Knowledgeable instructors teaching a variety of classes for both beginners and advanced students…read more Atmosphere is caring and supportive.

I am a Qigong/Tai Chi student and have been looking for a local place to practice, I've found that…read morehome here. The teachers are knowledgeable, patient and dedicated to their practice. The Center is located in the Merlino Arts building and the energy of the place contributes to the welcoming atmosphere of the center. I highly recommend it!

Andrea has been a God send for me and I mean that literally. My spine is fused and I have other…read morehealth issues. Her specialized Tai Chi that she will format to your health is so wonderful and she listens and cares and will continue to make changes as things change with your body. She has also been helping me with pain management through visualization & other relaxation techniques for my blood pressure, it is now 124 over 78. Thank you! Namaste Andrea Diana N.

Andrea was a great teacher! I had four virtual lessons with her, and I learned so much. She helped…read moreme with balanced posture and taught me some new forms. She coached me through the most healthful body positions for core, and arms and legs while doing forms. With a focus on smooth flow and breathing, she offered ways to modify forms for my individual needs by being aware of what feels right for my body. Her encouragement made me feel very positive and optimistic about my continued journey forward into learning more tai chi. She's a great person to reach out to if you need some expert guidance in confidently undertaking tai chi.

I recently joined this YMCA and have had a great experience thus far. They have kind and caring…read morestaff, well-maintained facilities, and a wide range of activities for everyone in the family. They have a huge gym, both lap and activity pool (including lazy river and splash pad area, a big hit for kids), and a wide variety of classes, many of which are included in your membership fee. The Gordon Family YMCA is a great asset to the community!

Absolutely appalled at this location Many people pushed out…read moreof RV parks and homes and all they were asked for was showers and they let a handful do this but then told no one could any longer. After working with Gordon Trucking drivers, dispatchers and doing business with them over 30 years, this just appalled me. Good riddens YMCA.

"Many thanks" would be the first thought that comes to mind when thinking about the free,…read moreopen-to-anyone, Tai Chi classes Caylen provided at Alki Beach this summer. Prior to my first class with Caylen, I was interested in starting a meditation practice but having a very hard time with it. Physically sitting still and mentally letting go **aren't exactly** my strong suits. And that's when a friend pointed me toward Caylen's classes and recommended that I might want to try something that incorporated a bit more movement. My initial reaction was "Yeah, okay, it couldn't hurt." That, and I got a good laugh out of the well-worn joke describing Tai Chi as, "Old people sneaking up on trees." A half-dozen classes later, I still laugh at the joke... but I'm now very appreciative of what I've learned from the "Storm Tai Chi" classes. If you're looking for some sort of over-the-top, high energy, highly regimented class... this might not fit the bill. But if you want to learn about Tai Chi (and although this might sound silly, about yourself as well, in both a physiological and mindful sense) I'd encourage anyone to attend one of Caylen's classes. They are informal, but exceedingly informative. The instructional style is low key but amazingly insightful. And the number of times I find myself using (sometimes subtlety, sometimes very overtly) the things from a lesson in everyday circumstances often catches me by surprise. Be it something to do with breathing, or awareness, or being present, or even pushing things away or pulling things towards me (either physically or mentally)... it's ALL GOOD. And yes, I even find that since working with Caylen, some of the more traditional meditation practices are now easier, much easier, to get my mind around. All because of my time spent learning how to "sneak up on trees". Update: Caylen's outdoor Alki classes are over for the year, but will resume in the spring. Other class info can be found on his website.

I went as a new student who has no experience with tai chi. The instructor was patient, helpful,…read moreand took extra time with me. Nice facilities and great quality instruction from a long line of tai chi masters. I'm super impressed and excited to go back :)

If you have any interest in Tai Chi or martial arts you owe it to yourself to sit in on one of his…read moreclasses. As a long time student of martial arts, Yang Jun is the best instructor I've met in over twenty years of experience. He comes from a family with a long history of famous masters. His skill at Tai Chi is deep and his character is welcoming, open and funny. This is not a franchise like some other schools so don't expect a hard sell on classes. The art takes many years to develop but the effort is worth the time. This school is definitely worth your business.

Namaste ... to all the instructors and business owner(s) at Three Trees!…read more I am truly thankful to you all especially during COVID for offering 'zoom' yoga and offering at affordable prices! And, I may be one yogi who actually prefers 'zoom' yoga with its convenience, comfort of your own space and props, ease of use... please please please continue to offer post COVID My yoga practice has grown with the ability to 'zoom' and I look forward to my practice! I appreciate the diversity of classes and instructors available, and have seen my strength grow both mentally and physically! Another treat is trying out classes from recent graduates of their yoga instructor classes when a substitute is needed. A new 2021 feature offered is earning points towards a free class or merch when completing a class! Rewards works for me!

November 2024: This yoga studio is organized, clean and has a calming atmosphere. The instructors…read moreare knowledgeable and friendly. There are a variety of classes throughout the week. They have equipment you can borrow too. They use an app with which you can sign up for classes, buy passes, read instructor bios and reviews, etc. It is convenient. Recommend!

Vadim is an excellent teacher, he demonstrates the movements and provides clear instructions on…read morebreathing, energy flow, and mental focus. I always feel energized and relaxed after class. It's wonderful to be outside and breathing fresh air.

Stumbling across this class is one of the best things that happened to me this year. The…read moreinstructor, Vadim, is the real deal, with several decades of deep experience. This isn't westernized "McDonalds" qigong, this is the genuine practice, the teachings passed down by Chinese masters of the art. As a beginner, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. Vadim made me feel immediately welcome, patiently reviewing foundational practices like Ba Duan Jin. I'm thrilled he emphasizes standing practices (e.g. Zhan zhuang), deceptively powerful exercises often overlooked by lesser teachers. He's great at demonstrating proper form, explaining WHY we're learning particular practices, and patiently correctly mistakes in our form. After my last class (a real workout for body and mind!) we got tea and talked about life. I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity to learn from such an accomplished and generous teacher. Hope to see you in class one day!

Be leery of getting into a contract. There's basically no refund policy even when an instructor is…read moreproblematic. I talked myself into buying a year for the discount. Had reasons to quit after six months and asked for a partial refund, was given a hard no. Once the year was up, I got billed for August because they automatically set you up for month to month and wasn't informed I needed to give a 30 day notice in June. The classes were fine, but the business practice side was very frustrating.

Very cool experience. Learned a few good tactics. People there are amazing. Highly recommend it !!!read more

I have been practicing tai chi with Master Hong for approximately 14 years.She is an outstanding…read moreinstructor of the art. She is very devoted and knowledgeable of the tai chi tradition and she impart that knowledge to all her students. Her credential is above reproach and it shows how tai chi is practice and learn by all her students.

I'm taking my third 10-week semester with Hong Laoshi as my introduction to tai chi. She is…read moremeticulous in her instruction, patient, knowledgeable, and responsive. She teaches both Chen and Yang style with what appears to be an emphasis on Chen. Highly recommend!