It might seem like a strange combination: the ancient practice of Tai Chi and the very latest in cutting-edge virtual reality gaming. But by bringing them together, we created a unique and immersive VR experience that stimulates the mind, body, and spirit.

In Guided Tai Chi, users can enjoy relaxing exercises inspired by several popular Tai Chi styles. With stunning virtual environments, step-by-step instructions, and a points system that allows users to track their progress on global leaderboards, Guided Tai Chi provides an easy-to-follow experience that delights users of all fitness levels.

We realized that learning Tai Chi moves is best done with visual instruction — you can explain movements as much as you want, but there’s really no substitute for actually seeing what you need to be doing in real time. To bring this to the Guided Tai Chi app, we built a motion capture studio and recorded a Tai Chi instructor’s movements throughout the sessions. Using this motion data, we were able to add a virtual instructor into the VR environment, which users could easily watch and follow along with as they learned how to do complex Tai Chi maneuvers.