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In the heart of Times Square, one of the busiest crossroads on the planet, lies a sole point of calm where people come to experience the life-transforming power of Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Nei Kung, Daoist Meditation, and more.

Welcome to CK Chu Tai Chi! Founded in 1973 by CK Chu, our school, now approaching its 50th anniversary, is one of the oldest and most celebrated Tai Chi Schools in the United States, with a long history of changing peoples’ lives physically, mentally, and more.

Initially, people come to our studio mostly from desire to experience a different modality for optimal health, to cultivate a sense of mind/body awareness, and learn self-defense. Yet, what they quickly discover, along with those transformative experiences, is a real sense of camaraderie, connectedness, and a kindred spirit among a diverse group of people.

All NYC businesses and non-profits were deeply impacted by the pandemic. Even though we were unable to meet in person at the studio, the teachers and the students quickly regrouped via online classes. Online teaching was not ideal, yet, our dedication to our practice, integrity as teachers, and constant outreach to our community and beyond, was a life-line for many, especially as the pandemic and deepening isolation gained momentum.

16-months passed in which no one had physically entered the studio. Our space had fallen into an extreme state of disrepair. There was water damage, much of the studio’s equipment was ruined, lighting fixtures needed replaced, our outdoor signage was vandalized, and more. Substantial work is needed to return the studio to being a usable space, and requires funding well-beyond the scope of our basic tuition and fees.

By the generous support of the Chu family, Sifu Harris, our instructors, present and former students, Nathaniel Wice (TCCC Board Member), and the Durst Organization, we were able to continue to pay rent and keep the studio. We just need some extra help in resurrecting the space.

Your contribution is greatly appreciated and goes a long way in helping us continue to make a profound difference in our community.

Donations $300 to $499 - receive a Tai Chi Short Form poster
                         $500 to $699 - receive a leather-bound copy of Sifu's book on Nei Kung
                         $700 to $899 - receive a private Chi Kung Session with one of our teachers
                         $900 to $999 - receive a framed copy of Chapter One of the Tao Te Ching in Sifu Chu's own calligraphy with English translation.
                         $1000 (and more) - receive a private coaching 1-HOUR session with Sifu Harris