As a new practitioner to Taijiquan and online lessons, I really appreciate the time Kathy takes to explain the subtleties of breathing, meaning and movement in this martial art. Kathy’s teaching style is gracefully instinctive. She transitions effortlessly between hard and soft applications, while keeping it fun and lively. I am grateful that our paths have crossed and look forward to learning more from her.
Lain C
Boston, MA, USA
What I appreciate in Kathy's teaching is how she is honest, earnest, and wholly committed. She gives all her attention to you from the beginning to the end, and always makes sure her instructions are very clear and specific. Moreover, once she knows your goals, she will not hesitate to show you the right path to achieve it.
Jean-Luc D
Dijon, France
Kathy leads you through an absolutely awesome class of simple and rewarding exercises – the movements are subtle and easy to do – leaving me with a feeling of peace and sense of physical as well as mental well-being. She is a most engaging and positive instructor, and I look forward to more classes with her!
Jean W
Boston, MA, USA
I've never done Qi Gong before and feel fortunate to have been referred to her online classes. Her class tonight was wonderful — I felt so much better in my body and mind, a very peaceful feeling. I have learned so much in a short time about the correspondence between the organs and the acupuncture points and moving the Qi. I look forward to seeing Kathy’s radiant, smiling face again. She has a glow of 'positivity' which I find extremely uplifting in these extraordinarily, difficult times.
Carol
Boston, MA, USA
Kathy Yang's expertise and enlivened approach to teaching Medical Qigong made the subject come alive for me—for the very first time after years of study. She is remarkably gifted as a teacher, caring as a healer, and so eager to grow and learn it boosts your spirit.
Suki Munsell, PhD, Somatic Movement Therapist and Teacher
Mill Valley, CA, USA
DynamicVitality.com
Each time my school hosts Kathy, we love her teaching—the content, her pedagogy, and her qualities as a human being. It is a rare chance to be able to learn from someone who is so knowledgeable, approachable, and human.
Pierre C
Paris-Vincennes, France
What a gift it is to have Kathy's free online classes! I enjoy her teaching and really appreciate the elements of Chinese medicine that she is introducing — I would enjoy learning more! Thank you so much, I hope to be back!
Ruth
Boston, MA, USA
I really love when Kathy illustrates the little details of the Tai Chi form in the online classes. I think these small but important bits are especially well suited to being taught online as every one of us has a good view and can see exactly what she is modeling.
Chris
Boston, MA, USA
I love the taiji ball practice with Kathy! My back felt very good the next morning and I could feel how it opened my whole back! These practices are all so healing. Thank you so much, I am also glad to learn them from a woman! Kathy has such a joyful exuberance!
Carla M
Rockport, MA, USA
Kathy Yang brings not only her incredible expertise and depth of knowledge to her teaching, but also her big heart. She is genuinely interested in her students’ bodies, minds and spirits. In every class I take, I feel uplifted and nourished. A teacher of her caliber does not come along very often.
Angela R
Boston, MA, USA
I cherish all that is shared and all that I learn from Kathy. I feel as though we go to a very special place together. Through her group classes and private lessons, Kathy introduces people to something that is life-changing—how we eat, how we move, and how we understand our bodies. It is all a part of what she provides for her students. Life is precious, and Kathy Yang leads us to a much greater appreciation of who and what we are.
Marsha H
Andover, MA, USA
Kathy made a deep impression on the connection between food and emotions. More than that she connected specific emotions to certain foods and what our choices may be telling us about the health and balance of our organ systems. I will be paying more attention to my feelings and less on dietary restrictions from books, from now on. She also explained in clear detail what damp foods are and the phlegm they can cause. Her use of metaphors made it easy to retain the information.
Linda D
Andover, MA, USA
Kathy is a remarkable person who embraces others with her gentle nature. I could listen to her for hours—for guidance and to learn with great fun.
Britta S
Marbach, Germany
Kathy has the marvelous gift of connecting with people's hearts when she teaches—communicating with all her heart, mind and spirit combined. She is a brilliant martial artist, who performs with a blend of strength, elegance and grace. I enjoy very much working together with her!
Daniel C
Santiago, Chile
I attended a Qigong and Tai Chi Push Hands workshop led by Kathy Yang this past summer and was very impressed how knowledgeable and how well she taught these topics. She has managed to step out of the enormous shadow of her father, Master Yang Jwing-Ming, and has come into her own as a skilled martial artist, teacher and doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Mike C
Mount Arlington, NJ, USA
If you are looking to learn Tai Chi or Qigong, you have to study with Kathy Yang. Her teaching style and methods are awesome. They helped me not only to improve upon my skills, but also to absorb the deeper benefits of each practice. She makes it easy to learn and the results are felt immediately when you train. I highly recommend it.
Ricardo Hercules
Brazil
Tai Chi Chuan practitioner of 20+ years
Kathy is a natural teacher. Her entire approach was wonderful. She was very systematic which made the points easy to follow. She allowed discussion and validated people's input, but then brought everything round to the primary point and clarified it. When someone revealed that they misunderstood a concept, she gently, but clearly, corrected it. I have been in education for many years. She is, perhaps, the best teacher I have encountered.
Candace H
Tigard, OR, USA
Many thanks to Kathy for her genuine and sincere teaching. She knew, without words, what keys I needed to advance, progress and build me up stronger. Her gentleness and power, and the spirit she embodies, are also many subtle teachings that she has passed on to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Emmanuelle F
Dijon, France
Kathy Yang is a first class teacher of Tai Chi and Medical Qigong. On top of her personal mastery, Kathy is patient and personable, and she includes insight into the medical benefits and martial arts applications of each step. In group classes, all participants receive value, regardless of skill level. I am privileged to be her student!
Chris B
Littleton, MA, USA
Kathy has a talent for breaking complicated material down into understandable pieces. It provides a whole new dimension to my Taiji and Shaolin training. Kathy is generous to share her extensive knowledge with us. It is evident she really cares about people and I am grateful to be one of her students. Thank you for another week of wonderful classes.
Heidi B
Plymouth, MA, USA
I'm again so grateful for Kathy's energy and patience she shared with our group this week, as well as her willingness to be so present for all of us. This was one of the richest martial art learning experiences I have had in my life, due to the attention that she and Dr Yang made available to us.
Merek D
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Kathy is an excellent instructor and is able to convey the complexities and nuances of ancient philosophy in a modern, candid and deeply personal way. She shared her own "life journey" with the class and made a genuine connection with the students. I look forward to more classes with her.
Ron S
Andover, MA, USA
I’ve been practicing Tai Chi for several years, but what has always been missing is time for explanation of the basics. I believe that deep understanding allows us to practice consciously with much better results. Kathy does this great and I appreciate very much her way of explaining Qigong and basics of Tai Chi. She gives enough time to repeat both exercises and theory. I also appreciate very much Kathy's positive energy and the contact with classmates in the online classes. Thanks a lot!
Adam K
Gdynia, Poland
Kathy's online class was excellent. I have some background in Tai Chi and Qigong. Her teaching is suitable for all levels and she explains things well. You can clearly see the joy in Kathy's face when she is teaching and sharing her practice. Her classes are helping me stay healthy and strong during these strange times.
Dorothy
Boston, MA, USA
Kathy Yang is truly, in the words of another student, “a gift to the world.” Her mastery of the art and her innate gift for teaching combine with her intrinsic radiant goodness to transcend any medium. The virtual instruction is the equal of being physically present.
Harrison F
Boston, MA, USA
We have enjoyed Kathy Yang’s Zoom classes during this extended Coronavirus lockdown, where we have learned the White Crane Qigong and the Eight Pieces of Brocade Medical Qigong forms. Kathy always has a big welcoming smile that brings everybody together and immediately brightens our day. She is a very knowledgable teacher, taking great care to explain both form and essence in a clear and unhurried style. We learned a lot from Kathy about TCM and the practices that encourage good health. She “lets our hearts shine.”
Wendy & Bob
Victoria, BC, Canada
In a simple, clear and very enjoyable way, Kathy is able to introduce the world of TCM to people who have never heard of the subject or are still new to it. She reaches the heart of her listeners directly, inspiring them in the process of healing itself. In Córdoba, more than 160 people applauded her workshop on "Qigong and TCM for the Harmonization of Emotions." We are very happy to have her wisdom whenever she visits us in YMAA Latin America.
Jorge S
Córdoba, Argentina
Kathy is an exemplary teacher. She presents complex Qigong knowledge in a fun and simple way such that everyone understands it and can use it in daily life. I am extremely grateful for her teaching and the joy she gave to us.
Þorvaldur Ingi Jónsson, Qigong Instructor
Reykjavík, Iceland
Kathy's knowledge and skill in Qigong and TCM is self-evident. Kathy has an enquiring mind and can interpret your questions, so as to bring you to a point of understanding. Kathy is tenacious and forthright which gives you the impression Kathy is someone to trust and build a long professional relationship with. I would wholeheartedly recommend Kathy to anyone who is starting their TCM journey or a seasoned practitioner who would like a different perspective.
Colin Keil, MSc
Paio Mendes, Portugal
