Tai Chi offers a gentle, mindful movement practice that combines slow, comfortable motions with breathing, body awareness, and light stretching. This accessible practice supports balance, coordination, and relaxation while encouraging present-moment awareness and ease in movement.

Each session is thoughtfully paced and emphasizes smooth transitions and mindful attention, making Tai Chi a supportive option for individuals seeking a calming, low-impact approach to physical activity and stress management.

Through regular participation, Tai Chi Therapy may support:

• Improved balance and reduced risk of falls
• Pain reduction and joint mobility
• Stress management
• Increased strength, flexibility, and circulation
• Mind–body connection and confidence in movement

Instructor
Led by Jennifer Woods, Certified Tai Chi Instructor, who brings a calm, supportive teaching style and a strong emphasis on safety, accessibility, and mindful movement.

Who this class is for: This is a beginner-level, gentle movement practice that encourages relaxation. No prior Tai Chi experience is required. Participants are encouraged to move at their own pace, with guidance provided to support safety and comfort. Seated participants are welcome.

Cost: Sliding Scale Fee
Per Class: $5 Community Care, $10 Sustainer, $15 Supporter
Per 5-Class Pack: $22 Community Care ($4.40/class), $45 Sustainer ($9/class), $70 Supporter ($14/class)

Class Location: Mind-Body Spirit Wellness Studio located in the Osher Wellness Suite on the 5^th Floor of the Blood Cancer Healing Center (3232 Healing Way, Cincinnati, OH 45229) with free, on-site parking available in the attached garage. If entering from the parking garage, enter on Level 1, head straight back past the registration desk to the elevators (on your left). Take the elevators to level 5. Once off the elevators, enter through the double doors and head to the Wellness Studio located to the left, directly behind the Healing Garden.

Bus stop (lines 51, 46, 36) available in front of the building (3229 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati OH 45229). If entering from front of building off of Burnet Ave., head straight past the registration desk and take a left to the elevators (on your left). Take the elevators to level 5. Once off the elevators, enter through the double doors and head to the Wellness Studio located to the left, directly behind the Healing Garden.

What You Need: Flexible shoes are required. Please bring a water bottle.

Support Our Classes: Your generosity helps make these programs possible. Click here to make a gift. To support a specific program or explore additional ways to give to the Osher Center, please contact  Katie.Arce@foundation.uc.edu or 419-348-8437.