OREGON TAI CHI WUSHU

Balance, Focus, Health for Life

Disclaimer for Live Events & Video Instruction with Master JianFeng Chen
As with all exercise programs, when using our exercise videos or following our “live” events, you need to use common sense. To reduce and avoid injury, you will want to check with your doctor before beginning any fitness program. By performing any fitness exercises, you are performing them at your own risk. JianFeng Chen or other assistant instructors associated with our program, will not be responsible or liable for any injury or harm you sustain as a result of our fitness/martial arts program, DVD, online fitness/martial arts videos, live events, or information shared on our website. This includes emails, videos and text. 

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Schedule Announcements & Frequently Asked Questions ​​​​​

 

SCHEDULE CHANGES/ANNOUNCEMENTS


  • NO NEW STUDENT TRIALS MARCH 20th THRU APRIL 6th
  • QUARTER BREAK AND MODIFIED SCHEDULE FOR CURRENT STUDENTS FROM MARCH 20th THRU APRIL 6th
    • (see weekly email for details)
  • Current students should check weekly emails for schedule changes/updates
  • "Tai Chi for Health"tm students should contact Maureen Benet directly for any schedule changes
  • Potential Students for Beginning In-Person Classes please use Contact Page for current schedule/information/current pricing for the Beginning Tai Chi or Wushu classes and possible cancellations
  • Below is a current schedule but does not reflect possible closures, contact us via contact page to confirm classes for the week/month

Frequently Asked Questions:


What is the cost to try a class?

We want to make sure a class is right for each student, so to try is free!  If you decide to join our school, there are monthly dues based on how many times a week that fits your schedule.  There are also family discounts. 


What do I wear to try a class?

Loose fitting, comfortable clothing.  If you do not own Tai Chi or Wushu shoes, wear socks.  If shoes are required for medical purposes, please wear clean soled shoes.  Please confirm schedule and space by using the contact page in order to try a class, and we will inform you of schedule changes and pricing information at that time.  We suggest that you wear the clothes you will attend class in, please bring your own water bottle.


When can I try and begin learning? (New Student Trials are limited, please contact us)

All beginning classes (Beginning Tai Chi & Beginning Wushu) are ongoing.  If you are interested in trying a class, please contact us using the contact page.


What is the difference between Tai Chi and Wushu, which is best for me to try?  

Tai Chi and Wushu are both martial arts, the main difference is Tai Chi is more internal, the movements slower, focusing on movement of energy or "Qi".  Wushu is more external, with faster kicking and jumping.  If you are unsure, you can watch or try each. 


Which Wushu class should my child try?

Ages 7 and up should try the Beginning Wushu Class.  


Is there sparring in Wushu?

In Chinese Martial Arts there are sparring competitions, however, our Wushu classes do not introduce sparring until years of practice and students have displayed control, knowledge of applications and having respect for the art itself.  We do not spar in Little Tiger classes.  Martial art applications are taught throughout training so technique is learned correctly.


What is the "Tai Chi for Health" class on the schedule, how is it different than beginning Tai Chi?

The "Tai Chi for Health" program was developed by Dr. Paul Lam, who offers certification through his classes.  Dr. Paul Lam suffered from Arthritis and although all Tai Chi is good for all abilities, as a medical professional he realized some people need guidance on how to modify moves and focus on warm ups in order to help relieve and address very limited range of motion and rehabilitation.  It is also good for those that like a much slower pace than traditional Tai Chi, which enables us to offer a class to a wider range of abilities.  The instructor, Maureen Benet, has a wonderful style of teaching and will take you through all levels/styles of the "Tai Chi for Health" program.