Sensei Phil has spent over four decades studying a variety of martial arts and has chosen…read moretraditional Okinawan Shorin Ryu karate as his core curriculum. Of course aspects from the other styles are infused in the training. Classes are small allowing for much personal instruction. Questions are welcome and always answered thoroughly. There are no tournaments or even any points oriented sparring matches. The focus is on true self defence , good health and individual growth. It is a great place to combine martial arts with helpful life advice and even a little history and philosophy conversation.

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Barbara is a fantastic, patient, dedicated teacher. She teaches with creativity, knowledge and…read morehumor! Welcoming and friendly - she will help you learn Tai Chi and improve your balance, breathing and point of view along the way.

I've been taking lessons with this tai chi organization for over two years, and I recommend it…read morehighly. The classes and exercises have helped me a lot, both physically and mentally. And I have met a great group of people! I credit the teacher, Barbara Tindall, for running this program so competently, and with so much caring for us as individuals.

I've been an older (of the younger students) here for quite a while, getting to know this place…read moresomewhat as a little kid and as, well, not a little kid. It's a great community here, very well known, the type of business to sponsor a local sports team not out of a potential form of advertising, but with a love for the community. When you walk in on your first day, they're very welcoming and open hearted, and also the deeper you dive into the community, the better it gets. I've realistically had one of the more unique experiences at Centerpoint being older then most, but the thing is, no matter who you are, they'll always treat you the same. This also goes for any accommodations. About some of classes (And what happens there): (Ages may vary) Ages 5 and under - Excellent kids: This class teaches kids to be their best self, and helps them be quite healthy and even such a young age Ages 5-16 - Kids karate: This is definitely one of the more popular programs, while at first only teaching the fundamentals of Karate, classes get more difficult and a slow and do-able rate. Teaches kids good morals and keeps them fit. Requirements may vary - Sparring: Teaches students (who have a bit of experience), how to fight in some more realistic scenario. This is done with pads on to insure that people don't get hurt, and is good if you're trying to break a sweat. (For info on other classes, check their website, they probably have much better descriptions then I do) Overall, I've been going here since December 2018, and I'd totally recommend it if you're looking for not just somewhere to workout, but somewhere to learn and enjoy yourself.

I love kickboxing. Throughout my college days, there was nothing like punching, kicking and…read moresweating the stress out of every day life. Since then, I hadn't taken any classes until a friend told me about Centerpoint. In the classes that I have taken in the past, it has always been kickboxing in the air. However, at Centerpoint, they have stationary punching bags to punch and kick, which added a unique, but tough experience. The space is nicely laid out with cubbies to keep your stuff in, and then a padded floor area to do the kickboxing. The instructor made it a point to introduce herself to me, and she was a phenomenal instructor. If you get the chance to take a class with Esther, I would strongly suggest it, as she was supportive, but also kept the class challenging and fun. Throughout class, there was plenty of opportunity for cardio with a warm-up, a punching rotation, a kicking rotation, a section for upper body and abs, and then a cool down. The 45 minute class went by quickly, but boy, did I sweat! At Centerpoint, your first class is free, so it's definitely worth giving it a shot. After that, they have unlimited monthly memberships for $150 a month, or you can by 10 classes for $100. Their drop-in fee is $17. I definitely plan on coming here more to mix up my workout routine!

They have a nice studio space, and the staff was friendly, but I was very disappointed with the…read moreEvidence-Based T'ai Chi course I started taking and then dropped halfway because I was not learning anything significant. (I had previously taken superior but less expensive courses elsewhere.) There were about a dozen people in the class, and the instructor first of all did almost nothing to build a sense of connection among us, so there was a certain awkward tension to the meetings. He also gave us very little background or theory on what we were learning, and yet it was also often difficult to relax while we were practicing because the teacher kept chattering about things that didn't need to be explained. Most of the class time was wasted either practicing very simple exercises that could have been done at home for free, or trying to copy complicated movements which weren't demonstrated clearly. Most of the people in the class did not seem to be picking up the forms confidently at all; this was most apparent when we broke into groups to practice several sessions in, and no one in my group knew the sequence of movements that we were supposed to be doing. When it came time for a refund, my money was very slow to be returned, and even though I only took half the classes (and they stunk), I only got about a third of my money back. Would you believe that the instructor then had the nerve to ask me to take more courses? Full Circle has its fans, but I definitely wasn't pleased and would recommend going elsewhere. I had really been looking forward to expanding my knowledge of t'ai chi, but this turned out to be an insulting waste of money and time. UPDATE 3/28/12: I finally got the last part of my money back, but it took three phone calls and possibly this review to get it.

Robin has been able, in very few sessions, to alleviate a lot of my back pain. I am sold on what…read moreshe does. She is thorough, personable, painless and, above all, knowledgable. She takes her time and is unhurried.

From the owner: Country Well offers to work with you toward health and vitality, peace and bliss. Relax, open and…read morereceive healing through natural and non-invasive, ancient and time-tested therapies. Take part in your own healing: Classes in meditation, tai chi and qigong.

I initially found this place from a suggestion of my acupuncturist to help recover from a separated…read moreshoulder. I have to say I recovered in some pretty record time! A great place to do tai chi, meditation or any martial arts. They have kids martial arts as well as adults and the instructors are very knowledgable and offer an environment that is comfortable and easy to learn in. They offer Tai chi (many styles), qigong, bagua, nagong, dao yin (Chinese yoga), do yee (Korean yoga), kempo, Kung fu, shaolin karate, Ching I, and probably some more that I don't know about. My son does the kids shaolin and loves it! I do the qigong, Thai chi (yang and Chen), bagua, daoyin, doyee and meditation. VERY BENIFICIAL for your internal health and strength! Give it a try, first class or two is usually free to get you started.

It's rare that people find something that they are truly passionate about and rarer still that they…read morehave the ability to effectively share that passion with others. The Taoist Arts Center is a rare example of just such an instance when a passion and teaching of that passion are perfectly united. Sloane Franklin, the master instructor and owner, deftly wields a knowledge of that entertains and draws you in as the student, and leaves you rejuvinated and eager for the next class. His explanations are well-informed and articulately delivered and his deep belly laughs are contagious. As someone, who has never been terribly interested in martial arts training, I can whole heartedly endorse this center for anyone interested in improving their health and physical and emotional well-being.

Had a wonderful series of classes with Kim at our hotel. Could not rate her high enough. She is…read moreknowledgeable, meets you where you are, makes the class approachable and worthwhile for all physical abilities and experience levels. Will definitely seek out The Daily Sweat classes on our next trip to Maine and give higher ranking to hotels that offer classes taught by their instructors. So very glad our paths crossed!

Get ready to sweat! Great diversity of classes, full schedule with options from early morning to…read moreevening. Welcoming front desk staff and knowledgeable instructors. Try the outdoor classes in summer, by the ocean!