Class information and registration for Yang Style Tai Chi, offered to the public at Santa Ana College through their Community Education program. With certified instructor Stephen Bay, who has over 20 years of experience teaching Tai Chi in California and Japan.
Santa Ana College — 2025 Fall Semester Schedule
Tai Chi Level 1 (Exercises and Basic Techniques)
Learn the basic exercises of Yang style Tai Chi, which studies have shown can help lower blood pressure, improve balance, build up strength, increase flexibility, and more! This class will also teach you the foundational movements needed to learn traditional forms. A prerequisite for the Level 2 Forms and Applications class.
Fall Quarter B: October 11–December 13, 2025
- Santa Ana College Amphitheater (Outdoors)
- Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM
- 10/18–12/13 (8 sessions; no class 11/29)
- Fee: $109 per person
- Event 71558
- Register here (through Santiago College website)
Tai Chi Level 2 (Forms and Applications)
In this intermediate/advanced class, you’ll build upon the exercises taught in Tai Chi I and learn the traditional Yang style Tai Chi solo forms, the partner form, and the fast form, along with self-defense applications, pushing hands, and advanced stretching and breathing exercises. Prerequisite: Must have completed Tai Chi I: Basic Exercises or some previous experience with Tai Chi exercises.
Fall Quarter B: October 14–December 16, 2025
- Santa Ana College room W-107 (gym)
- Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00 PM
- 10/14–12/16 (8 sessions; no class 11/11 and 11/25)
- Fee: $119 per person
- Event 71560
- Register here
Parking Information
- FOR LEVEL 1 on SATURDAYS: Park in Lot 6, which is south of the amphitheater, where our classes meet. Download a map here.
- FOR LEVEL 2 on TUESDAYS: Park in Lot 11, which is south of Building W, where our classes meet.
- Parking is $2 per day for 8 hours maximum. Daily permits can be purchased at dispensers or you can pay online via the link sent to you by Santa Ana College.
What to Wear
No need for uniforms or special gear—just wear loose, comfortable clothing and workout shoes that have flat soles with a good grip. For your own safety, do not wear sandals, high heels, or slippers.