Peter got pushy and aggressive when I failed to respond to his email in two days. When I did respond telling him I didnt appreciate that, he got defensive and insulted me. Told me I needed therapy. If you are getting angry so easily, you need therapy too. If youre looking for a relaxing but physically demanding activity, try yoga. Not an unstable tai chi master.

I had been interested in tai chi/qigong and meditation for quite a while before finding Chuan Fa. Peter is a Master in many of the martial arts and his enthusiasm about tai chi in the introduction class was contagious. He was encouraging from the very beginning! After the beginners class, I found the love and commitment to continue with tai chi. I have gained so much; a different way to look at many things in life, have a better understanding of mindfulness, relaxation technique and much about myself. I am more flexible and have much better balance and strength. Peter and Connie are great teachers, they vary the classes and there is so much to learn, each class building on the last. They offer the classes in a way that will encourage you to keep learning and practicing.

As a senior, it is hard to even start with the benefits of Tai Chi. I tried Yoga but it requires a lot of upper body strength (think pushups) and I was unable to do this with arms that no longer have the strength. I have always wanted to begin Tai Chi and was not disappointed with Peter Litchfield. His patience is amazing and after a bit of time you start to understand the concept of slowing down and the grace of movement (even at 65). For the first time in years I have been able to squat down and read things on the bottom row of a store, I can also get up by myself without help. Something I have been unable to do before Peter and Tai Chi. Daily chores are easier and I can feel the difference in the strength and balance in my body. Peter is an amazing teacher and I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to improve their quality of life, even starting at 65.

I had taken Tai Chi from another instructor in Boston before moving to Florida where I learned the basics of the Yang style and little else. I knew there was more to Tai Chi than just learning the movements. I’ve been taking lessons from Peter Litchfield for over 7 years. In that time, I have learned the Tai Chi form, but more importantly, patience, meditation, and a belief in myself that I never had.Peter has a way of challenging you in everything. When you walk into his class, be prepared to think. He paces the class so that each student is challenged at his or her level of competence. For anyone interested in taking Tai Chi, I highly recommend Peter Litchfield.