Free Tai Chi Classes

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Join either online or at the Glendale Library in Indianapolis. These free follow-along sessions are a relaxed intro to Tai Chi and Qigong that will help you stay active and healthy.  Made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.

2025 Schedule: 

Glendale Branch (Saturday afternoons, times vary) February 8, March 15, April 26, May 10, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 6, October 25, November 22, and December 13.

Online (Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm EDT) February 17, March 3, April 7, May 12, June 2, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 20, November 3, December 1.

Register here. 

Tai Chi + Haiku = Tai Ku

Co-hosts Cate Jones and Christine Bhe will lead calming Tai Chi & Qigong followed by exploration of short poetry like Haiku, Haibun, Renku & Haiga. Foster wellness through movement, creativity, and connection with others. No experience required, wear comfortable clothing and come prepared to write and be inspired.

Glendale Branch Mondays 6:30 - 7:30 pm  February 3, March 17, May 5, June 30, July 21, August 4, September 29, October 6, December 29.

Register here. 

Thursdays 10:30 - 11:00 am EDT weekly online. Register here and request the Seated Class link. 

Seated Tai Chi Flow focuses on whole body healing and energy cultivation through breath-work and gentle, mindful movement. Relieve stress while increasing range-of-motion, stamina, and coordination from a seated (or standing) position. Great for beginners and all fitness levels. 

*2026 Online classes TBD* 

Winter session 2025:  January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7, 21 (Part 1)

Spring session 2025: April 4, 11, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 30, June 6 (Parts 1 & 2)

Summer session 2025: June 27, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22 (Parts 1 & 2)

Sponsored by Indiana Department of  Health and hosted by University of Indianapolis Center for Aging and Community. Learn a gentle Tai Chi form that has been shown to improve balance, strength, and mobility. More info and registration.

Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:00 pm EDT weekly online. Register here each week.

This gentle, low-impact Tai Chi and Qigong class is designed to relieve stress, boost energy, improve strength, and enhance overall wellbeing. Open to all oncology caregivers, patients, and healthcare professionals. Sponsored by Community Health Network's Cancer Survivorship Program. 

Each Thursday join Christine and friends from around the world for online Tai Chi and Qigong classes with the Perks at Work, Community Online Academy. Your employer may already have an account with access to these live classes and many more learning opportunities for all ages. Click here to learn more.

Tai Chi for Veterans has been designated as effective therapy and is provided to qualified veterans by the Mission Act. Learn more and find Veterans classes here.