NOTE: ALL MORNING CLASSES ARE IN-PERSON ONLY. Evening classes are hybrid, Zoom and in-person.
What is the Covid protocol if you choose to attend in-person?
- We follow the Washtenaw County guidelines which suggests mask wearing is optional unless you have current respiratory illness symptoms or known COVID exposure in the last 5 days.
- Please take a home test 5 days after travel. Thanks
- Please be respectful and practice socially appropriate distancing.
The Peaceful Dragon School of T’ai Chi Ch’uan and Chi Kung offers comprehensive learning in Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced T’ai Chi Ch’uan (TCC), as well as Basic and Intermediate Chi Kung (Qigong). Classes begin about the second week of September; second week of January; and the last week of April. For mini workshops at the school and national seminars check the Calendar of Events.
Be safe and continue to practice distancing and good hygiene!
Warmly,
Master Young
NEW AT PEACEFUL DRAGON!
TAI CHI FOR TEENS (14-16)
September 11 through December 11
Peaceful Dragon School is offering a new Tai Chi class specifically designed for teenagers. Participants will playfully explore the Tai Chi basic body mechanic principles through movement, as a way to relax and focus, as well as a moving meditation. The inaugural semester, Fall 2023, teens will learn a modified short Tai Chi form, and play with movement in games inspired by Tai Chi.
Students can start at the beginning of any semester and expect to learn basic principles of Tai Chi, as well as that topic. (Class size limited to 12) Tuition: $150
Mondays 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Click here to register for Teens Class
Beginner Tai Chi – Learning the Form
(TC 1 – first/third; TC 2 – second/third; and TC 3 – third/third)
The T’ai Chi form is a series of postures linked together in a continuous, fluid manner. As an internal Chinese martial art, the form focuses on self-cultivation, integrates both physical and mental energy mechanics, promotes relaxation, and builds a sense of presence and awareness. T’ai Chi is often characterized as a moving meditation. Register for one class and you can attend both sessions per week – whatever your schedule allows – at no extra cost! (Level 1 – just beginning students as well as Level 2 and 3 are all in the same class.) Tuition: $195
- Mon. 10-11:15 AM
- Thurs. 6:00-7:15 PM
Wild Goose Qigong 
Want to delve deeper into Qigong? This class focuses on the Wild Goose Form and applies the very best techniques of basic Qigong practices. The Wild Goose Form is a series of ongoing movement – a reverent dance that embodies the multidimensional aspect of Chi. The movements include imagery, stretching, acu-point contact, and a connection with universe, nature, and earth energies. Classes taught by Master Wasentha Young. Register for one class and you can attend both sessions per week – whatever your schedule allows – at no extra cost! Virtual attendees are Tuesday evenings only. Tuition: $195
- Tues. 6-7 PM
- Thurs. 10-11 AM
Schedule for Form Progression
- Wed. 10-11 AM
- Wed. 6-7 PM
Form Progression 1
Enables students who have completed learning the form (1-6 years) to embody the basic principles of mind/body mechanics in motion and deepen the benefits of their practice. (FP students – if this time does not fit into your schedule, you can attend FP2) You can also attend any of the TC 1, 2, or 3 classes at no extra cost! Tuition: $180
Form Progression 2
Enables students who have completed learning the form (6+ years) to embody the advanced principles of mind/spirit mechanics in motion and deepen the benefits of their practice. (FP students – if this time does not fit into your schedule, you can attend FP1) You can also attend any of the TC 1, 2, or 3 classes at no extra cost! Tuition: $180
Sword/Staff/Dao/Cane
Weapon forms taught throughout the year. Push Hands will resume at a later date. Tuition: $180
Wed. 11:15-12:15 PM
Two Classes Per Week
Enables individual students to attend 2 different classes at a reduced price! Tuition: $285; (Minimum 4 students)
Three Classes Per Week
Enables students to attend 3 different classes at a reduced price! Tuition: $350 Click here to register