Find Inner Peace and Keep It for a Lifetime 

​What is Tai Chi?

Tai Chi is a mindfulness exercise and the lowest impact exercise described as"Meditation in Motion" and is recommended by the Arthritis Foundation among others for pain management. Although originated in Chinese martial arts, it consists of a series of gentle and slow movements.

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What are the Benefits?

Tai Chi is known for strengthening your body and improving your balance and flexibility but it also benefits your cognitive and mental health. Focusing on the movement, being aware of your body, and being at the moment, creates a state of meditation and brings you peace. Tai Chi is NOT just for older people, but for EVERYBODY. It helps both adults and children with ADHD focus better. You can find more benefits here.

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​Why Private Lesson?

Have you experienced in a group class where you couldn't keep up with the instruction or you wanted more feedback? I've seen students who got discouraged to continue because of other fast learners in the class. Learning Tai Chi is not about how fast you can learn forms. It's a personal journey to find peace and confidence within yourself. Tai Chi requires learning about the right foundation from the beginning. In a private lesson, you can learn Tai Chi correctly at your own pace with confidence. I customize lessons based on your learning style and offer tools such as videos, written instructions, and helpful tips so that you can practice at home between lessons. 

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What Do I Learn?

We start a lesson with a Qigong exercise. Then you will first learn Yang Style 8 Form. Yang style is the most common and gentle among the five main Tai Chi styles. These forms are the foundation of Tai Chi forms, so we don't cut corners and take time to master them before moving on to another Yang Style Form.​​​​

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What Do I Need for Lessons?

Bring yourself and patience! Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes (no sandals). Water.

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​About Naoko Otani

I have learned Tai Chi under Master Chan with Dr. Lai's Tai Chi Club in Montana and practiced since 2018. I started leading various levels of groups soon after. In the last 3 years, I managed and taught in the Club. I am also a licensed massage therapist.​​​

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