Portland is a green city. Well, that’s an obvious statement for anyone who has ever been there and noticed all of the lush and beautiful foliage, trees and gardens. However, it is also green in the environmental sense. And if that’s a strong statement to make about any city it can be modified to acknowledging that many of the city’s residents are extremely health, fitness and environmentally oriented. And now one might think that would be obvious in such a naturally beautiful city, and it is. Part of what many people do on a daily basis to keep them fit physically, mentally and also spiritually is to engage in a tai chi or yoga workout.

There are many studios and private instructor lessons that provide all levels of tai chi exercise to participants of all ages. The Tai Chi Foundation is a well respected organization with a school in Portland. They take a holistic approach to the art and emphasize the emotional balancing aspects of this practice. The Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA is another well respected establishment with a branch in Portland. It has various levels of training and practice lessons. It is not uncommon to see people in some of the city’s beautiful parks practicing this ancient art. The Portland luxury hotels will have information on where guests can participate in a local class.

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