This class is most suited to, but not limited to those with some foundational tai chi experience. No specific form is required.

Most of our classes are sliding scale. Read more about how to self-identify here. 

Tai chi symbol tracing hands is a foundation for silk reeling training to improve internal energy flow and to cultivate Qi. This training will provide a valuable tool to delve deeper into the inner workings of tai chi. Silk reeling exercises train the whole body to move as one continual spiraling unit driven from the waist through the feet and legs. How you move in silk reeling is how you move in the Tai Chi form. One informs the other.

Silk reeling practice is a lifelong skill to improve your Tai Chi form.

Over three classes, we will learn the tai chi symbol tracing hands patterns on both sides, gaining an understanding of how these patterns, in harmony with the body's integrated movements, will provide a deeper foundation and understanding to tai chi form practice.

Dress comfortably with loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes with minimal tread to prevent sticking.

Classes are offered both in-person in Richmond VA and virtually on Zoom. We have space for a limited number of people in person and plenty of spots online! If you would like to be in person and we appear sold out, please contact us.

Sliding scale pricing means that we are offering the same experience in a class, event, or session at multiple price points. Learn more about our sliding scale model here. Choose the price tier that best fits your financial needs at this time, based on your income level and circumstances. If using a code, copy the code from below. Click the Registration button. Click "Redeem Coupon" before paying. Paste the appropriate code in the box, "Apply" the code, and check out. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

• Tier 1 (Full Price): $72 ($24/class) no code needed

  • I can easily meet my basic needs and have disposable income

• Tier 2 (Community Rate): $60 ($20/class) use code TIER2-$60

  • I can meet my basic needs but full price prevents me from attending

• Tier 3 (Accessible Rate): $48 ($16/class) use code TIER3-$48

  • I struggle to meet my basic needs and rely on the accessible rate to attend

About Cheri (she/her)

Cheri Maffei-Wolff has been teaching Tai Chi in Richmond for the past 18 years.

She has trained extensively in several Tai Chi open hand styles including Yang, Sun, and Guang Peng. She frequently competed in National Tournaments entering Open Hand form competitions and the partner practice of Push Hands, earning multiple gold medals in each.

Cheri subscribes to the practice of Tai Chi as the continual process of looking within for mental, physical, and spiritual balance, as well as for vitality and longevity.