Taiji In Chicago
Daoist Principles in Practice
We are a taiji (tai chi) school in Chicago, IL practicing the system taught by Patrick Kelly. This taiji system is an intelligent synthesis of the three great esoteric streams of Daoism/Buddhism, Gnosticism/Sufism, and Yogic internal work as studied by Patrick for over 50 years and synthesized with the approval of his teachers.
We believe that the great purpose of taiji is the great purpose of life itself – internal evolution.
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If you're interested in learning more about the World Wide Way of energy cultivation, self refinement, and meditation, observe any class free of charge, reserve your space here.
Or take free introductory classes on Sunday, January, 11 or Thursday, January 15, 2026. The next Beginner Series runs January 18 - April 9, join by February 1. Reservations open in December.
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Read about our lineage and what to expect from practicing taiji on The Practice page and watch videos on the Who? What? Where? When? Why? How? of our taiji system on the Media page.
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We bring in highly experienced teachers from Europe and Asia to train with us and our local teachers travel internationally to practice. We are dedicated to supporting a sincere practice that is in a lineage of real teachings.
12 Week Taiji Beginner Series January 18 - April 9
The Beginner Series:
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Attend up to 3 classes per week for 12 weeks
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Tuition is $450
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Payment plans available
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Tuition can be pro-rated for up to two weeks
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Credit for future classes and workshops will be issued in lieu of refunds
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Enroll by February 1
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The series is taught by Nathan Paulus and Mia Park
Taiji Beginner Series
We accept new taiji beginners every 3-4 months. We ask that you commit to taking at least 2 classes per week.
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Before beginning your taiji practice with us, we first ask that you observe any class or take a free intro class January 11 or 15, 2026.
This way, you can see how we practice and we can answer any questions you may have. Learn more about our practice and what to expect on The Practice page.
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The next Beginner Series is January 18- April 9, 2026. Join by February 1. Free class registration opens in December.
Class Schedule
You must either complete or be enrolled in the 12 week Beginner Series to participate in these classes. There are no drop-in classes. You're welcome to observe class in person, free of charge. Reserve your observation class here.​
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Sunday: 11:30 am-1 pm
Monday: 6:15-7:45 pm*
Wednesday: 6:15-7:30 pm
Thursday: 10-11:15 am
*Long Form Class for students 1 year+​
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE: No class on Thanksgiving day. All other classes run as scheduled.
Location:
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Five Point Holistic Health, 2866 N. Milwaukee Ave, Logan Square. ​
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Check here for your best route on public transportation.
CLASS PRICES:
$25 per class
$150 monthly unlimited
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Observe a Class for Free:
RSVP to observe a class in person, anytime. As schedules occasionally change, please contact us to make sure class is confirmed.
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Monthly Taiji Workshops
Our instructors offer workshops for students of all levels who are already practicing in our school. The workshops are $50 and take place at Five Point Holistic Health.​​​​
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November 16 with Nathan
Sunday
1:30-4 PM
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​​​​December 14 with Mia
Sunday
1:30-4 PM
January 11 with Nathan
Sunday
1:30-4PM
February 8 with Nathan
Sunday
1:30-4PM
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These workshops are intended to help committed students grow in their taiji practice and internal work. This format offers more time for questions and practice of the taiji principles emphasized within our system.
What to expect:
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Refinement of basic taiji principles in loosening exercises, short form, and tuisho (push hand patterns).
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Increased understanding of 5 phases of movement.
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Accuracy and inches in short form.
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Coordination of 5 phases, plus focus on connection, yielding, and neutralizing in 8 tuisho patterns.
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Working with intention.
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Applications to help student develop pressure through body.
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Meditation practice.
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Payment plans are available, email us.
Taiji Weekend with Guillem Bernadó
March 20 - 22, 2026
We're excited to bring deeply experienced taiji teachers to Chicago. Guillem Bernadó Gil de Bernabé has studied intelligently with our teacher Patrick Kelly for over 20 years. Guillem runs a school in Thailand and teaches in Spain and Boston.
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Expect detailed explanations of the taiji accuracies, philosophy, and esoteric/spiritual system at this workshop. There will be ample opportunities for questions and answers.
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The workshop location is Five Point Holistic Health, 2866 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL.
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Friday, March 20, 6-9pm
Saturday, March 21, 10am - 6pm
Sunday, March 22, 10am-6pm
​Weekend classes will run 10am-1pm. Break. 3-6pm
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The ​Friday night class is open to anyone who has practiced taiji /tai chi in the system of Professor Chen Man Ching, Master Huang, or Patrick Kelly. Tuition is $75
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If you have studied taiji in the World Wide Way system with Patrick Kelly and comfortably know the Short Form, you are invited to practice the entire weekend, Friday - Sunday. Tuition is $300
Payment plans available. Email to make arrangements. Save the date!
Wondering how to get started right away?
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Observe any class in person, free of charge
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Read thoroughly PatrickKellyTaiji.com and WorldWideWay.org
Seek a broad balance of life experience while balancing action, feeling and thought.
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Harm no one – help those near to you.
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Respond positively – don't react.
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Understand others – change yourself.
c/o Five Point Health
2866 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647