Find martial arts academies and wellness centers offering low-impact Tai Chi classes tailored for all experience levels. These locations feature instruction in traditional forms, push hands exercises, and modified chair routines designed to improve balance and joint health. Before visiting, check whether the studio offers drop-in rates or dedicated senior programs.
Boston 2
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Body Mind Systems
1739 Centre St, Boston, MA 02132-1550
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Yang's Martial Arts Association
756 South St, Boston, MA 02131-1729
Hadley 2
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5 Elements Kung Fu
47 East St, Hadley, MA 01035-9723
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Shaolin Kung Fu Center
37 Lawrence Plain Rd, Hadley, MA 01035-9721
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Excel Martial Arts
397 Oakland St, Mansfield, MA 02048-1515
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Tiger Crane Kung Fu
26 Wood Ave, Mansfield, MA 02048
Stoneham 2
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Human Harmonies Stoneham
263 Main St, Stoneham, MA 02180-3565
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Keefe's Martial Arts
440 Main St, Stoneham, MA 02180-2649
Monday, Wednesday 5:30pm
Acton 1
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Athletic Balance, LLC d/b/a Chinese Martial Arts
32 Nagog Park, Acton, MA 01720
Andover 1
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Yang's Martial Arts
18 Red Spring Rd, Andover, MA 01810-3448
Auburn 1
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Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy of New England
848 Southbridge St, Auburn, MA 01501
Kung Fu - Mon & Wed 6 pm
Avon 1
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Shaolin Tai Chi Praying Mantis
491 W Main St, Avon, MA 02322-1660
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USA Kung Fu Academy
45 Plant Rd, Barnstable, MA 02601-1922
Monday - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM ADULT
Berkley 1
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Wah Lum Kung-fu Academy & Tai Chi Center
3 Grove St, Berkley, MA 02779
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Bridgewater Martial Arts
992 Bedford St, Bridgewater, MA 02324
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The Boston School of Boabom
33 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02445-7976
Canton 1
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Excel Martial Arts
583 Washington St, Canton, MA 02021
Chicopee 1
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Chinese Kung Fu Wushu Academy
680 Meadow St, Chicopee, MA 01013-1824
Cohasset 1
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Jade Forest Kung Fu & Tai Chi
130 King St, Cohasset, MA 02025-1332
Concord 1
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Sun Training Center
9 Pond Ln, Concord, MA 01742-2853
Danvers 1
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Danvers SunTae Kwon Do
24 Maple St, Danvers, MA 01923-2812
Dracut 1
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Rising Storm Karate Dracut
101 Broadway Rd, Dracut, MA 01826-4000
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Spirit of the Heart Martial Arts and Wellness
156 Northampton St, Easthampton, MA 01027-1020
Falmouth 1
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Seven Stars Academy of Martial Arts
10 Rose Morin Ln, Falmouth, MA 02540-3331
Fiskdale 1
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MJA Martial Arts
559 Main St, Fiskdale, MA 01518-1208
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J. R. Roy Martial Arts
1 Osgood St, Greenfield, MA 01301
Hingham 1
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Jade Forest Kung Fu
67 Sharp St, Hingham, MA 02043-4349
Ipswich 1
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Mark Warner's Professional Martial Arts Academy
43 Market St, Ipswich, MA 01938-2212
Leyden 1
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J. R. Roy Martial Arts Studio
515 Brattleboro Rd, Leyden, MA 01337
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Building Body Mind Soul LLC
675 Great Rd, Littleton, MA 01460-6223
Malden 1
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Wah Lum Kung Fu and Tai Chi Academy
124 Ferry St, Malden, MA 02148
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Villari's Martial Arts and Wellness
194 Main St, Marlborough, MA 01752-3807
Maynard 1
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Metrowest Kung Fu
69 Main St, Maynard, MA 01754-2513
Melrose 1
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Rick Wong's Chinese Martial Arts Center
70 W Emerson St, Melrose, MA 02176-3128
Methuen 1
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Wah Lum Wellness
468 Merrimack St, Methuen, MA 01844-5880
Millis 1
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Wu Xing Kung Fu
903 Main St, Millis, MA 02054-1557
Newton Highlands 1
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Calvin Chin's Martial Arts Academy
66 Winchester St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461-1720
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Alpha Martial Arts Academy
40 Vinal Sq, North Chelmsford, MA 01863-1359
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Capoeira Gunga Do Vale
150 Main Street, Northampton, MA 01060
Norwood 1
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Learning Center for Martial Arts
1044 Washington St, Norwood, MA 02062
Oxford 1
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New England Kung Fu - Tai Chi
4 Jackson Ct, Oxford, MA 01540
Rockland 1
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Jade Forest Kung Fu Tai Chi
73 Reservoir Park Dr, Rockland, MA 02370
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Davis Square Martial Arts
408 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144-2551
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Tiger Crane Kung Fu & Tai Chi
599 Foundry St, South Easton, MA 02375
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Wu Li Academy
2 Canton St, Stoughton, MA 02072
Stow 1
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Ethereal Arts Self Defense
118 Great Rd, Stow, MA 01775-1190
Mon 12:00pm-9:30pm, Tue 3:30pm-9:30pm, Wed 12:00pm-10:00pm, Thu 3:30pm-9:30pm, Fri 3:30pm-9:00pm, Sat 10:00am-1:30pm
Walpole 1
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Villari's Martial Arts Center
955 Main St, Walpole, MA 02081-2965
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Wu Dao Kung Fu and Tai Chi
125 Walnut St, Watertown, MA 02472-4043
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Wellesley Martial Arts Center
40 Abbott Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481-7519
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Shaolin Kungfu and Fitness Center
1700 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA 01089-1061
Monday : 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Villaris Self Defense Center
3 Summer St, Westborough, MA 01581-1663
Westford 1
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Wu Tan New England - Martial Arts Research and Development Center
359 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA 01886-4065
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Good to know
How much do Tai Chi classes cost?
Single drop-in classes generally cost between $12 and $25 per session. Monthly memberships for 2 to 3 classes per week range from $70 to $140, while many senior centers offer subsidized rates of $5 or free sessions.
What should I wear to my first Tai Chi class?
Wear loose, comfortable clothing such as sweatpants or leggings and a breathable t-shirt. Footwear should consist of flat-soled sneakers, thin canvas shoes, or socks with grips, as thick running shoes can interfere with balance.
How does chair Tai Chi differ from standing classes?
Chair Tai Chi adapts traditional standing postures and weight shifts into seated movements to reduce joint stress and eliminate fall risk. It focuses on upper-body range of motion, controlled breathing, and core engagement for individuals with limited mobility.
How to lose body fat percentage?
Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Massachusetts can browse 52 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.
How to drain fluid from ear?
Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Massachusetts should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 52 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.