3232 Healing Way, Cincinnati, Ohio
This advanced Tai Chi class builds on the knowledge and skills of Tai Chi Form Level 1 by including more details, additional material, and further integration into daily practice, offering a movement-based therapeutic practice designed to deepen balance, strength, coordination, and mindful awareness. Building on foundational Tai Chi principles, this class supports physical and mental well-being through fluid, intentional movement.
Each session focuses on a longer sequence of Tai Chi forms, integrated with self-care exercises and meditative practices. Emphasis is placed on joint mobility, circulation, posture, and focused attention, allowing participants to refine their practice while cultivating calm and embodied awareness.
Through regular participation, Intermediate Tai Chi may support:
Instructed By: Derek Johnson, L.Ac, MSOM, DMQ, Dipl. Ac, is a certified Tai Chi Instructor, Medical Qigong Therapist, and a Doctorate of Medical Qigong.
Who This Class Is For
This advanced-level class is intended for individuals who have attended Tai Chi Form Level 1 and have been given permission to enroll. Participants must be able to stand unassisted and move safely for the duration of the class.
Cost: Special Note for March Classes: ALL studio and virtual classes are FREE in March! Plus, buy a 5-Class Pack and enjoy 10 classes for the price of 5, this month only!
Regular Class Pricing: Sliding Scale Fee
Per Class: $5 Community Care, $10 Sustainer, $15 Supporter
Per 5-Class Pack: $22 Community Care ($4.40/class), $45 Sustainer ($9/class), $70 Supporter ($14/class)
Class Location: Mind-Body Spirit Wellness Studio located in the Osher Wellness Suite on the 5th Floor of the Blood Cancer Healing Center (3232 Healing Way, Cincinnati, OH 45229) with free, on-site parking available in the attached garage. If entering from the parking garage, enter on Level 1, head straight back past the registration desk to the elevators (on your left). Take the elevators to level 5. Once off the elevators, enter through the double doors and head to the Wellness Studio located to the left, directly behind the Healing Garden.
Bus stop (lines 51, 46, 36) available in front of the building (3229 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati OH 45229). If entering from front of building off of Burnet Ave., head straight past the registration desk and take a left to the elevators (on your left). Take the elevators to level 5. Once off the elevators, enter through the double doors and head to the Wellness Studio located to the left, directly behind the Healing Garden.
What You Need: All props are provided. Please bring a water bottle.
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