Spring is a wonderful time to return to practice, build momentum, and reconnect with community. At Old Pueblo Tai Chi, April brings a steady rhythm of weekly classes, continued practice with the Eight Pieces of Brocade, an update on Sun style Tai Chi training, and a chance to gather together for World Tai Chi & Qigong Day 2026.
Whether you are already practicing with us or have been thinking about joining, here’s what’s happening this month.
April at a glance
- Weekly beginner-friendly Tai Chi classes (Monday + Wednesday, 10:00 AM–11:00 AM)
- April focus: Eight Pieces of Brocade / Ba Duan Jin
- Sun style Tai Chi training update
- World Tai Chi & Qigong Day at Freedom Park (Saturday, April 25, 2026)
- World Tai Chi Day shirts (a simple way to support the community)
Weekly Tai Chi Classes in Tucson
Old Pueblo Tai Chi continues to offer beginner-friendly classes centered on balance, breath, mobility, relaxation, and mindful movement.
Current class schedule (April)
- Monday: 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Classes are held at Culture Connects Studio.
If you’re new, you can start here: beginner Tai Chi in Tucson.
Helpful links:
- Main site: https://oldpueblotaichi.com/
- Class schedule: https://oldpueblotaichi.com/schedule
- Pricing: https://oldpueblotaichi.com/pricing
- Location details: https://oldpueblotaichi.com/locations
These classes are designed to be welcoming and accessible, especially for beginners, older adults, and anyone looking for a supportive, health-focused approach to Tai Chi.
April Focus: Eight Pieces of Brocade (Ba Duan Jin)
For the month of April, we will continue practicing the Eight Pieces of Brocade, also known as Ba Duan Jin. This classic set is known for its gentle, approachable structure and its ability to support posture, coordination, circulation, breathing, and calm presence. It is one of the most recognized foundational practices for developing body awareness and steady movement.
Ba Duan Jin is especially valuable because it can meet students where they are. It offers something meaningful to those who are just beginning, while also giving returning practitioners plenty of depth to explore through refinement of breath, alignment, and intention.
If you’d like a deeper overview, you can read more here: Eight Pieces of Brocade Qigong
Continuing Training in Sun Style Tai Chi
I also wanted to share an exciting update about my continued development as an instructor. In the coming weeks, I will be continuing my training in Sun style Tai Chi as I prepare for the upcoming Tai Chi for Arthritis (TCA) and Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention (TCAFP) instructor qualification workshop.
This training is especially meaningful because Sun style Tai Chi is known for its gentle, upright, flowing movements and its accessibility for a wide range of people. It is often appreciated for its emphasis on balance, coordination, mobility, and confidence in movement, making it a strong fit for many students, including beginners, older adults, and those looking for a supportive entry point into Tai Chi.
I’m grateful to be learning with and from people here in Tucson who are helping support this next step in my journey:
Heather Chalon, MPH — Master Trainer, Tai Chi for Health Institute
https://www.heatherchalon.com
Robert Armstrong — Tai Chi for Health Tucson
https://taichiforhealthtucson.com/
Terri Shank — El Rio Health
https://elrio.org/movement-classes/
What excites me most is not only learning something new, but eventually being able to bring it back to our community. Once I complete the certification process, my hope is to thoughtfully integrate elements of Sun style Tai Chi into Old Pueblo Tai Chi’s offerings so the program can continue growing in ways that are welcoming, practical, and beneficial for all.
Old Pueblo Tai Chi has always been about more than learning forms. It is also about building a community of practice, encouraging one another, and creating space for health, presence, and connection. I see this training as an extension of that shared path.
Join Us for World Tai Chi & Qigong Day 2026
One of the highlights of the month is World Tai Chi & Qigong Day 2026.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Location: Freedom Park — Ramada #1
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oahCcaZtb2J3miww6
This annual event is held on the last Saturday in April and brings people together across the world through the shared practice of Tai Chi and Qigong. It is a celebration of health, peace, mindful movement, and community connection.
For our local Tucson community, it is also a chance to gather outdoors, practice together, and be part of something that links us with practitioners around the globe.
World Tai Chi Day shirts: support the community
If you’d like a simple way to support the community, World Tai Chi Day Tucson commemorative shirts and Old Pueblo Tai Chi shirts are available through Etsy:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Path4Change
Purchasing a shirt is a practical way to support Old Pueblo Tai Chi. Proceeds help us continue offering Tai Chi and Qigong at a reasonable and accessible price for the community.
Practice With Us This April
If you’ve been thinking about joining a class, returning to practice, attending World Tai Chi & Qigong Day, or supporting the community through a shirt purchase, April is a wonderful time to get involved.
We’d love to practice with you.
Visit Old Pueblo Tai Chi:
https://oldpueblotaichi.com/
Beginners are welcome—if you’d like a simple starting point, visit beginner Tai Chi in Tucson or check the current class schedule.
