Overview
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi is a holistic yoga studio in Seattle’s Wedgwood neighborhood that offers a unique blend of Eastern disciplines. Unlike traditional studios, it combines a modified Korean style of yoga with tai chi, qigong, and meditation practices focused on energy training and self-healing principles. The studio provides four signature class types, including Body & Brain Yoga for flexibility, Qigong & Tai Chi for strength and calm, Core Class for gut health, and Rhythm & Vibration for tension release. With a welcoming community and instructors praised for personalized attention, the practice is designed to be accessible to individuals of all ages and physical conditions. The center offers both in-person and online live classes, along with introductory sessions and memberships that can include workshops and one-on-one healing sessions.
Yoga Format
Yoga Styles
Studio Amenities
Studio Pricing
| Plan Name | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Qigong Starter Package | 5 Classes | $89 |
| Private Qigong Session | 1 Class | $49 |
| Intro + Trial Class | 1 Class | $30 |
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 9:00 am – 7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 9:00 am – 7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 9:00 am – 7:30 pm |
| Friday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm |
| Sunday | Open | – |
Studio in Details
A Holistic Approach to Mind-Body Wellness
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi in Seattle’s Wedgwood neighborhood offers a distinctive approach that blends Eastern disciplines into a comprehensive wellness system. Unlike many traditional yoga studios, this center combines qigong, tai chi, and meditation with what they describe as a modified Korean style of yoga. Visitors consistently note that the practice feels different from other forms of exercise or yoga they’ve tried, with one person calling it “unlike anything else you’ve experienced.” The philosophy centers on harmonizing body, mind, and spirit through energy training and self-healing principles. People describe the environment as welcoming and inclusive, with staff who are kind, attentive to individual needs, and fun. The studio’s location at the corner of 35th and 85th places it in the heart of the neighborhood, with free street parking available nearby.
The center’s identity is deeply tied to its holistic mission. Since 1996, the organization has focused on activating the brain’s natural ability to create health and happiness, drawing from a 10,000-year-old tradition. Visitors don’t mention typical Western yoga styles like vinyasa or hatha; instead, they experience a unique blend that includes energy work, martial arts elements, and meridian exercises. People appreciate that they don’t need fancy yoga outfits—comfortable clothing suffices. The practice is designed to be accessible to individuals of all fitness levels, with one visitor explicitly noting it’s for “no matter what age or physical condition you are in.” This accessibility extends to the teaching approach, which visitors describe as patient, caring, and focused on individual health concerns both physically and emotionally.
Signature Classes and Transformative Experiences
The studio offers four signature class types that form the core of their practice. The Body & Brain Yoga Class focuses on stretching, breathing, and centering to increase flexibility and provide an energy recharge. The Qigong & Tai Chi Class utilizes principles and techniques to build strength, mobility, and balance while calming the mind. The Body & Brain Core Class emphasizes gut health as the foundation of wellness, combining exercises and breathing techniques to strengthen the core and increase energy circulation to internal organs. Finally, the Rhythm & Vibration Class incorporates body shaking, free dance, and tapping to release tension and move energy. Visitors report that the classes are always different, preventing boredom that some experienced at traditional gyms.
People describe profound benefits from these practices. Many report immediate improvements, with one person feeling benefits “from day one” and another noting their shoulders became “a lot better” after taking energy qigong and tai chi for stress release. Multiple visitors mention significant improvements in balance, flexibility, strength, and energy levels. One long-term member found their balance “greatly improved with routine practice,” while another felt “healthier and in better condition” after six months. Beyond physical benefits, people consistently describe emotional and mental transformations—feeling calmer after meditation, experiencing reduced anxiety, and finding relief from depression. The practice seems particularly effective for stress-related issues, with visitors reporting they feel “lighter, freer, and pain-free” after workshops and more focused and peaceful with daily practice.
Community, Accessibility, and Personal Guidance
What distinguishes this center is its strong sense of community and personalized attention. Visitors repeatedly mention the warm community that makes them want to attend more classes and the genuinely kind, positive energy they encounter. The instructors receive particular praise for being “awesome,” “wonderful,” and caring about each person who comes into the studio. Lead instructor Sky Im brings extensive experience and a personal journey of overcoming panic attacks and depression, which informs her teaching. Master Diep, the studio manager, is described by one visitor as “more like a life coach, spiritual advisor, and a healer” who helps bring positive life changes. This personal guidance extends to one-on-one healing sessions that some members access through their memberships.
The center offers multiple access points to accommodate different needs and circumstances. While primarily an in-person studio, they provide online live classes through Zoom, which became essential during the pandemic and continues to serve those who prefer virtual practice. They offer introductory sessions for first-time customers at reduced rates, along with packages that include coaching. Membership options exist, with one visitor mentioning a one-year membership that includes workshops and individual healing sessions. The studio maintains a regular class schedule with various sessions throughout the week, though they’re closed on Sundays, the first day of each month, and most major U.S. holidays. For those beginning, the center recommends arriving ten minutes early wearing comfortable clothing and socks, with mats available for those who don’t bring their own. The overall impression from visitors is of a transformative practice that addresses the whole person in a supportive, neighborhood-based setting.