Ongoing classes build on the skills and moves learned in the beginning classes. All of these classes have prerequisites and require the approval of the instructor. If you are not already enrolled in one of these ongoing classes, please contact the instructor to see if you are eligible. For more information on these classes including dates, costs and locations, select the class from the list below. Request registration for one of these classes by clicking on the appropriate link at the bottom of this page.
Please note that all of these classes are subject to change and registration requests for new students will be confirmed by the instructor.
The schedule for this year's mini review classes is below. Please note that these are 3 week review classes and require that all students be familiar with the moves of the form. The classes will include a review of the form as needed, but will focus primarily on building fluency and confidence by going more in depth into both the form and the internal aspects of tai chi.
Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at the Medinah Park District Connolly Center, 22W130 Thorndale Ave., Medinah, IL. Please be sure to register for these classes using the special registration link for these mini classes at the bottom of the page.
Cost: $35 for 3 sessions
November 2025:
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention - Part 1 (Moves #1-12)
Tuesdays 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 from 9:45 - 10:45 am
Yang Style 24 Forms Review
Tuesdays 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 from 11:00 am - Noon
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention - Beginning (Moves #1-6)
Thursdays 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 from 10:00 - 11:00 am
December 2025:
Tai Chi and the Quiet Mind
Tuesdays 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 from 9:45 - 10:45 am
Tai Chi for Energy - Parts 1 & 2
Tuesdays 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 from 11:00 am - Noon
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention - Parts 1 & 2
Thursdays 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 from 10:00 - 11:00 am
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Parts 1 & 2 Review Class
This class builds on the skills and moves learned in the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Part 1 and Part 2 classes. Participants will build confidence and independence with form while beginning to apply the Tai Chi Principles to the form. All students must be comfortable with both Parts 1 and 2 of the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention form to be eligible for this class.
Thursdays, 9:45–10:45 am, Jan 8th - Feb 12th, 2026
Location: Medinah Park District Connolly Center, 22W130 Thorndale Ave., Medinah, IL.
Cost: $65 for six session for non-residents, $50 for park district residents
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Extension Class (Moves #7-12)
This class builds on the skills and moves learned in the beginning Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention class. In addition to a review of the first 6 moves learned in the beginning class, participants will also begin learning moves #7-12 to complete Part 1 of the form. All students must be familiar with the first 6 moves of the form to be eligible for this class.
Please contact the instructor at tcafp.dn@gmail.com if you are interested in this class. An Extension class may be added to this scheduled based on interest.
Tai Chi for Energy
Tai Chi for Energy Review Class
The Tai Chi for Energy form is a unique program that combines moves from both the Chen and Sun styles of tai chi. It is a great way to increase your balance, coordination and strength while learning about a different style of tai chi with close roots to the martial arts.
This class will review both the complete Tai Chi for Energy form and the full Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention form. We will be working on increasing confidence and comfort with both forms while applying the tai chi principles. All participants must be familiar with the complete Tai Chi for Energy and the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention forms to be eligible for this class. Please contact the instructor at tcafp.dn@gmail.com if you have any questions on your eligibility.
Tuesdays, 11:00 am - Noon, Jan 6th - Feb 10th, 2026
Location: Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital, 935 Beisner Rd., Elk Grove Village, IL
Cost: $60 for six 1-hour classes
A beginning Tai Chi for Energy class is being planned for late winter/early spring, 2026. Please contact the instructor at tcafp.dn@gmail.com if you are interested in or have any questions on this class.
Beginning Yang Style 24 Forms Class
The Yang Style 24 Forms program is a beautifully flowing and very popular tai chi form. This beginning class will introduce the Yang Style of tai chi and work on the first section of the form.
This form can be a bit challenging for older beginners, but is well worth the effort to learn. Students should be comfortable with the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Parts 1 & 2 form to be eligible for this class. Exceptions may be made for those with prior tai chi experience.
Thursdays, 11:00 - Noon, Jan 8th - Feb 12th, 2026
Location: Medinah Park District Connolly Center, 22W130 Thorndale Ave., Medinah, IL.
Cost: $65 for six session for non-residents, $50 for park district residents
If you are interested in this class or have any questions about your eligibility, please contact the instructor at tcafp.dn@gmail.com .
This unique class explores the more internal and meditative aspects of tai chi along with the application of the tai chi principle of Jing, often translated as having a quiet, yet alert mind. This mental quality is the basis for the saying that tai chi is "meditation in motion". The class will teach some basic body awareness and meditation techniques while sitting, standing and walking as well as some basic Taoist philosophy as it applies to tai chi. We will then work on applying those techniques and concepts to your tai chi, transforming it into a true "Meditation in Motion".
To qualify for this class, you must be comfortable with at least Part 1 (moves 1-12) of the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention program or with sections 1-2 of the Yang Style 24 Forms (Short Form).
The next Tai Chi and the Quiet Mind class is planned for the summer of 2026. Please contact the instructor at tcafp.dn@gmail.com if you are interested or have any questions on this unique class.