Business Details
13 Years
experience
Philadelphia's Premier Tai Chi & Qi Gong Instruction
Founded in 2013, Oriental Fitness Institute has established itself as Philadelphia's premier destination for authentic Tai Chi and Qi Gong instruction. Our founder, Mr. Jingshan Tang, brings over four decades of expertise dating back to 1978, having taught at prestigious institutions including the University of the Arts and participated in international Tai Ji Quan forums. We specialize in evidence-based programs that combine traditional Chinese exercise methods with modern rehabilitation techniques, demonstrated through our groundbreaking seated Tai Chi research showing accelerated recovery timelines.Our certified instructors deliver personalized instruction across multiple styles, emphasizing health benefits like improved circulation, neuromuscular activation, and longevity through structured 28.8-minute practice cycles aligned with traditional Chinese medicine principles.
Services
Tai Chi Instruction
Qi Gong Classes
Rehabilitation Programs
Private Lessons
Online Zoom Classes
Seated Tai Chi Therapy
Yang Family Style
Chen Style Training
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Certified instruction since 1978 with Harvard Medical School conference participation
- Proven rehabilitation techniques showing 3.5 hours = 1 week recovery equivalence
- Multiple styles including Yang Family 8 Form and Chen Style 38 Form
- Personalized 28.8-minute practice cycles aligned with traditional Chinese medicine
- Research-backed seated Tai Chi methodology for limited mobility patients
Services
Tai Chi Instruction
Our Tai Chi programs teach traditional Yang Family and Chen Style techniques through structured 28.8-minute cycles. Classes improve circulation, balance, and longevity while offering rehabilitation benefits. Instructors guide students through progressive forms from 8-form basics to advanced 103-form sequences.
Qi Gong Classes
Specialized Qi Gong instruction focuses on neuromuscular activation and energy flow. Sessions combine breathing techniques with controlled movements to enhance blood circulation and promote cellular regeneration. Programs include seated options for mobility-impaired participants.
Rehabilitation Programs
Evidence-based rehabilitation combines seated Tai Chi with traditional Chinese medicine principles. Our methodology demonstrates accelerated recovery timelines, showing 3.5 hours of practice equals one week of conventional therapy through improved circulation and nerve activation.
Private Lessons
Customized one-on-one instruction tailors Tai Chi and Qi Gong practices to individual needs. Sessions focus on specific goals like post-injury recovery, chronic pain management, or mastery of particular forms with personalized feedback from certified instructors.
Online Classes
Live Zoom sessions provide remote access to all class offerings. Students participate in real-time instruction with interactive feedback, following the same curriculum as in-person classes while maintaining flexibility for home practice environments.
People
Mr. Jingshan Tang
Founder & Head Instructor
Master practitioner since 1978 with teaching experience at University of the Arts and international forums. Featured on Discovery Channel, he developed rehabilitation techniques showing 3.5 hours of Tai Chi equals one week of conventional therapy.
Questions
What Tai Chi styles do you teach?
We offer Yang Family Style (8-form, 24-form, 49-form, 103-form) and Chen Style (19-form, 38-form) with specialized sword and fan variations.
Do you offer beginner classes?
Yes, our '8 Forms' introductory class provides foundational skills with slow, gentle movements perfect for first-time practitioners focusing on breathing and meditation.
Can Tai Chi help with rehabilitation?
Our seated Tai Chi program demonstrates accelerated recovery, showing 3.5 hours of practice equals one week of conventional therapy through improved circulation and nerve activation.
Are online classes available?
Yes, live Zoom sessions mirror our in-person schedule with interactive instruction available for all class levels and styles.
What are your instructor qualifications?
Founder Mr. Jingshan Tang has practiced since 1978, taught at University of the Arts, and participated in international forums with 20+ years of documented research outcomes.
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