Yin Yang Tai Chi Academy is a wonderful school to learn Qigong and Taichi. Master Guang is a…read morefriendly, patient and skilled teacher who will help you learn these life changing energy exercises and movements which will transform your life and improve your health. You do not have to be a super athlete to learn and master these exercises and improve your life. Students of all adult ages participate in the various and diverse types of classes offered at the school. Introductory classes are offered throughout the year. I have been practicing and learning with my fellow students at this school for almost 10 years. It is a wonderful and happy place. Please come join us and try Qigong and Taichi; it will improve your level of happiness and health. Your body will thank you! Martin S. West Hartford, CT

Master Guang and all instructors are friendly, patient and work well with students of varying…read moreability and experience. I have studied with Master Guang for roughly six years and consider it a life long commitment. I have rheumatoid arthritis and was taking three medications when I began my studies. Currently I am on no prescription medication and my symptoms are managed with an over the counter drug, Taichi, Quigong and meditation. I highly recommend Yin Yang Tai Chi Academy and Master Guang if you are interested in seriously taking care of yourself, both physically and mentally.

great appointment. excellent care - traditional chinese medicine is amazingly helpfulread more

Dr Wu and his team work miracles that western medicine medicates! Just walking into Wu healing…read morecenter brings peace to let the healing begin. Also being there, I learn so much from all who attend and teach about healthier living and remedies.

I carry my yoga mat with me as we travel around the country and can often be seen doing yoga in our…read morecampsite. It is a real treat to drop into a local class as I did this morning. Vinyassa with Tessa was slow paced enough so that even a beginner could follow along yet I left knowing I had a great workout/stretch. The studio is clean and spacious and all the props you may need are readily available. Signing up online for a drop in class was very easy and reasonably priced.

I dropped into the Niantic Yoga Studio for the first time this morning as a birthday treat. They…read moredon't seem to have parking so you have to park on the street (1 hour parking, was a bit worried I may get towed as the class is an hour long and I was there a bit early) which was easy enough on a Monday morning at 8:45am before the 9am class started, but I imagine it's tougher to find parking space later in the day and on weekends. The energy in the studio was fantastic. It's one large room with lovely wood floors that they've separated into a front desk and lounge area and the practice space in the back. Personal belongings can be stored up front in a cubby sort of setup while class is in progress. I assume they lock the door during class, and like that the area where our things are kept are in view from the space we flow in. The practice space was kept at a low level of light, which I enjoy. It was not a hot yoga class, I don't believe those are offered at this studio. Another yogi asked for the AC to be turned up before practice started which the studio obliged; they seem very accommodating. There's a big shelf full of blocks, bolsters, and whatever other sort of props you could hope to have available. The practice area is spacious and folks are respectful and give each other plenty of space even in a busy class like the one I joined. The class was taught by a yogi named Julia, it was a vinyasa practice which I quite enjoyed. She was kind enough to ask before practice began if anyone had any special requests. There weren't any, so she lead us through a well-balanced practice (I would've loved more back bending/heart openers, but I know that's not everyone's thing). I'm more advanced in my practice and she offered loads of modifications that suited my preferences. Her voice was soothing and I liked the, "I am present. I am complete," affirmation that she paired along with the in breaths and out breaths. A cute, chill little studio in a nice spot. It seems like they have a nice variety of class offerings based on their online schedule. I'll definitely be going back!

When I was 18, I read Stephen Mitchell's translation of the Tao Te Ching. It blew my mind,…read moreresonating with thoughts I had only dimly been aware of having. I really wanted to follow the Tao, but the book was maddeningly silent on how, practically, you do that. So over the years I would vacillate between thinking the Tao was self-evident and thinking the Tao must be for someone else's planet. But at Toward Harmony, they (my teacher is Dan Winter) teach you how to begin to practice the Tao, directly and smartly. There is no cultural dross you have to sort through, no ceremonial surplusage to endure and no reverence for or attachment to any particular concepts. I study qigong with Dan, which is a physical exercise that doubles as a meditation; so it is a perfect antidote to my stressful, sedentary career. It is more mindful than Hatha yoga and more physical than Buddhist meditation (as I've experienced them taught in New England). Just right.

From the owner: We are no longer offering introductory classes. We still offer classes for our long-time students…read more To join these classes one must have sufficient background in the specific lineage of tai chi and qigong that we teach. We specialize in teaching tai chi and qigong for health, healing, and meditation. Our teachers are professionals committed to offering patient, high-quality instruction. The practices we teach are drawn from a 2000-year-old lineage of the Taoist Water Tradition. Exploration of these arts can help you learn how to relax, let go, and flow--like water--with life, nature, and change.

Great classes 5 days per week. Really welcoming group for all levels Beginner to advanced…read morestudents welcomed.

Been with the school for about 6 years!? Lost count but good times do fly by. Can say for sure…read moreI've been with Sifu Shirley through COVID, the location moves, the re-structures, and still now. The only thing that remained consistent is and always improving is Sifu Shirley. This is the Tai Chi martial arts school that I love and plan continue and wok to master through my old age. Love the art and the people. Come to learn and improve yourself in both alignment and fitness.

Pleasant and friendly group, very good teacher and instruction. Nice space for practice.read more

I have been studying Tai-Chi-Chuan here for approximately 4 years and started here on the…read morerecommendation of my doctor. My teacher, Bob Klein, is incredibly knowledgeable, but humble, patient and kind. He doesn't just teach what the movements of the form look like, he teaches all the inner mechanics which are what make it so beneficial to one's health and the way one feels. It also is what makes it so much fun and interesting. I always say I don't know which it helps more, my body or my brain! He teaches Qigong along with the Tai Chi, in preparation for the movements. He not only teaches you the health benefits of Tai Chi but the martial art aspects of it as well. There are classes for self defence and push hands as well. I noticed after studying with Bob for a while that I was able to apply the movements that I learned in class to the ways I moved in daily life (which has put a lot less strain on my joints) and the philosophies we learned in class that are part of Tai Chi Chuan have helped to reduce stress and to put things in better perspective. When I leave class, my mind is cleared, breathing is slower and if I came in stressed, I leave calm. I feel gratitude for each class. What is so nice about these classes is that one is never made to feel silly or embarrassed no matter how uncoordinated you feel (and believe me, I was very uncoordinated when I first started). He just wants you to learn it so you can get the same benefits and joy that he does from it and he will work with you in whatever way you need to achieve that. Bob encourages questions and never treats any question as silly. He is always happy to patiently go over whatever you need him to. I always come out of class learning something new. If I were to say I really loved going to class or that it has helped me enormously, it would be an understatement. It has literally changed my life. I had a serious accident approximately 3 1/2 years ago seriously injuring my back, ribs and elbow which required surgery. I felt like I could never be the same active person that I had always been. This was just a few months after I had started studying with Bob. I was not able to return to class for 6 months, but fortunately I had his DVD's to work with. As soon as I got out of the hospital I practiced my qigong and form using his DVD's . I was told I would need back surgery (but didn't have it) and that I could never open my arm fully again. I returned to class as soon as I was able to and could drive. I take several classes a week with Bob and practice at home. With class and practice, I cannot believe how good my back feels and I shocked my surgeon by being able to fully open my arm. I can be myself again. In the process I have also come a long way in my understanding of Tai chi. I think this school is unique in the amount of attention each person receives in class, the depth of Bob's knowledge, and the amount of attention to details he provides. It makes all the difference in the way one does the form. Most importantly, Bob and his wife, Jean, who is also certified to teach, and quite often gives us the benefit of her presence in the class as well, create a wonderful environment to learn in, one in which no one ever feels judged. Thank you Bob!

From the owner: We teach Tai-chi, including Yang and Chen forms, animal and weapons forms, chi-gung, push hands,…read morehealing and self defense (Tai-chi-Chuan). We also have over 70 instructional dvds as well as books on Tai-chi.

Fred has been my teacher for over a decade. You will not find a more knowledgeable or experienced…read moreteacher in the area. He is also a kind teacher who truly cares for his students. Tai chi is something that takes quite some time to master- Heart Mind Tai Chi can guide you on this long journey.

This is a great gym with solid equipment and a good vibe -- perfect spot to get a good lift.read more

I would think twice about getting a membership at anytime fitness. not only are they a lot more…read moreexpensive then other gyms, in the contract you sign, there is a section that states if you want to cancel, it is your 30 day cancel request. which means you still have access to the gym for 30 more days and we are going to charge you 2 more payments. crooks! Who does that?! If I'm canceling my membership, it could be for many different reasons. What if I can no longer afford the membership? You're doing to still charge me an additional month?! I would never refer this gym to anyone! Also, I went there some months back with my son who is 13. The guy working there at the time said it was illegal for minors to be in the gym under 16. Which I know is a lie. I went back later to cancel my membership and the lady was trying to talk to me about memberships for minors, she said he is able to come but he would need a membership, which costs the same as my membership. I am not paying over $40 for a membership for my minor son. this place is ridiculous!! Do not bother!