New Beginner Session Starts October 7th

Over 500 Clinical Trials Recommend Tai Ci for Senior Health

Learn Tai Chi For Seniors

Balance & Breath Weekly Program

Tai Chi Is shown to be healthier for Seniors than walking

Fall prevention in older adults: Supported by 14 systematic reviews showing consistent reduction in fall risk.

Osteoarthritis: Especially knee osteoarthritis—improvements seen in pain, stiffness, and function.

Parkinson’s disease: Enhanced balance and mobility when combined with medication.

COPD rehabilitation: Improvements in walking distance, breathlessness, and lung function.

Cognitive function: Notable gains in attention and mental processing speed among older adults.

Also Benefits for depression, cardiac rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation, and

dementia-related cognitive decline.

Best School In Austin

Tai Chi Is Fantastic For Seniors

Keep seniors moving with a gentle relaxing exercise

Reduce Anxiety and Stress Through Mindful Movement

Increase Cognitive Health and Prevent decline

Strengthen Postural and Lower Body Muscles and Joints

Balance The Nervous System With Chi Kung Breathing

Every Class Covers

Tai Chi movements and postures
Balance and strengthening exercises
Chi Kung breathing techniques
Mindfulness breathing practices

Class Details

Class starts Tuesday October 7th at 10:30AM
Class is 30 minutes
A $5 fee holds your spot in a limited size class
We apply the $5 to your first month if you join
Ongoing monthly cost is $58, with no contract
Class includes video and written support materials

$5 Holds Your Spot In

This New Limited Size Class

Tuesday 10:30AM Starting October 7th, 30 min.

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Your $5 Will Apply To Your First Month Should You Join

Classes at 8910 Research Blvd Suite E-1

MEET THE Owners and Directors

Masters Joe & Sheryl Schaefer

Master Joe & Master Sheryl have taught Tai Chi for almost 35 years. In addition, they both taught university level physiology courses. Master Joe has a Ph.D. in neuroscience and is a certified trainer in Open Focus mindfulness practice. Together they have created the perfect blend of "east and west". The Senior Balance & Breath Class combines the ancient wisdom of Tai Chi together with the latest in Neuroscience and Longevity.

7th and 8th degree black belts with 35 yrs teaching

Master and Ph.D. in Physiology

Voted Best In Austin

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Tai Chi Be Too Hard For Me?

If you can walk and stand then you can practice the Tai Chi and Chi Kung breathing for this class.

Do I need any prior experience to join your classes?

We are assuming that everyone is a complete beginner at Tai Chi.

Do we wear shoes

You can do the class barefoot or with socks. If you need shoes for balance, then we ask that you bring a pair of shoes that you do not wear outside to prevent bringing dirt and debris onto our mats.

How can I access online Tai Chi resources?

We will provide youtube videos of the beginning postures and the chi kung exercises for home practice

Are your instructors certified?

The instructors are black sash students of our school and are also senior age themselves. This way they understand the particular challenges of learning this as a senior.

Testimonials

"At 75, after two near falls and reflecting on past injuries—a broken hip, a severe motorcycle accident, and a pacemaker—I knew I needed to act. I found Austin Kung Fu & Tai Chi and began classes in April 2025. Five months in, attending twice a week, I have no regrets. Master Joe, Master Sheryl, and the advanced students have been incredibly supportive. The pain in my left shoulder has eased, and my balance has significantly improved. I now move with more deliberation and control, something I am truly grateful for."

Bill G. 8/2025