"Although I am a physically active septuagenarian -runner, tennis player, skier- I have found that practicing Tai Chi with Bill Patterson has enhanced my quality of life. My balance, strength, and flexibility have all improved as a result of Bill teaching me Tai Chi. Last fall I was diagnosed with vertigo and found myself unstable for the first time in my life. Bill has taught me to stabilize my balance, and I can now stand comfortably on one foot when putting on my pants and shoes. Due to Bill's teaching, I know that Tai Chi isometric movements have strengthened my ligaments, tendons, and joints."---Dr. L. Malcolm Gordon, D.D.S. 

"Bill Patterson is a natural teacher. I take several of his classes each week, and he adapts his Tai Chi lessons to fit the physical needs and abilities of the participants. Bill truly believes in the medical and physical value of Tai Chi practices and knows that all of his students will benefit from the practice. He gives very clear demonstrations and encourages gentle movement only to an individual’s comfort level, allowing some students to practice Tai Chi while sitting. Bill is very patient, welcomes questions, and explains the advantage of each movement. I continue to enjoy learning from him."---Paula Gordon