Tai Chi for Diabetes Training by Master Trainer - Mike Soric WORKSHOP FULL

Tai Chi for Diabetes

Tai Chi for Diabetes is a tai chi form, specially designed by Dr Paul Lam in conjunction with his team of medical specialists and tai chi experts to improve the management of diabetes. The program will help to increase flexibility and muscle strength, increase heart/lung activity, align posture, improve balance, and integrate the mind and body. This safe effective program is supported by Diabetes Australia.

Based on the Sun and Yang styles of tai chi, Tai Chi for Diabetes (TCD) is easy to learn, effective, and safe. The program includes warm-up and cool-down exercises, the teaching method, basic knowledge about diabetes, and how to teach this program safely. Qualified participants who complete the course may be accredited by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this exercise program.

Reasons to participate in the Tai Chi for Diabetes training workshop:

• Gain knowledge of tai chi and how it helps people with diabetes
• Be able to perform the Tai Chi for Diabetes set.
• Learn a new program incorporating a different tai chi style (Yang) for your existing and new students
• Yang style instructors will learn new perspectives to help improve your tai chi and introduce you to a proven teaching system
• Beginners can learn this for themselves to help improve their health and harmony
• To be a part of the Tai Chi for Health international family

Who is eligible to attend this training?

Diabetes Educators, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, Certified Allied Health Assistants, Diversional Therapists, Lifestyle Coordinators, Health practitioners, Nurses, Tai Chi teachers and advanced Tai Chi students

The name of the Master Trainer authorized by Dr Lam to conduct this workshop is listed in the heading.

By the Completion of the Workshop, you will:

• Know the Tai Chi for Diabetes set at a deeper level
• Understand how tai chi improves health and relaxation
• 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

Board Certification

Following successful completion of this course you will be required to register to become a Tai Chi for Health Institute Board-certified instructor before teaching the program (if not already a member). One annual fee covers Board Certification for all your Tai Chi for Health qualifications. You will then be listed with your certifications on the TCHI website.

Clothing

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

For USA only - Optional Continuing Education Hours Available

The American College of Sports Medicine’s Professional Education Committee certifies that “Tai Chi for Health Institute” meets the criteria for official ACSM Approved Provider status from (2021 – December 2024).

Approved Providers and their content reflect the concepts of their respective organizations and do not necessarily represent the positions or policies of ACSM. Providership #701292

As a Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Kansas Physical Therapy Association has approved the Tai Chi for Health Institute to provide continuing education contact hours to Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. (CEUL073011)

The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency has approved the Tai Chi for Health Institute, c/o The Home Gym, Inc. to provide continuing education contact hours to Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapist Assistants. (98000561A) 

About the Creator of Tai Chi for Diabetes

Dr Paul Lam is an Australian family physician and tai chi expert, and a world leader in the field of tai chi for health. He is a well-recognized teacher, and the author of several books on tai chi and health, including Living Well with Diabetes by Dr Paul Lam and Pat Phillips, and best-selling instructional tai chi DVDs. Over five million people worldwide practice a Tai Chi for Health program every day. 

Dr Lam is one of the most sought-after tai chi teachers, having trained thousands of instructors. Many travel around the world to attend his workshop.

Details:

Tai Chi for Diabetes [TCD] Instructor/Leader - 2-day workshop on Saturday 9th November 2024 and Sunday 10th November 2024

Presented by: Mike Soric

This workshop is a Tai Chi for Health Instructor certification.

1. Primary qualification is Tai Chi for Diabetes Instructor/Leader

Participants will receive one (1) certificate on successful completion of the workshop and assessment requirements.

Includes access to the Workshop Pre-requisite Program, the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP)

Also includes: Morning and afternoon teas on both days.

Cost:

Tai Chi for Diabetes [TCD] Instructor/Leader - 2 day workshop - $520.00

A full scholarship is available to Tai Chi for Health Association – Queensland Incorporated [TCHA-QLD] financial Instructor Members. Please contact the TCHA-QLD directly. Contact details below.

• Saturday 9th November and Sunday 10th November, 2024
• Includes: Full access to the Workshop Pre-requisite program, the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) for Tai Chi for Diabetes.
• Also includes: Morning and afternoon teas on both days

We also recommended the separate purchase of additional resources: Teaching Tai Chi Effectively book, 1disc TCD DVD, Warm Up and TCD Wall Charts

Please note that an additional cost of $40 per year applies to becoming: a Tai Chi for Health board-certified instructor.

• A board-certified instructor is a person who has fulfilled the requirements, completed the training of a Tai Chi for Health program, and is registered with the Tai Chi for Health Institute board.
• The annual fee is payable direct to the Tai Chi for Health Institute
• Only one (1) membership fee is due per Instructor/Leader per year (no matter how many current Tai Chi for Health qualifications you may have)

Payment Methods:

1. Cheque or money order payable to M & DJ Soric, PO Box 560, Townsville, Qld 4810
2. Direct Bank Transfer: Commonwealth Bank

BSB:                     064 707

Account Number:   1051 3800

Account Name:      M & DJ Soric. 

Please note your name on the transaction record.

10% discount for Tai Chi for Health Association Queensland Incorporated [TCHA-QLD] members is available on application. Please inquire about membership details.

Registration and payment must be received by Friday 11th October, 2024 to enable the organizers to post out application forms for certification, questionnaire and register your access to the  Workshop Pre-requisite program, the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) for Tai Chi for Diabetes.

Please note that the Pre-requisite program may take as long as six (6) months to complete. Please register as soon as possible to allow sufficient time to complete the on-line components.

Cancellation or late registration received after Friday 11th October, 2024 is subject to an additional $50 administration fee.

Location:

Riverside Gardens Community Centre

55 Riverside Boulevard

Douglas

Townsville, QLD 4814

Accommodation:

Motel style apartments and units are available close to the venue

Workshop Contact:

Please return completed registration forms [and questionnaires if applicable]

Email to: info@taichiforbusypeople.com.au

or

Post to: M & D Soric, PO Box 560, Townsville, Qld. 4810

Enquiries:       Mike and Denise Soric

Mobile:           0412 576 507

Email:            info@taichiforbusypeople.com.au

Please note:  Workshop is subject to cancellation or alteration

Association Contact:

Tai Chi for Health Association – Queensland Incorporated [TCHA-QLD]

Enquiries:         Mike Soric, TCHA-QLD Treasurer

Mobile:             0422 363 446

Email:               tcha.qld@gmail.com