Are you looking for a gentle yet effective exercise that promotes relaxation, balance, and mental clarity?

Beginning Tai Chi Classes in the Yang Style Long Form, and taught via Zoom video are ready when you are!

Fee: Only $50.00/month! Payment is due at the first of each month and can be made by Venmo to taichi@reddingtaichi.com

or pay by check to M. Czehatowski, PO Box 493151, Redding, CA 96049

To register or inquire about the class, please send an email to taichi@reddingtaichi.com or call (530) 223-2346.

What students are saying

“The Zoom format works really well for me because I can see the nuances of the movements very clearly.  It actually feels almost as if I’m receiving private instruction.  Also, because there are no distractions, I find the experience to be more tranquil and meditative than when I’m in a group setting.”  — Sheila H.

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“I really enjoyed the classes, I am planning to continue and look forward to meeting you sometime. Zoom was great, it was like having a private teacher. And it was so nice to have the emails available to practice whenever I had a little time… I liked the way you taught the class as well. The amount to learn was just right. Even if I had a little trouble during the class, (like doing brush knee to the right, my brain only wanted to go left), with the emails and practicing a few times every day, I was able to learn it. I always looked forward to the next class… thanks again…”
— Pam

Tai Chi is an exercise for everyone – regardless of age or physical condition.​

Discover the Ancient Art of Tai Chi
through Online Learning!

Join our online Tai Chi classes and learn the Yang Style Long Form, a practice that harmonizes mind, body, and spirit. Through twice-weekly sessions, you’ll be guided through the 108 movements of this traditional form, building strength, increasing flexibility, and discovering how to relax both mind and body through gentle, flowing movements.

Classes are held every Monday and Thursday from 5:30-6:30 PM Pacific Time (California time). All classes are recorded, so if you live in a different time zone or miss a class, you can catch up at your convenience. Additionally, short review videos are provided for each class to help reinforce key movements and concepts.

Whether you’re new to Tai Chi or refining your skills, this class offers a supportive environment to deepen your practice. Enroll now for just $30 per month and embark on a journey to improved well-being.

Michel Czehatowski began learning Tai Chi in 1975 and has practiced continuously for nearly 50 years. His understanding of the art is deeply rooted in his extensive practical experience. Since 2015, Michel has been teaching at Redding Tai Chi, sharing his knowledge and insights with his students.

Class Syllabus

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Note: This is not a ‘drop-in’ class. Learning Tai Chi requires commitment—not only regular class attendance (or watching the recorded videos), but also consistent practice and effort to memorize the movements. If you’re looking for an exercise you can continue for a lifetime, this class is designed for you.

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The Yang Style Long Form is a profound and transformative practice, divided into three sections that guide you from basic movements to advanced techniques. Each section builds upon the last, offering both new challenges and opportunities to deepen your connection with the practice.

Section 1: Foundation of Tai Chi

In this first section, you’ll learn the essential movements and principles that form the foundations of Tai Chi. Each class builds on the previous one, gradually introducing you to a sequence of movements that you can practice with confidence. By the end of two months, you’ll have learned a series of movements that take about 5-8 minutes to complete. This section is perfect for beginners and is comparable in length to many ‘short’ forms of Tai Chi.

Section 2: Expanding Your Practice

As you progress into Section 2, you’ll be introduced to more advanced movements, each designed to deepen your understanding and enhance your skill. With each new movement, you’ll feel your practice becoming more fluid and natural. By the end of this section, you’ll be able to perform the first two sections in about 20 minutes, building a solid foundation for the complete form.

Section 3: Mastery and Balance

In the final section, there are many repetitions found in the early sections along with new movements that will heighten and improve your coordination and balancing skills. Completing all three sections will allow you to practice the entire form in about 32-38 minutes, giving you a comprehensive and fulfilling Tai Chi experience.

Questions and Answers

• “What about corrections? How will I know I am doing the movement correctly?”

Based on my experience in teaching Tai Chi, I can confidently say that the majority of people will be able to copy and follow the movements with a high degree of accuracy. That said, we are not teaching ‘competition’ Tai Chi and looking for perfect movements. The goal is to learn how to move in a relaxed, fluid way and learn to be more comfortable in your body.

• What is the difference between the Long form and the Short forms of Tai Chi?
The shorter forms of Tai Chi require less time to learn and practice, which makes them appealing to a wider audience, therefore it is more common to find someone who teaches the short form. However, my observation is that people who learn a Short form often seek additional forms to learn – which I interpret as having a cup half filled and desiring to seek more knowledge. I feel the Long form is more fulfilling and will be more interesting to practice in the long run. You can read more on this topic here, “Is the Short Form Better“?

• You have learned the Long form, so what’s next? The true benefits of Tai Chi become apparent as you integrate it into your daily routine, making it a lifelong practice. After learning the three sections of the Yang style Long form, you have several options to continue:

1. You can choose to repeat the Beginning class. Doing so will enhance your knowledge and understanding of the movements, which is especially recommended if you don’t feel confident enough to practice the form independently. You can repeat the Beginning class as many times as you desire.

2. Advance to the Intermediate Class. In this in-person class we introduce non-competitive Push Hands (tui shou). Push Hands is a two-person movement sequence that deepens your practical understanding of Tai Chi principles and enhances your overall Tai Chi practice. In the intermediate class, we always practice the whole Long form in each session.

3. Join our weekly practice sessions in the McConnell Arboretum and Gardens, held every Saturday from 8-9 am. Attendance is free, and everyone is welcome to join.

4. Take part in our sponsored events, such as World Tai Chi Day.