In over a decade of martial and longevity arts practice, I have trained with many many teachers, and never one more knowledgable, graceful, or of a more genuine lineage than Master Michael Paler.
– Gabriel Shaw
CLASS PACKAGES & Prices
Tai Chi Class Schedule
| TIME | LEVEL | CLASS DESCRIPTION |
| 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Intermediate to Advanced | Partner Tai Chi Training with Instructor Howard Drossman |
| TIME | LEVEL | CLASS DESCRIPTION |
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9:30 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. |
Beginner to Advanced | Tai Chi 108 Form and Warmup (BEGINNERS START HERE) |
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10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
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Intermediate to Advanced | Yang Family Tai Chi – Old Six Roads |
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11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
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Beginner to Advanced | Tai Chi Staff |
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12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
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Intermediate to Advanced | Tai Chi Sword |
| TIME | LEVEL | CLASS DESCRIPTION |
| 9:30 – 10:40 AM | Beginner to Advanced | Tai Chi 108 Form and Warmup (BEGINNERS START HERE) |
| 10:45 – 11:45 AM | Intermediate Through Advanced | Tai Chi 22 Form (Old 6 Roads) |
| 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | Advanced | Tai Chi Fast Form and Tai Chi Power Training |
| TIME | LEVEL | CLASS DESCRIPTION |
| 9:30 – 10:40 AM | Beginner to Advanced | Tai Chi 108 Form and Warmup (BEGINNERS START HERE) |
| 10:45 – 11:45 AM | Intermediate to Advanced | Tai Chi 22 Form (Old 6 Roads) |
| 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | Beginner to Advanced | Tai Chi Saber |
| TIME | LEVEL | CLASS DESCRIPTION |
| 9:30 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. | Beginner to Advanced | Tai Chi 108 Form and Warmup (BEGINNERS START HERE) |
| 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. | Intermediate to Advanced | Tai Chi 22 Form (Old 6 Roads) |
| 1:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | Beginner to Advanced | Tai Chi 2 Person Exercises |
| 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. | Intermediate to Advanced | Tai Chi 2 Person Form |
There are no classes on Sundays and Tuesdays.
We also offer private lessons:
Class Descriptions
- Yang Family Tai Chi “108 Form” and Warm Up: This class is perfect for both beginners and those with some Tai Chi experience. The Tai Chi Warmup and 108 Formwork develop an open, relaxed body. Regularly practicing the Tai Chi warmup and 108 Form can give you the majority of the physical and mental benefits of Tai Chi.
- Yang Family Tai Chi 22 Form “Old 6 Roads” is the original Yang Family Tai Chi Form. This class strongly emphasizes mental relaxation and focus.
- Yang Family Tai Chi Staff – Yang Family Tai Chi Staff, Solo, and Partner Drills.
- Yang Family Tai Chi Sword – This is the classical Yang family Tai Chi Straight Sword Form.
- Yang Family Tai Chi Saber – Traditional Yang Family Tai Chi Saber Form and Partner Drills.
- Yang Family Tai Chi Fast Form is a vigorous and difficult method of training the Yang Family techniques usually reserved for more advanced students. It is also known as the Tai Chi fighting form. The student must know the 108 Form before taking this class.
- Tai Chi 2-Person Exercises – Simple partner exercises (Tui Shou) to assist one in applying the energies of the form to another person and using a partner to develop a deeper understanding of your solo form.
- Tai Chi 2-Person Form—This is a traditional 2-Person Form (San Shou) using movements from the 108 Form. It develops comfort and relaxation with a partner as you practice movements from the 108 Form as a 2-person partner exercise.
- Tai Chi Partner Training with Instructor Howard Drossman– Tai Chi Partner exercises (Push Hands), Tai Chi fighting applications from the 108 Form, Tai Chi Ball and applications, Tai Chi Sword, Tai Chi Staff.
Levels
- Beginner – has little to no Tai Chi experience with Yang Family Tai Chi
- Intermediate – has some Tai Chi experience and ability, which is needed to understand the intermediate Tai Chi concept and movements
- Advanced – having much experience and skill in the beginner and intermediate Tai Chi classes allows for a deep understanding of the advanced concepts, movements, and energies.
What we teach – Yang Family Tai Chi
Beginner / Entry Level Classes
Yang Family Tai Chi Principles & Exercises, Followed by 108 Form Follow-Along
Intermediate / Advanced Classes
Yang Family Old Six Roads Form & Follow-Along Class
All levels - Open Floor Practice
The purpose of this class is to continue to practice Yang Family Tai Chi techniques solo or with a partner. This class is for students only.