Two months ago, I was a stressed out mess, ready to walk away from my job as a Registered Nurse. Luckily, I stumbled across Sifu Paler, and his teaching in Yang style Tai Chi has truly made a difference in my life. I am in control of that stress now, and have learned a great deal about myself. Michael not only teaches Tai Chi, but the history and philosophy behind it, which is amazing. And I never thought I would enjoy the martial aspects of the art as well. The studio is a great place to learn, in a calm, pleasant environment. Michael is an excellent, patient teacher, and the other students are open and welcoming. So, if you are a complete newbie like myself looking for a fun, mind expanding activity, check out the Beginner Tai Chi schedule and give it a try! I never imagined getting into a martial art, but can see myself playing Tai Chi for the rest of my life.
-Kirin, RN
Before beginning my studies of Tai Chi with Michael Paler, I had studied the 108 Yang style Tai Chi form for three years and the Chen Man Chang 37 style form for five years and then practiced without instruction for 20 years. Though this considerable experience helped me refine my Tai Chi practice, I came to Michael looking for more, uncertain of what to expect. On our first meeting, I was most impressed with Michael’s passion for teaching and his knowledge about Tai Chi, Chi Kung and their relation to Taoist principles. Though I was not initially interested in martial applications, I have found that Michael’s approach to teaching push hands allows me to understand much more about the art and spirituality of Tai Chi. Michael’s studio is a calm, relaxing and fun place to learn Tai Chi and Chi Kung. Michael’s extensive experience, his high level of mastery and his passion for the art of Tai Chi have allowed me to grow immensely in both practice and understanding; I am continually inspired to learn more as a result of his excellent, but laid back approach to teaching. He is a wonderful master for both beginning and advanced students and his push-hands club is lots of fun as well.
-Professor Howard Drossman
I have found Tai Chi with Michael Paler to be a positive life changing experience, reducing my neck and back pain. I would recommend Michael Paler to anyone interested in practicing Tai Chi and Qigong for health in the Pikes Peak and Colorado Springs area.
- Dr. Degeare
At age 62 I was looking for a tai chi class for its health benefits, and I found Tai Chi Boxing Association.
Michael Paler is an excellent instructor. His studio has a calm, relaxed feeling, lending to positive instruction. Mr. Paler combines ancient practices with real world application.
I have increased my flexibility and balance with tai chi and have found additional benefits from the qigong and push hands classes.
I recommend any one interested in longevity and a better quality of life to stop in and talk with Mr. Paler.
- Sincerely,
Ken
[On the lighter side: I am not an actor, I'm a real student.]
Practice Tai Chi in a beautiful studio in the sky! Training at Tai Chi Colorado Springs Boxing Association focuses on the 24 posture form, qi gong, & push hands sensitivity training. My flexibility, balance & strength improves daily, along with self confidence. When Michael teaches, he includes the martial application of Tai Chi; so not only am I doing physical activity that makes my body stronger, more flexible & vibrant, I am learning self defense. Michael is incredibly kind, compassionate & infinitely patient with an amazing ability to work with each student at their own pace, even in a group setting
- Christine Campbell
There are people that know a craft and there are those who are able to teach that craft. Michael is one of those people. I was expecting to learn some of the technique but Michael brought in other aspects as well as visualizations that helped to perform the technique properly.
- Vikki Walton
After sixteen years of learning from Michael I still find it amazing how much he still has to teach me. If your a beginner, intermediate or advanced there is much to learn from these classes. Tai Chi is a life long commitment, and you are never done learning, it is nice to have someone that can not only help you grow in the art but also continue to find new things to teach you.
- Brian Moore
I knew I wanted to get into martial arts and Tai Chi. I spent a lot of time researching the various schools in my area and kept coming up with the same old programs that have been around forever. Then I found Michael of Tai Chi Boxing Association of Colorado Springs. Michael provides the authentic Tai Chi instruction I was looking for. I leave his classes feeling stronger, more balanced, and full of energy.
- Jim
I can honestly say without a doubt that its one of the best martial arts schools you can go to. Classes are fun and relaxing. The school is beautiful and the teacher is gifted teaching authentic Tai Chi. I'm a dedicated snowboarder and cant express enough how much practicing Tai Chi has improved my skill. I cant wait for my son to be old enough to learn from Master Michael.
- Donna Thill
I have been studying Tai Chi Chuan for almost a year. I learned more from Michael in one week, than in my past nine months training. Michael, is a great teacher. He presents an authentic product, that is not found anywhere else in southern Colorado. He teaches from a beautiful studio, nestled in the foothills, close to Cheyenne Mountain. The studio is very clean, and features beautiful hardwood floors, a floor to ceiling mirror about 20 foot long, and a view of Pike's Peak. Your work outs will be accompanied by soft Chinese style music, and interesting aroma therapy. I have Gout, since I have been practicing the Tai Chi, the day to day joint pain has disappeared. Tai Chi Chuan makes your abdomen, back and legs really strong. Even if you think you can't exercise, just a little bit of Tai Chi everyday will make you stronger. If you have heard about the health benefits of Tai Chi Chuan, and are curious, give Michael a call. If you are looking for a traditional martial arts curriculum, give Michael a call. Please don't hesitate, this guy is for real.
- JJR
I have been taking Tai Chi for over eight years. I learned more in the last month and a half than in all that time in regards to chi, Qigong and Tai Chi. I find Master Michael Paler to be the best teacher I have ever had and the most definitive in his methods of teaching. I intend to learn all he can possibly teach me about Tai Chi. Respectfully,
- Jim Spratt
