Find Board Certified Tai Chi Instructors

Tai Chi for Arthritis is a program designed by Dr Paul Lam and a group of medical and Tai Chi experts. It has gained worldwide acceptance by Arthritis Foundations and Societies and is proven by scientific studies to be safe and effective. Dr Lam and his authorised Master Trainers conduct global workshops to suitably qualified people. Certified instructors must have attended a workshop, possess the suitable qualifications and fulfil the requirements including passing a written test, and be updated every two years. Instructors are trained to teach this program safely and effectively to people with or without arthritis.

This program is designed to relieve pain, restore the ability to work and play for people with back pain. It is also suitable for people who are wheelchair bound and with other chronic conditions to improve health and quality of life.
Based on the program Tai Chi for Arthritis, Dr Paul Lam and his team of medical and Tai Chi experts have integrated modern medicine findings with the ancient arts of tai chi to help people with back pain and other chronic conditions. He has added four Qigong exercises and incorporated the deep stabilizing muscles exercises of the back throughout the program.
Certified instructor of this program must be previously certified to instruct Tai Chi for Arthritis program to meet the more advanced requirements.

Tai Chi for Osteoporosis is a program designed by Dr Paul Lam in conjunction with his Tai Chi associates and a team of medical experts. This program is designed with consideration to available medical evidence to improve balance and prevent falls. It will also improve relaxation, fitness and health. Certified instructors must have attended a workshop, possess the suitable qualifications and fulfil the requirements including passing a written test, and update their certification every two years. Instructors are trained to teach this program safely and effectively to people with or without osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis Australia supports the Tai Chi for Osteoporosis program designed by Dr Paul Lam.

This specially designed tai chi program emphasizes the fun element while developing children’s minds and bodies. It is designed in several small building blocks to capture children’s attention, incorporating imagery and games to add appeal.

Tai Chi for Diabetes is a program designed by Dr Paul Lam and a group of medical and Tai Chi experts. Supported by Diabetes Australia, this program is suitable for almost anyone but is especially designed for people with diabetes. It has taken into account the problems of people with diabetes and utilizing methodologies from both orthodox and Chinese traditional medicine to enhance its effect.
Certified instructors must have attended a workshop, possess the suitable qualifications and fulfill the requirements including passing a written test, and be updated every two years.

Dr Paul Lam worked with a team of tai chi, health and business professionals to create this simple and effective program especially for people at work. A step-by-step approach shows learners how to apply tai chi principles to manage stress and turn it into a source of strength. Certified instructors are trained to teach it safely and effectively.
The program is designed to be learned easily and quickly to improve productivity and health. You can fit it in your busy schedule because the practice time is flexible and not limited by space.

Master Trainers are multi-skilled and dedicated instructors authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Instructor’s workshops in the Tai Chi for Health programs.

Conduct regional instructor practice sessions, assist and work with Master Trainers in all matters relating to the Tai Chi for Health programs, maintain communication with and continue to upgrade the skills of instructors. You can view Senior Trainer Profiles and Requirements on your screen now.

In 1999, Dr Lam and tai chi experts from several Tai Chi schools composed a complete student -friendly program for practically all new students. This program has proved to attract new and retain regular students. Tai Chi for Beginners is based on the most popular Yang style 24 Forms Tai Chi. Starting with Step 1 warm up exercise, it progressively builds up to Step 6 the Beginners set, this gives students an easy to learn format that leads to a solid foundation. The program takes learners to on an enjoyable journey to better health and harmony through the power of Tai Chi.
Certified instructors must possess the suitable qualifications and fulfil the requirements including passing a written test, and update their certification every two years. Instructors are trained to teach this program safely and effectively.

Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis

This program consists of two different tai chi styles. Chen style tai chi is vigorous and sophisticated, containing fast and slow movements along with powerful spiral force.
Sun style includes a unique qigong (life energy) along with agile steps. These two seemingly contrasting styles of tai chi have complementary internal energy. Using his deep understanding of tai chi principles, Dr Lam carefully composed the Tai Chi for Energy set by combining both styles to bring you greater synergy.
Certified instructors must have attended a workshop, possess the suitable qualifications and fulfil the requirements including passing a written test, and update their certification every two years.

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Diabetes Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Kidz Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Osteoporosis Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Beginners Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Energy Instructors Training Workshops

Falls are a major problem for health departments all over the world.  Dr Paul Lam designed Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention (TCAFP) as a low cost and easily implemented intervention to help prevent falls. TCAFP  is recommended by the Centre of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.gov).  It is also supported by many Arthritis Foundations including the USA, Australia and UK.  The program is based on the original Tai Chi for Arthritis set with the inclusion of a special module to supply more information about the causes of falls, and how tai chi works to help reduce them

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Instructors Training Workshops

Dr Lam designed this program to aid recovery from ill health including stroke, heart disease, injury, surgical procedures or tiredness & stress.

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Instructors Training Workshops

This title is given to our former Master Trainers who no longer conduct Instructor Training Workshops.  They are still very much a part of our tai chi family and we value their input on Institute matters.

I

Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 is a program designed by Dr Paul Lam as a sequel to his Tai Chi for Arthritis program. Tai Chi for Arthritis is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  and health departments in many countries as an intervention to reduce the incidence of falls.  Dr Lam created this program to give those who have learned the Tai Chi for Arthritis program a new and exciting extension with more challenging moves.

In response to many requests, Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 is now a Board Certified program.  In order to achieve the qualification you must first hold a current Tai Chi for Arthritis certificate. Then you can attend an Instructor training workshop through a TCA2 Master Trainer.

If you are already teaching TCA2 it is your decision whether to continue teaching without the qualification or not.  Please be aware this may affect your insurance.  We recommend you attend the training at the first available opportunity

One day Dr Lam was practicing the Chen 56 forms when he was inspired to create a sequel to his Tai Chi for Energy program. Dr Lam has added new Chen style movements from the 36 and 56 Forms to enrich your Chen style experience with more sophistication. He explores the mysterious spiral force (Chan Suu Jing) and develops the synergy of both styles to deliver unbelievable power and vitality.

Dr Lam recalls "The more I practiced Tai Chi for Energy the more powerful the synergy became. One day Part 2 hit me like a lightning bolt, as though the power could no longer be restrained." Anyone can learn Part 2, but those wishing to become a Part 2 instructor must have already been board certified to teach the Tai Chi for Energy program. They need to prepare prior, attend a workshop, pass a written test, and be updated every two years

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 Instructor Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Energy 2 Instructor Training Workshops

Studies have shown tai chi improves memory and brain health. Dr Lam's team merged medical research and traditional Chinese medicine with tai chi to create an easy to learn program. It is especially useful for people with memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, or similar conditions. It is also designed to prevent these conditions.

Caring for people with memory loss is challenging for carers and family, this mind-body program engages everyone for a quality time together. It will improve most aspects of health including balance, immunity and relaxation, and can be practiced and enjoyed by anyone.

Certified instructors must have attended a workshop, possess the suitable qualifications and fulfil the requirements including passing a written test, and update their certification every two years.

Heart conditions are the number one killer for the western world, yet most of the conditions are preventable, and can be improved with a healthier lifestyle. Tai chi is shown by medical studies to improve most health conditions. Dr Lam's team has incorporated medical research and traditional Chinese medicine into the ancient art of tai chi to create an effective program. It can prevent or improve most heart conditions, as well as improving balance, immunity and relaxation.

Certified instructors must have attended a workshop, possess the suitable qualifications and fulfil the requirements including passing a written test, and update their certification every two years.

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Memory Instructor Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Heart Conditions Instructor Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Qigong for Health Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi for Life Instructors Training Workshops

This Master Trainer is authorised by Dr Paul Lam to conduct Tai Chi at Work Instructors Training Workshops

Premier Instructor