karate. The instructors are amazing! They are patient with the kids. They not only teach karate but also life lessons. If you are looking to start karate for yourself or your little one, look no further!
New to tai chi? Start at Villari's Martial Arts of Mansfield CT
Villari's Martial Arts of Mansfield CT 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 Villari's Martial Arts of Mansfield CT
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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