In the sun-dappled state of California, where palm trees sway like lanky teenagers at a school dance and where the ocean waves perform a never-ending ballet, a unique group of kids gather every morning. They're not your typical kids; they're the Tai Chi Titans, defenders of peace and purveyors of calm. Clad in the radiant hues of the sunrise, these kids assemble at the crack of dawn, ready to greet the day with a serene smile and a firm stance. The head of these Titans is a character as cool as a popsicle on a scorching day, and as quirky as a kangaroo in roller skates. His name? Master Walrus! Don't be fooled by the name, though. This walrus doesn't wallow around in the Arctic. No, no! Instead, he dons a black belt, a wizened look in his eye, and a Tai Chi stance that could halt a tornado in its tracks. Every morning, under the watchful eyes of Master Walrus, the kids transform the beach into a symphony of slow-motion moves. They're not just pulling off the perfect "Wave Hands Like Clouds" pose or the intricate "Fair Lady Works at Shuttles", they're building a fortress of calm around them. You'd think watching these kids might be like watching paint dry, but no sir! It's more entertaining than a monkey juggling bananas while riding a unicycle. The only thing more mesmerizing is Master Walrus himself, who, despite having no actual hands, executes the most elegant Tai Chi moves. Through the eyes of the Tai Chi Titans, California isn't just the Golden State. It's a dojo, a playground, a place where the sun greets their Tai Chi moves, and the waves provide the perfect soundtrack. Together with Master Walrus, they're making Tai Chi the coolest gig in town, one sunrise at a time.
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
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