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Tai Chi Chih Classes

Tai Chi Chih is not, strictly speaking, a martial art or a form of tai chi chuan at all — it's a distinct practice of 19 simple, gentle movements and one resting pose, developed by Justin Stone in 1974 to cultivate and circulate chi purely for health and serenity. Because the movements are soft, repetitive, and easy to learn (many can be done seated), it's one of the most accessible mind-body practices there is, popular in senior centers, hospitals, and wellness settings. Accredited teachers are trained specifically in the practice. It suits anyone wanting a very gentle, easy-to-follow, meditative movement practice. The 5 tai chi studios below show evidence of teaching Tai Chi Chih — from the studio's own site or from students' reviews — ranked by rating, with the student mentions shown as proof.

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The style a studio teaches comes from its own website, its Google business categories, and students' reviews. Many studios teach a simplified or blended form; if Tai Chi Chih specifically is the reason you're choosing a studio, confirm it with them before you commit.

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