Charlessa Thatcher, LMSW, is a Tai Chi Easy™ senior trainer through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, and a certified Holden QiGong Instructor, Kripalu yoga teacher, Creative Kids Yoga teacher, Reiki master, and certified trauma professional. She is also an experienced choreographer and qigong healer, integrating movement, mindfulness, and energy work to support holistic well-being. Charlessa is passionate about teaching adults, children, and teens to use qigong, tai chi, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness as essential self-care tools in everyday life.
With more than 30 years of experience teaching in diverse settings—including county government, private organizations, wellness centers, and public and private schools—Charlessa has served a wide range of populations with compassion and expertise. She draws on her extensive background in movement, mindfulness, and social work to create accessible, evidence-informed programs that promote physical vitality and emotional balance.