Zoom Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention with Pat Lawson--CLOSED

The Tai Chi for Arthritis program was created by Dr Paul Lam and his team of medical and tai chi experts 20 years ago. More than 30 medical studies have proven it to improve health and quality of life for almost anyone. Millions of people around the world have gained health benefits from it. That is why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.gov), government agencies, and arthritis foundations around the world support it. Tai chi is proven to improve immunity by about 50%. It also relieves stress and improves almost all aspects of health.

Dr. Lam created this package with two parts. The Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) is a self-paced virtual program containing essential material to train effective and safe instructors. All you have to do is follow the sequence with Dr Lam’s video guides for every step.  To be successful in the live interactive training, you must devote some time to the SIPP including practicing the movements of the set.  After you register for this workshop, you will receive a link to the Self-Paced Instructor Preparation Package, an online package that you can complete in your own time. Do enroll ASAP because you must complete it before the August workshop. Depending on your experience, it may take anywhere from 10 to 70 hours.  You must know the sequence of movements before the live training. Work at your own pace, but allow an average of 30-45 hours including practicing the movements.  The online SIPP materials will continue to support you as a new instructor. You will have access to the materials for 365 days.  

The live, Zoom portion of this instructor training is very personal. The Master Trainer will work with you to answer your questions, help to improve your tai chi, and ensure you can teach the program safely and effectively.  There will be discussions, practice sessions, sharing of skills and knowledge, Question and Answer portions, and, most importantly, personal tuition. The Master Trainer will give you feedback on what you did well and how you can improve your tai chi and teaching skill and connect you to the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI), fellow instructors, and Senior Trainers and offer continual support.

Reasons to Come

• Enjoy learning at your own pace and the personal training to become eligible to be an instructor of this program
• Learn how to teach this program effectively and safely
•  Discover how tai chi improves health, reduces falls, and relieves arthritis
• Learn Dr Lam's Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method
•  Learn about the essential principles of tai chi
•  Improve your level of tai chi in a positive, enjoyable and interactive environment

Requirements

By the Completion of the Workshop you will:

•  Know the Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention set at a deeper level
• Understand how tai chi improves health and relaxation and helps prevent falls
• Have learned how to teach this program effectively and safely
• Have improved your tai chi skill and knowledge
• Have learned how to attract and retain more students

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

The live interactive portion will be held via the Zoom platform on two half days, August 13 & 14, 10:00am to 2:00pm each day, Mountain Time.

A brief half hour  “tech check” meeting will be held, date to be determined,  to be sure you are familiar using Zoom and can be seen head-to-toe. 

This training is closed and sponsored by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services.

Virtual, on the Zoom platform

Questions?  Contact Master Trainer Patricia Lawson at taichilawson@gmail.com or 772-260-3365