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Tai Chi Schedule
Winter 2026

Use the links below to sign and pay for class online.
To pay by cash or check send email to mark@the-taichi-center.com

Classes at Saratoga Health & Wellness
538 Maple Ave (Rt 9), Saratoga Springs, NY
All classes require preregistration.

MONDAY

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5:30pm........NEW! Beginner Tai Chi Level 1.. January 26 - March 2     This class is now full.

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5:30pm........Beginner Tai Chi Level 2.. March 31 - April 20    (7 weeks).$150 cash or check $156 PayPal

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6:45pm........Tai Chi Form Refinement.. March 2 - April 20   $175 cash or check  $184PayPal

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7:45pm........Sword Form Intermediate Level                                                               $25/class
     
March 16 & April 20

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7:45pm...... Hsing-I.                                                                                                $25/class
 
March 30 & April 27  
                                               

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7:45pm......Seasonal Five Element Qi Gong                                                           $25/class               
     
March 9 & April 13


TUESDAY

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5:30pm........Tai Chi Form Refinement with Martial Arts Applications ....February 24 - April 21    $175 cash or check    $184 PayPal

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6:45pm........ Tai Chi Intermediate Level 1 ........February 24 - March 31                                  $125


WEDNESDAY

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10:00am........Tai Chi Form Refinement....... March 4 - April 22   $175 cash or check    $184 PayPal

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11:15am........Tai Chi Beginner Level 3....... March 4 - April 22   $175 cash or check    $184 PayPal

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5:30pm........Tai Chi Intermediate Level 1.......March 4 - April 22   $175 cash or check    $184 PayPal

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6:45pm........Tai Chi Long Form....... March 4 - April 22  $175 cash or check    $184 PayPal

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Class Descriptions

Beginner Level 1 - This is the introduction class to get you started.

Beginner Level 2 - This is a continuation of Beginner Level 1. 3 weeks - $65

Beginner Level 3 - The class is for people who have already taken Level 1. We will continue learning movements 1-20 of the Yang Style Tai Chi Short Form. 8 weeks - $165

Intermediate Tai Chi Level 1 & 2 - For those that have already taken Beginner Level 1, 2 & 3. We will work on movements 21-60 in this class. 8 weeks - $165

Form Refinement - These classes are for people who have learned the entire 60 movement Yang Style Tai Chi Short Form. In these classes we will refine these movements and develop advanced Tai Chi principles. There are two different evening Form Refinement classes that will focus on different aspects of Tai Chi. 8 weeks - $165

Form Refinement with Martial Arts Applications - Will focus more on the self defense and martial art applications. In addition to further developing the Tai Chi principles in the form we will work on the blocks, strikes and joint locks in the form. We will also work on stances and Push Hands. 10 weeks - $210

Introduction to Hsing-I - Along with Tai Chi and Ba Gua, Hsing-I is one of the three main internal martial arts of China. However Hsing-I is done at full speed and power and it is sometimes referred to as an excellent bridge between internal and external martial arts. In this class you will learn the basic San Ti posture then progress at your own pace through the five element and 12 animal postures and forms. 3 weeks - $65

Seasonal Five Element Qi Gong  - Chinese medicine, with its fascinating health insights has its roots in the practices of meditation and internal energy development exercises called Qi Gong. In this class monthly you will learn the basics of the five element theory and we will practice Qi Gong techniques help to build overall health, well-being and increased chi flow. Emotions, diet, activity all effect the internal wellbeing. The five element Qi Gong practice helps to bring harmony and balance to your daily life.  November 10 & December 8 $25 per class

Sword Form Refinement - This a monthly class for those who have already learned the entire Yang Style Sword Form. $25 per class




Individual Private Tai Chi Lessons
Private lessons can be arranged online or in person to focus on your specific needs. In private lessons we can focus on learning the next move in the form or refining the moves you a currently practicing. Each private lesson is tailored to the individual and will accelerate your Tai Chi form development.
50 minute session $85 
To arrange a private lesson contact me at mark@the-taichi-center.com
or call (518)260-1287


Tai Chi Instructor Training Course  

This class is for students at The Tai Chi Center who would like to become Tai Chi teachers. Teaching is one of the greatest tools for learning. By teaching you will develop a greater understanding of your own Tai Chi practice. In this class you will acquire the skill and training required apply for certification through William C C Chen Tai Chi Chuan in NYC. Applicants must be enrolled in an ongoing class at The Tai Chi Center. To apply for this program contact me at mark@the-taichi-center.com or (518)260-1287