Bill Pickett

Bio

Bill Pickett, from Knoxville TN, is retired with over 42 years working in computer technology and professional teaching in both university and private industry. Bill has been studying tai chi and qigong since 1987 and teaching since 2001.

Bill and his wife, Linda, became involved in Dr. Lams Tai Chi for Health Institute in 2005 and have attended many workshops and certification courses since then. Since 2013 he has been a Master Trainer working to certify instructors in several of the Tai Chi for Health programs. He has completed Master Courses in both Sun 73 and Yang 24 forms studying directly with Dr. Lam has been teaching the Sun 73 at the weeklong workshop in June.

As a Master Trainer, he also provides mentor assistance and continuing education to both new and current instructors. Bill teaches several tai chi and qigong courses in the local Knoxville area. He also participates in presentations and demonstrations for local health fairs, Arthritis and Diabetes support groups, and other community organizations promoting the benefits and encouraging qigong and tai chi practice. Bill is committee member of the TN Falls Prevention Coalition.

His experience in different styles and forms includes Wu, Yang, Wu Dang, Sun, 18 Form Tai Chi Qigong (Shibashi), 24 Postures Therapeutic Qigong, Healing Sounds, and Animal Movements. He has also trained in different forms of energy healing including External Qigong Healing, Reiki, Healing Touch, Reconnective Healing, Medical Intuitive Training, and Bach Flower Remedies.