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World Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Phoenix, Arizona
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.
Storied, local studio with martial arts classes for kids & adults, plus lounge seating & a pro shop.
Plan your first class
- 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 worldwushuaz.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (602) 253-9134
Hours
| Monday | 4–6:30 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4–6:30 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 3–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
From the reviews
A proud Beijing Wushu (Chinese Martial Arts) temple hidden behind a non assuming run down plaza in a forgotten corner of 16th Street Phoenix, this School is a gem of cultural immersion. If admitted, students are provided with training and technique directly from the academy of wushu in Beijing.
Every time I step through the door, I leave with more than I walked in with. Talking with Sifu Li is one the most enlightening experiences one can have with another human being. Namaste
This place is awesome, the people here are super friendly, I have yet to meet the Sifu after 2 weeks. But the other instructors are great and explain everything very well. Don't let the looks of the place on the our side turn you way. Also, its located behind the street facing stores.
This place is awesome and homey. The staff is super friendly. The prices are the best in Phoenix.
Your first tai chi class at World 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.
