I was out at a friends house over the memorial day weekend, and one of the other guests was…read morepracticing what I now know to be Tai Chi. When I asked this guy about what he was doing he explained to me that he had been doing Tai Chi for many years and it helped with various body aches and his over health and well being. It was then I decided that this might be good for me and looked up classes in my area. I came across Lisa Russell Healing Arts and decided to enroll in her Tai Chi class. The class is offered in a room at the Pearl River United Methodist Church and is one hour in length. Lisa is a wonderful instructor with a calming presence and encourages each student to work at their own pace. Lisa explains the philosophy behind Tai Chi and how it will benefit each individual. Today (6/17) was my first class and it will definitely not be my last. There were 10 students in today's class which were apparently the same age as me. Some first timers and the rest more experienced. Today's class is every Monday at 9:30am but there are others on different weekdays at other locations and at other times. Low impact and high reward. Makes sense to me!

From the owner: Tai Chi, Qi Gong classes for health. Weekly live Zoom classes, In-person in Pearl River, NY &…read moreMontvale, NJ. Group and Private lessons. TCM health coach

New Jersey Tai Chi is not your average Tai Chi program. This is Tai Chi taught from the heart. Sifu…read moreHarry has dedicated his time and passion to learning and developing his craft. Harry is able to accommodate any learner and type of person from young to Elderly. There is no judgement at this school yet he strives for excellence among his students. If you want Tai Chi for health, this is the place for you. If you want to learn the martial aspects of the art, this place is for you. Don't skip over this school. It's a different approach to Tai Chi that you will not see every where and is in fact rare.

Now in my early 50's with aches in my knee caps and feet, I found getting old is not just as fun…read more As my new year resolution, I decided to try TaiChi, something I can practice for the rest of my active life. I chose New Jersey Tai Chi through a regional magazine, and I was delighted with its holistic approach to fitness, martial arts, and mind/body wellness. And my experience there did not disappoint. In the short time that I have been practicing with Harry, Paul, and others, I am learning not just the movements and breathing, but also leveraging the strength of my entire body. In addition to the physical movements, I am also learning to focus with my mind on the flow of energy and listening through Push Hands with my mind's eye. In every class, Harry demonstrates the application of those elegant moves into practical and powerful self-defense tactics. It's still too early to tell the full health benefits yet, but I feel more flexible, more at ease with my mind and body, and TaiChi is now a part of my exercise routine.

Dr.Shu is amazing, he's always made me feel better in an instant. (he's my grandpa) I am super…read moreproud of him and if you're ever in the area check him out, his English isn't the best but he tries. Dr. Shu is super friendly too, he will cure you no doubts, he's been in this career for over 30 years and still going strong.

I recently injured my back; herniating and dislocating discs L3-L5. I was in incredible pain and…read morecould barely tie my shoes or walk. I went to my Primary Care Physician who prescribed pain killers, muscle relaxers and physical therapy. After 2 months of this treatment I was still in incredible pain and the doctors were suggesting shooting cortisone into my spine and if that didn't work spinal surgery. I was at wits end and decided to look into alternatives. I found Dr. Shu and after examining me he told me that through acupressure, cupping and herbal medicine, he would be able to help me. I saw him 3x per week at first and I started seeing improvement almost immediately, then it was reduced to 2x per week, then 1x per week. After 2 months I was 90% healed. I honestly thought that I would be in some sort of pain for the rest of my life, but Dr. Shu remedied that. I highly recommend Dr. Shu.

Absolutely love the training I received from shifu Guolin. He is an amazing teacher. I have been…read moretraining in Chinese kung fu for 53 years as of 2025. The past 17 were with Shaolin Temple. So much of my skill was refined under the tutelage of my Shaolin instructors. Also, with the addition of Qigong to my skill repertoire, I am definitely a more complete martial artist!

I took private lessons here and I've never been happier with the overall process of the techniques…read moreI've learned here. The front desk was very supportive as well. I highly recommend this school. The students are a team and give a lot of support to each other as well.

Jerry is amazing!…read more After moving and sleeping in an air mattress for two days, I came in for a 30 minute massage with Jerry. He right away felt the tension in my upper back and the message was perfect. Highly recommend him and I'll definitely be back!

Thanks to Joy G. (and Yelp) for the tip! I never would've found this place on my own, tucked away…read moreas it is under a stoop in the basement of a residential building. It looks a little shady from outside, quite frankly, but inside, the space is pleasant, the massage tables impeccably clean. You can, indeed, hear all the goings on in the adjoining rooms, as Joy noted, but luckily on my visit, there wasn't anything too loud or distracting going on. They seem to have good COVID procedures in place: Everyone gets a temperature check before coming in, a squirt of hand sanitizer, and their shoes spritzed with disinfectant. Staff and customers remain masked at all times. My massage therapist, Michelle, was excellent -- more akin to a medical professional than a spa employee. Like every other office grunt in NYC, I sit a lot and my back / shoulders are a disaster. I also do a lot of kid lifting (this should be an Olympic event) and recently started taking taekwondo classes, which are beating the crud out of me -- in a good way. Her technique was almost painfully hard, but magically kneaded out the kinks and qi blockages. Yep, an hour lying on your belly does leave you looking like you've spent the last hour sobbing, with or without contacts in. (I don't wear contacts or glasses because, according to my parents, I never studied hard enough. ;) So bring shades and an extra mask in case you relax so much you drool. Pricing is ridiculously inexpensive: $48 for 61 minutes! And yes, it is sixty-ONE minutes. Maybe it's a numerology thing.

Great place for qi gong. Website is http://www.emeiqigongchan.com/read more

I had a pleasant experience at a group qigong class here. My mom had been here before and invited…read moreme to come with her to an hour long class which was a very reasonable $5 per person. It was my first time trying qigong, so I can't necessarily compare my experience with anything prior, but I found the environment to be welcoming and comfortable. Pat, the instructor, was informative and was open to questions. She gave an overview of what we'd be doing beforehand, which I found helpful. It was a calming, relaxing, and fun class. I would definitely try it again. It was a gentle introduction for a beginner and both men and women participated in the class, so they have a variety of clients and seem open to anyone joining the class.

I enjoy body and brain yoga.And I feel that it gives me just enough to have relaxation and stretch…read more I enjoy the tai chi classes as well.And they offer focus and stretching and flexibility for people who are older as well. Thank you for all the dedication

I will never forget the day I first met some of the BR region Masters ( Master Christine, Master Jo…read more, Master Arthur and volunteer staff!) at the awaken fair for an aura reading and chair massage. Automatically you feel a wave of welcoming, humble, loving energy emitting from them . Its quite emotional and funny to talk about it right now( I started in October 2021 )as I reminisce on how much this center has helped helped me get to where I am now. When I first stepped foot into the Wellness center, I noticed the calming energy and plants , I was welcomed by Master Susan, Which I had a great conversation with while I got set up . Master Jo then gave me a thorough and mind blowing Intro session That planted a seed of hope inside me... especially with my Health Conditions and worries (Asthma , anxiety, insecurities, Ulcerative Colitis). I no longer suffer from this anxiety! I have released so much stress and trauma in my body. I no longer have to use my emergency inhaler during the winter time ! I no longer need my medicine for my autoimmune disease! I have so much more love , confidence and trust in myself ! Thanks to all the brain education, the classes, finding my true self work shop and the instructors, all of this was made possible. I took back my brain and my life . This is my safe haven . They truly care about you beyond the symptoms and emotion that burden us and teach you how to balance your stress and energy system. I continue to choose myself by tapping into my self healing potential, investing in myself through brain education and practicing in daily! My mind , body and soul are thriving!