Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Instructor Workshop/Updates with Ileina Ferrier

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention

Dr. Paul Lam and his team of medical and tai chi experts designed this program to be safe and effective for people who are at increased risk of falling. It will also provide health benefits and improve almost anyone’s quality of life. More than 30 medical studies have shown its efficacy, and millions of people around the world have gained health benefits. This is why the Centers of 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.

Based on the Sun style of tai chi, Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention (TCAFP) is easy to learn, effective, and safe. It improves flexibility and muscle strength, increases heart/lung activity, aligns posture, improves balance, and integrates the mind and body.  The TCAFP program includes warm-up and cool-down exercises, the teaching method, knowledge about arthritis and the cause of falls, and how to teach this program safely. This program is the same as the Tai Chi for Arthritis program with the addition of a specialized module to further enhance its efficacy in preventing falls.  Qualified participants who successfully complete the course may be accredited by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this program.

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 and relieves arthritis
• Learn Dr Lam's Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method
• Gain essential knowledge about arthritis and fall prevention
• Learn about the essential principles of tai chi
• Improve your level of tai chi in a positive, enjoyable, and interactive environment

Who Can Come?

Anyone with or without prior tai chi experience can attend this workshop. Preparation is strongly recommended.

Registration Process

When you register for the live interactive training, you will receive a link to purchase the prerequisite online SIPP course. Normally priced at USD 80, your link will allow you to purchase it at a discount of 30%. You must go to Online Tai Chi Workshops and purchase this separately from paying your course fee to the Master Trainer. It must be completed before the live interactive training. Allow 25-70 hours, on your schedule, and forward the Certificate of Completion to the trainer to qualify you for participation in the live interactive workshop. Do enroll ASAP because you must complete it before participating in the live interactive portion. You will have access to the online SIPP material for one year, and you will find it a great support to your teaching skills.

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 skills and knowledge
• Have learned how to attract and retain more students

Clothing

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

NB:  The name of the Master Trainer authorized by Dr Lam to conduct this workshop is displayed on the workshop location and details page. 

Tai Chi for Health Program Updates

At this workshop, instructors have an opportunity to update their other Tai Chi for Health certifications. Let the Master Trainer know in advance that you are interested in updates. Additional fees apply.

For more information please click here

Upon registration confirmation, you will receive a Welcome Letter from me with helpful workshop informaton and pre-workshop forms. Here are a few key points:

1) No prior tai chi experience required.

2) There is preparation before the workshop: 

Reading the selected three chapters from the text and practising the Basic 6 movments 3 -4 weeks prior will help you get more from the workshop. The cost of the educational materials (Handbook, Text and DVD) with your discount is approximately $53.00. If you purchase the digital text, deduct $8.00.

3) Flat soled shoes and loose, comfortable clothing is suggested for the workshop.

*After successful completion of the course, you will receive an invitation to become Board Certified. We strongly recommend the option to enable teaching the Tai Chi for Health programs. The cost is approximately $19 US per year.

Please make your check payable to ILEINA FERRIER and mail to:

Ileina Ferrier

Tai Chi for Health

P.O. Box 7414

Little Rock, AR 72217

Registration fee: $225 for the two day workshop.

Limited State scholarships are available. To see if you qualify, contact Stanley Michaels at the Dept. of Health, (808)733-9202

Instructor (2 year) Update fee: $125 and will be held on October 21, 8:30a - 4:30p.

(*This is an approved ACSM course for CEC/CEU. We suggest you confirm approval with your organization prior. Administration fee: $30 and must be submitted with your registration fee. Please confirm the correct spelling that will appear on your CEU/CEC certificate)

September 30, 2018, is registration deadline and fees paid are nonrefundable after this date. 

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USA

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