Tai Chi · Qigong · Internal Arts
Learn Tai Chi in Vancouver, the traditional way.
Chen-style Taijiquan, Qigong, Yiquan, and Baguazhang — taught patiently, outdoors, year-round. No experience needed. All ages and bodies welcome. New to the practice? Read the beginner's guide.
Weekly group classes
Where and when we train
Drop in any week. Come for an hour or stay for three. Check class updates before you come.
Robson Square · Downtown
Saturdays
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Meet by the red spring. The $35 drop-in covers the full three-hour session; beginners start with foundations and Qigong.
Kitsilano Beach
Wednesdays
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Evening practice by the water. All levels train together in the open air.
Drop-in $35 for all 3 hours · 8-class pack $200, valid 3 months · No registration needed. Full pricing.
Before you come
Your first class
No registration needed. Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes.
Where to meet at Robson Square
Meet by the red spring for the Saturday session.
Where to meet at Kitsilano Beach
Sunny days: near Kitsilano Pool, beside the Showboat.
Rainy days: under the covered area near the washrooms.
How to pay
Pay in cash or by e-transfer to naturalharmonytaichi@gmail.com.
Drop-in $35 for all three hours · 8-class pack $200, valid for three months.
Class updates & cancellations
Class information and cancellations are shared in our WhatsApp group. Alexander reviews each request and adds people personally.
Coming for the first time? Get in touch beforehand for the latest updates.
Ask to join the WhatsApp groupWhat you'll learn
Four traditions, one foundation
Chen-style Taijiquan
The original family style of Tai Chi — the source the others grew from. Slow, grounded, and powerful, with a depth that rewards a lifetime of practice.
Qigong
Breath, posture, and gentle movement to build energy and calm the mind. The best place for newcomers to begin, and valuable at every level.
Yiquan
An internal art built on standing practice and intention rather than fixed forms. Deceptively simple, deeply transformative for structure and awareness.
Baguazhang
Sun-style Bagua — circular walking and continuous change. A beautiful, demanding practice for coordination, agility, and martial understanding.
Who it's for
If you're wondering whether this is for you
It is. I teach complete beginners alongside students who've trained with me for years, and the practice meets each person where they are.
People come to these classes for different reasons — health and mobility, stress and stillness, the martial art, or simply the discipline of doing one thing well over time. Older students find it gentle on the joints and good for balance. Younger students find there's far more depth here than it first appears.
You don't need to be fit, flexible, or experienced. You need comfortable clothes and a willingness to go slowly.
Private Lessons
Focused, personalized instruction at a pace and place that suit you. Ideal if you want to progress faster, work around an injury, or prefer learning privately.
About private lessonsWorkshops
Half-day and full-day Tai Chi and Qigong workshops for workplaces, groups, and events — approachable movement and breathing practice for beginners and experienced participants.
About workshopsI have been learning Tai Chi from Alex for over six years. He explains each movement and focuses on the key points of excellence. I highly recommend him to anyone wishing to learn Tai Chi.Jon LauStudent · 6+ years
More reviews from students across Vancouver are on our Google profile.
Read Google reviewsBefore your first class
Common questions
I've never done Tai Chi. Can I just show up?
Yes. Classes run year-round at Robson Square (Saturday mornings) and Kitsilano Beach (Wednesday evenings). Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes, arrive any time during the session, and I'll start you with the foundations.
Do I need to register or commit?
No. A $35 drop-in covers all three hours, or you can buy a $200 8-class pack valid for three months. No memberships or contracts.
What if it rains?
At Kitsilano Beach, rainy-day classes meet under the covered area near the washrooms. Class updates and cancellations are shared in our WhatsApp group. Contact Alexander to ask to be added, or check in before your first class.
Is it suitable for seniors or people with injuries?
Very much so. Tai Chi and Qigong are gentle on the joints and excellent for balance, mobility, and stress. If you're working around an injury, let me know and we'll adapt — private lessons can be a good option here too.
Which style do you teach, and who did you learn from?
Chen-style Taijiquan — the original family style — along with Qigong, Yiquan, and Sun-style Baguazhang, all learned directly from Master Liu Ming. The emphasis is on health, structure, and depth, not performance.
Come to class this week.
Saturdays at Robson Square, Wednesdays at Kitsilano Beach. Just show up — or reach out with any questions.
Or call +1 (604) 401-4944