Two Senior Tai Chi Programs

Boost Memory
Improve Cognitive Skills
Improves leg strength
Improves balance
Achieve Mindfulness
Reduce Stress

Two Unique Tai Chi Programs For Seniors

1. Learning Tai Chi

Complete Internal Tai Chi Curriculum

These classes are 45-50 minutes long. This is a path that will offer you personal growth and interest for as long as you attend. It covers multiple Tai Chi forms and will motivate you to learn more and more about this ancient practice. In this program you will LEARN Tai Chi and be able to practice it daily on your, not just when following along with a teacher. Many seniors in this program stay for years, reach advanced levels and even help with instruction.

Looking for more personal challenge and growth?This one if for you!

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2. Doing Tai Chi

Our Balance and Breath Program

This class is 30 minutes long. You will follow along through the gentle movements of Tai Chi and enhance your health and energy with Chi Kung (breathing) exercises. The focus in the class is experiencing the exercises during the class time and not having you memorize the movements and complete sequence. The focus is to “Do” and not “Learn” Tai Chi.

Nervous about being able to learn Tai Chi, or maybe have tried learning from youtube videos or DVD’s and been frustrated. This one is for you! As you become more confident and want to increase your skill and knowledge you can always switch to the other program.

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Pain has eased and balance has improved

“At 75, after two near falls and reflecting on past injuries—a broken hip, a severe motorcycle accident, and a pacemaker—I knew I needed to act. I found Austin Kung Fu & Tai Chi and began classes in April 2025. Five months in, attending twice a week, I have no regrets. Master Joe, Master Sheryl, and the advanced students have been incredibly supportive. The pain in my left shoulder has eased, and my balance has significantly improved. I now move with more deliberation and control, something I am truly grateful for.”

Bill G. 8/2025

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They put their heart and soul into teaching

Having found Master Joe and Master Sheryl, owners of the Austin Kung Fu and Tai Chi School, I’ve experienced how they literally put their heart and soul into teaching and making their school a welcoming environment for persons of all ages. If nothing else, the comradery, commitment, and longevity of their students says more about who Master Joe and Sheryl are than any review could.

Rod M.

Supportive and caring

The school is a community where we are motivated mentally and physically and can grow and learn together. Master Joe and Master Sheryl provide a supportive and caring environment where students can thrive and be their best selves. The tai chi program provides endless learning opportunities that continue for a lifetime.

Lesa W.

I always feel better after class

I have found a truly wonderful and supportive community of people. I’ve made new friends that are also teachers and training partners. It’s good exercise (you will sweat doing some of the forms) and I always feel better at the end of class than I did at the beginning. Joining the Austin Shaolin-Do family is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made for myself. I hope that you’ll feel the same after you join.

Paul K.

Seniors Can Benefit The Most From Tai Chi

Tai Chi Is shown to be healthier for Seniors than walking

Fall prevention in older adults: Supported by 14 systematic reviews showing consistent reduction in fall risk.

Osteoarthritis: Especially knee osteoarthritis—improvements seen in pain, stiffness, and function.

Parkinson’s disease: Enhanced balance and mobility when combined with medication.

COPD rehabilitation: Improvements in walking distance, breathlessness, and lung function.

Cognitive function: Notable gains in attention and mental processing speed among older adults.

Also Benefits for depression, cardiac rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation, and

dementia-related cognitive decline.

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Multiple Class Options
Daytime Class Options
No Contracts
Senior (60+) get 30% off our regular prices
Free trial session

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As A Beginner You’ll Learn

Learn the basic postures, body alignment, stepping, Chi Kung breathing techniques and above all relax and enjoy Tai Chi.

A Place To Grow, Make New Friends and Reach For New Personal Goals

Our students find a new passion that is engaging and leads to a longer healthy life.

Tai Chi

Makes life Better

Master Joe & Master Sheryl have taught Tai Chi for almost 35 years. In addition, they taught university level physiology courses. The combination of their passion to teach and their experience makes them truly master-level teachers.

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