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Tai Chi Qigong Classes for Stress Relief, Balance, and Healthy Aging
Beginner-friendly Tai Chi classes — online or in person. Designed for adults 40+, seniors, and younger adults seeking to move with confidence and ease.
Tai Chi Classes and Qigong Classes
In-person Tai Chi classes in Fairfax County are held in Burke, Virginia. Online Tai Chi and Qigong classes are held live online weekly using Zoom. You can also subscribe to Tai Chi and Qigong video classes on-demand Learn Tai Chi anywhere, anytime.
We offer highly rated Tai Chi classes. Our teaching approach is informed by current research on balance, aging, and stress reduction.
Yes, you can learn how to do Tai Chi Walking too!
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What Is Just Breathe Tai Chi?
Just Breathe Tai Chi offers beginner-friendly Tai Chi and Qigong classes focused on balance, stress reduction, mobility, and overall well-being. Classes are research-informed, accessible for adults 40 and over, and available both in person and online through on-demand videos and live instruction.
Our classes focus on balance, strength, and overall well-being using gentle, research-informed Tai Chi and Qigong practices.
Tai Chi For Balance
Tai Chi supports both physical and mental balance through slow, low-impact, flowing movements. This gentle practice helps improve strength, coordination, body awareness, and focus — all key elements that contribute to better balance and stability as we age.
Tai Chi For Strength
Tai Chi builds strength through relaxed, mindful movement that gently conditions the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The practice strengthens major muscle groups while also supporting the smaller stabilizing muscles that play an important role in balance, posture, and everyday movement.
Tai Chi and Qigong for Health
Tai Chi and Qigong are widely recognized for their health benefits and are supported by scientific and medical research. These practices are accessible to beginners and do not require prior experience, flexibility, or fitness. Tai Chi and Qigong support overall health, reduce stress, and improve movement.
Who Our Tai Chi Classes Are For
- Adults 40+ looking for gentle, effective movement
- Beginners who have never tried Tai Chi
- People seeking stress relief and nervous system support
- Those interested in balance, fall prevention, and mobility
- Anyone who prefers low-impact exercise that still builds strength
Does Social Media Have You Wondering…
“How do I Learn Tai Chi Walking?” or “Is Tai Chi Good for Weight Loss?”
At Just Breathe Tai Chi, we teach Tai Chi Walking as a foundational skill in our Tai Chi classes for seniors and adults who want safe, sustainable movement.
Tai Chi is a workout, but there is a lot of misleading information out there, too.
“For a beginner, Tai Chi is a workout. For a practitioner, Tai Chi is a discipline. For a master, Tai Chi is a way of living. And they are all the same Tai Chi.”
What Students are Saying About Just Breathe Tai Chi
“The most spectacular change by far is my ability to balance on one foot, something I wasn’t very good at but that has definitely improved. Every class with Kris feels like a vacation as it gives my busy mind a rest from everything else that usually occupies it. I come out of class refreshed and I am improving week by week. The biggest surprise to me is that Tai Chi is so much fun!”
“Kris has a way of teaching that makes this discipline easy to learn and master. I keep going to refine my abilities and strengthen my core. What a great way to learn balance and stay agile. I have learned Tai Chi Walking and use it every day. I am among the oldest in the class and easily keep up with those younger. If you are looking for low-impact exercise, this is the class for you. Makes you strong and agile.”
“After a series of hip injuries—with associated surgery, doctor’s appointments, and physical therapy—I still required a cane just to get out of bed. I started practicing Tai Chi and felt a difference almost immediately. After a few classes, and learning Tai Chi Walking, I could walk without my cane! Now, not only do I not need a cane, but you can watch me confidently stand on one leg!”
Frequently Asked Questions About Tai Chi Classes
Yes. Tai Chi is well suited for beginners and older adults because it uses slow, low-impact movements that are gentle on the joints. At Just Breathe Tai Chi, classes are designed to be accessible, supportive, and adaptable for adults 40+, seniors, and anyone new to Tai Chi.
No. You do not need flexibility, prior experience, or a high level of fitness to begin Tai Chi. Movements can be modified and practiced at your own pace. Many students start Tai Chi specifically to improve mobility, balance, and comfort with movement.
Yes—especially when it helps you move more consistently and reduces stress. Tai Chi can support healthy weight goals by improving strength, mobility, and daily activity tolerance. But it’s not a “drop 20 pounds in a month” program. The value is that it’s joint-friendly and sustainable—so people actually stick with it.
A common method is: shift weight fully to one leg, step with the empty leg, place the foot, then shift weight slowly onto the new front leg while staying upright and relaxed.
Yes. Just Breathe Tai Chi offers online and on-demand Tai Chi and Qigong classes in addition to in-person instruction. Online classes allow students to practice from home while still receiving clear guidance and structured lessons.
Tai Chi focuses on continuous, flowing movements performed mostly standing, with an emphasis on balance, coordination, and relaxation. Unlike yoga, Tai Chi does not require floor poses or stretching into end ranges, making it a comfortable option for many adults and seniors.
Yes. Tai Chi is commonly practiced to support stress reduction, mental focus, and physical balance. The slow, mindful movements help calm the nervous system while improving strength, coordination, and body awareness.
Most Just Breathe Tai Chi classes are approximately 60 minutes. Classes are structured to allow time for warm-up, guided practice, and relaxation, making them suitable for beginners and experienced students alike.
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