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YMAA Eastern Connecticut

Danielson, CT — United States
Branch School
About YMAA Eastern Connecticut

YMAA Eastern Connecticut teaches the Yang-style 108 posture form learned from YMAA founder and Taiji Master, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. Classes are offered within Danielson Martial Arts Academy, at the intersection of Route 6 and Route 12, off of I-395 in Danielson, CT. Classes are taught in a friendly and encouraging environment where students are supported as individuals. We understand that everyone comes with their own abilities, motivations, and life commitments, and our instructors are dedicated to helping each person develop at their own pace.

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Find Us Contact
Address
30 Wauregan Road
Danielson, CT
United States
Get in Touch
Phone (860) 268-1023
Email ymaaeasternct@gmail.com
Web ymaaeasternct.com
What We Offer Services & Classes
Adult Classes
Tai Chi for Seniors
Stress Reduction
Self-Defense
Training Disciplines & Programs
Taijiquan
  • Yang-Style Long Form
  • Pushing Hands
  • Martial Applications
Qigong
  • Qigong for Martial Arts
  • Taiji Qigong
  • Taiji Ball Qigong
Qin Na
  • Taiji Qin Na
Leadership Instructors
Karyl Bulmer
Karyl Bulmer
Taijiquan 3rd Rank
Following the YMAA curriculum, Karyl attained the level of Assistant Instructor in April 2026. She has also attended various workshops and the YMAA North America summer camps developing her skills in applications, silk reeling, push hands, and chin na. She also co-teaches classes in Danielson and provides weekly instruction to fellow co-workers at Eastern Connecticut State University.
Dan Salive
Dan Salive
Taijiquan 4th Rank

Dan has been studying /practicing Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan for over 36 years. Studied Tai Chi Chuan with YMAA for thirty years (Boston) and currently ranked assistant instructor in YMAA curriculum working toward the fifth stripe.

  • Been teaching in Connecticut since April 2017.
  • Studied Tai Chi Chuan in NYC with C.K. Chu for two years
  • Studied Tai Chi Chuan with Guang Zhi Xing for two years (Hartford, CT)
  • Studied Tai Chi Chuan with Malee Khow for two years (Manchester, CT)

In addition to Tai Chi Chuan, Dan has experienced limited training in the following arts:

  • Taekwondo
  • Uechi-Ryu
  • Bagua
  • Pai Lum Kung Fu
Schedule Classes
Taiji Form Classes
  • Wednesdays 5:30 – 7:00pm
  • Fridays 10:30am – 12:00pm
Pushing Hands / Applications
  • Wednesdays 7:00 – 8:30pm
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