Gary Givental

Gary Givental is a martial artist, yoga practitioner, and movement enthusiast whosepassion lives at the intersection of martial arts, Tai Chi, and healing. With over thirtyyears of dedicated training, his journey has taken him through the precision ofIsshinryu Karate, the depth of Yuechia Kung Fu, the fluid power of White CraneKung Fu, and the grounding practice of Tang Soo Do—each tradition adding a newlayer to his understanding of movement, body, and energy. Woven throughout it allhas been twenty years of yoga, deeply informing how he moves, teaches, and heals.Gary currently studies Tai Chi Chuan under Sifu Jason Schoenherr, whose lineagetraces directly to the internationally celebrated Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, one of themost respected voices inChinese martial arts today. Alongside his movementpractice, Gary holds certifications in Pranic Healing, Advanced Pranic Healing, andAdvanced Hypnotherapy—reflecting his belief that wellness lives in the wholeperson, not just the physical body. He hasalso served as Adjunct Faculty atLawrence Technological University, teaching Software Engineering for three years.His Tai Chi classes are open to all levels and offer a grounded, welcoming space formindful movement and breath.