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Yoga and Tai Chi
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Falls Church, Virginia
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 carolsakai.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone (703) 356-2423
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–9:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Her approach is wonderfully holistic--she builds up your awareness of form, posture, balance, breathing, flexibility, and flow to involve the whole mind and body in the experience.”
“In my first private session, I knew I found the teacher I really needed (not the one I thought I needed).”
“So whether it is Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation, or any other tricks she has up her sleeve, I'll take it!”
“I was a total beginner, but I know she has many students that have been practicing yoga for a long time.”
What students say
“In addition to thinking she is a talented instructor, I believe she is a wonderful human being and am honored to know and work with her.”
“Her space is warm and tranquil, and she encourages you not to self-censor while you're learning; to always look upon each session as practice.”
“Her approach is wonderfully holistic--she builds up your awareness of form, posture, balance, breathing, flexibility, and flow to involve the whole mind and body in the experience.”
“Her approach is wonderfully holistic--she builds up your awareness of form, posture, balance, breathing, flexibility, and flow to involve the whole mind and body in the experience.”
“Her space is warm and tranquil, and she encourages you not to self-censor while you're learning; to always look upon each session as practice.”
From the reviews
After undergoing neck surgery for a pinched nerve over a decade ago, I have used Carol's class for several years now and been very successful at becoming more flexible which was my real goal. I look and feel great and my neck problems are a distant memory.
As a 72 year old ex-yogi with 2 hips replacements, I figured my yoga days were over. I am very pleased with Carol Sakai’s yoga class which is small, in her house that I have gone to for years.
I've had the privilege of taking yoga lessons with Carol Sakai for several months, and it’s truly been a transformative experience. Carol is very knowledgeable and very intuitive. She creates a very nurturing space and is very attentive about being sure you are doing things right. Every session feels tailor-made.
At Yoga and Tai Chi the class is small and each student receives individual attention. Carol is an experienced and patient teacher who is keenly observant. She takes a comprehensive approach and modifies to meet each student where they are comfortable.
New to tai chi? Start at Yoga and Tai Chi
Yoga and Tai Chi 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 Yoga and Tai Chi
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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