Qigong Classes: Where to Find One

Where can I find qigong classes near me?

Where to look	How to search	What to expect
Senior or recreation center	Seasonal program guide	Fee is in the guide
Hospital or cancer center	Integrative medicine program	May be limited to patients
YMCA	Your branch's class schedule	Varies by branch
Veterans Affairs (VA) site	Whole Health contact	For Veterans
Teacher directories	Filter by state	Private teachers, own prices
Online	Directories, live classes	Ask if the teacher can see you

Search under every spelling: qigong, qi gong, chi gong and chi kung. Many classes also appear together with tai chi.

Senior and community centers

Town recreation departments and senior centers are good first calls. West Milford, New Jersey, lists a fall 2026 Qigong for Longevity series under its senior activities.[2] The Colorado Springs Senior Center's fall 2026 schedule includes a Zhineng Qigong class and a SilverSneakers class that combines tai chi and qigong.[3]

If you don't know whom to call, the Eldercare Locator, a public service of the Administration for Community Living, connects older adults with local services at 1-800-677-1116.[4]

Hospitals and cancer centers

Look for a program called integrative medicine, integrative health or wellness. Dana-Farber's Zakim Center, for example, listed a 45-minute virtual Qigong & Meditation class for September 11, 2026. It was set up webinar-style, so participants' video isn't shared.[5] These programs may be meant for patients, so ask first.

Veterans should ask the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Its Whole Health program says tai chi is part of the medical benefits package when a care team deems it clinically necessary, and it advises asking your provider about tai chi or qigong.[6] What's offered varies by site. VA Palo Alto, for example, lists a weekly qigong class.[7]

YMCA

Schedules are set locally, so check your own branch. The Northwest Family YMCA in Rochester, New York, has a qigong listing on Mondays and Wednesdays.[8] An undated regional directory lists Chi Gung at the Berkeley YMCA as free for members.[9] Ask your branch whether qigong is included in membership.

Associations and teacher directories

National Qigong Association (NQA): a membership organization founded in 1996.[10] Its Find a Teacher directory filters by country, state, online classes and certification level. The NQA notes that certification is voluntary.[11]
Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi: has its own teacher finder for the people it has certified.[12]
Tai Chi for Health Institute: its class finder includes some qigong classes. You contact the instructor directly.[13]

What should you check before signing up?

Training. The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) says the practice isn't regulated by the federal government or the states, and it advises asking about an instructor's training and experience.[1] Organizations set their own criteria. NQA instructor levels run from 200 to 1,000 documented hours.[14] A teacher outside these lists may still have long training, so ask where and for how long.
A trial class. Ask whether you can try one session before paying. You'll see whether the pace and the explanations suit you.
Class size. Ask how many people attend and whether the teacher moves around the room.
Cost and commitment. Ask about drop-in rates, session fees and what happens if you miss a class.
The form. Ask what's taught, such as the Eight Brocades or the 18 Movements.
Your body. Ask whether you can follow along from a chair. The West Milford class, for example, can be done standing or sitting.[2] More on this is on our qigong for seniors page. Bring new or severe symptoms to your doctor first, and read is qigong safe?

What is the average cost of a qigong class?

Fees vary widely, and we found no national price list. Here are three public examples, two from 2026 listings and one from a regional directory:

West Milford charges $40 for 8 classes, or $5 a class.[2]
The Colorado Springs Senior Center lists its qigong class at $55 for a seven-week block and offers a $10 drop-in option when space allows.[3]
The Berkeley YMCA listing says classes are free for members, which leaves the cost of membership.[9]

Private teachers set their own prices, so ask.

Can you take qigong classes online?

Yes. The NQA directory has a filter for teachers offering online classes.[11] The Tai Chi for Health Institute's finder has an online tab.[13] When you compare options, ask whether a class is live or recorded and whether the teacher can see you.

For free practice at home, see our comparison of qigong YouTube channels.

How to find a qigong class near you