Begin your tai chi journey with us!
Anyone can enjoy this moving meditation for better health and wellness...
Begin your tai chi journey with us!
Anyone can enjoy this moving meditation for better health and wellness...
Local Classes
Tai Chi is a gentle exercise that combines breathing, slow movements and mental focus. It improves balance, muscle strength, coordination, and overall well-being.
All classes are based on Dr. Paul Lam's Tai Chi for Health Institute programs that can be modified for all levels, included seated.
Heather Chalon, MPH: Tai Chi, Qigong, Tao Healing Arts - Tucson based Master Trainer, Tai Chi for Health Institute
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Upcoming Instructor Certification Workshops with Heather:
Catalina Foothills Classes with Ed Farrelly & Larry Evers
St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N Campbell Ave, Tucson AZ
Tuesdays: No Classes on 12/23, 12/30 -- Classes Resume January 2026
- Introduction to Tai Chi
9am to 9:30am, Fee: $10 drop-in, $30 monthly (4 classes)
- Tai Chi for Health & Fall Prevention (TCAFP) Part 1 & Part 2
9:30am to 10:20am, Fee: $12 drop-in, $40 monthly (4 classes)
- Intermediate Tai Chi; Sun Style 73 Forms & Qigong
Assumes prior tai chi experience with Sun, Yang, Wu, or Chen (2 years)
10:25am to 11:15am, Fee: $12 drop-in, $40 monthly (4 classes)
*** Special Two Class Fee for St. Philip's Classes ***
- $15 drop-in (2 classes, same day)
- $50 monthly (2 classes, same day -TCAFP & Intermediate Tai Chi)
Oro Valley Classes with Ed Farrelly
Church of the Apostles, 12111 N La Cholla Blvd, Oro Valley AZ
Wednesdays: No Class 12/24, 12/31, Classes Resume January 2026
- Introduction to Tai Chi
1pm to 1:50pm, Fee: $10 drop-in, $25 monthly (4 classes)
Thursdays: No Class on 12/25, Classes Resume January 2026
- Tai Chi for Health & Fall Prevention, Part 1 (TCAFP)
9am to 9:50am, Fee: $10 drop-in, $25 monthly (4 classes)
- Tai Chi for Health & Fall Prevention, Part 2 (TCAFP)
10am to 10:50am, Fee: $10 drop-in, $25 monthly (4 classes)
*** Special Two Class Fee for Oro Valley Classes if attending
both Part 1 and Part 2 classes on Thursdays ***
- $15 drop-in (two classes, same day)
- $35 monthly (can also attend Wednesday's class for free)
Check out the Tai Chi for Health Marana website!
Tucson Classes with Robert Armstrong
Southern Arizona Dance Center, 4801 E 29th St, Tucson AZ
Sundays:
- Hybrid Class - Tai Chi for Health/Fall Prevention (TCAFP) Part 2,
Sun Style 73, and Yang Style Tai Chi (assumes familiarity with
TCAFP Part 1)
3pm to 4pm, Fee: $10 drop-in
St Paul's United Methodist Church, 8051 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson AZ
Tuesdays:
- Tai Chi for Health/Fall Prevention (TCAFP) - Beginners
5:15pm to 6pm, Fee: $5 drop-in
- Hybrid Class - Tai Chi for Health/Fall Prevention Part 2, Sun Style 73,
Yang Style Tai Chi (assumes familiarity with TCAFP Part 1 & 2)
6pm to 7pm, Fee: $10 drop-in
Please email Robert to register for classes prior to attending.
Instructors
Ed Farrelly
Robert Armstrong
Ed Farrelly
Board-Certified Instructor
"Play the Lute"
Larry Evers
Robert Armstrong
Ed Farrelly
Board-Certified Instructor
Moving into "Single Whip"
Robert Armstrong
Robert Armstrong
Robert Armstrong
Board-Certified Instructor
"Open/Close Hands"
Judy Safarewitz
Robert Armstrong
Robert Armstrong
Senior Trainer
"Parry"
Mike Safarewitz
This could be you...
Mike Safarewitz
Board-Certified Instructor
"Push the Mountain"
Jeanmarie Nutt
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Mike Safarewitz
Board-Certified Instructor
"3-in-1 Stance"
Sally Adams
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This could be you...
Board-Certified Instructor
"Wave Hands"
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This could be you...
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Contact Master Trainer
Heather Chalon, MPH if you
are interested in learning how to become a Board-Certified Instructor.
