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SYDNEY: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Instructor Training Workshop with Dr Paul Lam

When and Where

Date: Aug 28th 2026
Time: 9:00AM to 4:30PM AEST
Address: St George Community Centre
St George Bank Building, 32-36 Premier St
Kogarah
NSW
Australia
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1-Day Live In-Person Workshop

Learn how to unlock the secrets of tai chi, gain more health benefits and improve your tai chi.

Tai Chi for Health Instructor Certification is approved for 20 CECs with AUSactive, the peak Health and Fitness Industry Association (approval code 08264AA). Please email service@tchi.org for more information regarding the process to earn AUSactive CECs.
 


Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (TCAFP)

Since its creation more than 20 years ago, the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (TCAFP) program has been supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov) plus many health departments and arthritis foundations around the world.

Millions of people globally have enjoyed the program and gained many health benefits. There are over thirty medical studies showing that it is effective for improving balance and reducing falls, as well as providing many other health benefits.

Older people are more likely to fall which can cause serious injury. Tai Chi for Arthritis has been shown by studies to prevent falls. Australian and New Zealand government departments have utilised this program to prevent the elderly from falling.

The causes of falls in the elderly include muscle weakness, poor balance and vision, lack of confidence when moving about and the effects of medication.

Many studies have shown Tai Chi as being one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls.
 


How does Tai Chi work?

Anyone who likes tai chi can benefit from participating in this workshop. An effective exercise for health, muscular strength, flexibility, and fitness. Tai chi is proven to do all of these and more. Additional benefits include stress relief, improved relaxation, balance, posture and immunity.

There are over 35 published studies (available at taichiforhealthinstitute.org/medical-studies) showing Dr Lam's tai chi programs are effective to improve many aspects of health. However, studies don't show anywhere near the full extent of benefits tai chi can bring! Such as empowering you to develop inner peace, strength and power, leading to more happiness and fulfilment.

Instructor Training

Tai chi is proven to improve immunity. It also relieves stress and improves almost all aspects of health. Teaching it will help to bring tai chi to more people, and at the same time improve your own health.

Instructor Training participants must complete the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (SIPP-TCAFP) in preparation for the workshop (valued at US$80 or approx AU$120, included in your workshop fee). All you have to do is to follow the sequence with Dr Lam’s video guides for every step.

You will also be given complimentary access to the 'Teaching Tai Chi Effectively' ebook (via Glassboxx app) valued at AU$11.99.

Please read more information in the "Preparation for Instructor Training" section below.

Suitable participants include health and fitness professionals or other similar qualifications and experienced tai chi students.

Non-Instructor participants who learn TCAFP who wish to expand their tai chi knowledge and skills in an interactive and friendly environment are also welcome to attend.
 


About Dr Paul Lam, Founder of the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI)

Dr Paul Lam, a family physician and tai chi expert from Sydney, is a world leader in the field of tai chi for health. His visionary book, "Teaching Tai Chi Effectively", has been a key factor in the great success of the Tai Chi for Health programs. Millions of people have improved their health and wellness by learning from his programs.

Dr Lam has authored best-selling books, instructional tai chi DVDs and online tai chi lessons. His tai chi programs are supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.gov), and health departments and arthritis foundations around the world.

Dr Lam enjoys sharing his years of tai chi experience so much that he has travelled nearly 2 million miles teaching it. His workshops are usually fully booked, people travel thousands of miles to attend his workshop. He has a knack of making complex theory easy to learn. You can expect to enjoy his friendly interactive teaching method, and gain significant improvement in your tai chi.
 


Venue

St George Community Centre
St George Bank Building,
32-36 Premier St,
Kogarah NSW 2217
 


Fees

NOTE: Non-refundable booking and payment processing fees will be added at checkout.

For Instructor Training: *includes SIPP-TCAFP

  • Early-Bird Price (until 30th June): $325
  • Regular Price (1st July onwards): $360

For Non-Instructor Participants:

  • Early-Bird Price (until 30th June): $260
  • Regular Price (1st July onwards): $295

Combined Workshop Discount

Register first for this 'Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor Training Workshop' (28th August, Friday) and you will receive a $40 discount code in your confirmation email which can be used for the following workshops in Sydney:

If you are planning to attend multiple workshops, please make sure to book this 'Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor Training Workshop' first. Note that only one discount can be applied per registration.
 


Available Discounts

NOTE: Only one discount can be applied per registration. If you have not received or do not know your discount code, please contact us at workshops@taichiproductions.com

For TCHI Instructors

  • 10% discount (off the tuition fee) for members of TCHI

For TCHI Senior Trainers and Master Trainers

  • 40% discount (off the tuition fee) for Senior Trainers
  • 50% discount (off the tuition fee) for Master Trainers

Combined Workshop Discount

Register first for this 'Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor Training Workshop' (28th August, Friday) and you will receive a $40 discount code in your confirmation email which can be used for the following workshops in Sydney:

If you are planning to attend multiple workshops, please make sure to book this 'Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor Training Workshop' first. Note that only one discount can be applied per registration.

Product Discounts


Preparation for Instructor Training

Instructor Training participants must complete the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (SIPP-TCAFP) in preparation for the workshop. Each SIPP is valued at US$80 (approx AU$120) and will be provided to you as part of your workshop fee.

After registering, you will receive 2 e-mails:

a. Workshop registration confirmation email.

b. E-mail with a link to sign up and access SIPP-TCAFP

Completion of a SIPP would take anywhere from 10 hours (for experienced Tai Chi for Health instructors) to 150 hours (for participants new to tai chi). Please start your preparation as soon as possible and allow suitable time to complete your SIPP depending on your experience.

Upon completion of your SIPP, you will be issued a certificate of completion. You must submit this certificate to workshops@taichiproductions.com at least 2 weeks before the workshop.

If you do not receive the above e-mails, and it is not in your spam/junk folder, then please contact us at workshops@taichiproductions.com.

'Teaching Tai Chi Effectively' Book

You will also receive complimentary access to the required reading material, 'Teaching Tai Chi Effectively' in the form of an ebook (accessible only via the Glassboxx app). instructions on how to get access will be included in the same email which includes your SIPP-TCAFP link.

If you wish to access the Teaching book through other means, you are welcome to purchase your own copy:

  • Paperback available from Tai Chi Productions (you will receive a 20% discount code after you register), or
  • E-book for your Kindle at Amazon (no discounts apply)

After completion of your SIPP and the 'Teaching Tai Chi Effectively' book, you will be ready for this Instructor Training Workshop. If you fulfil all requirements, you will be eligible to become a board-certified Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) Instructor.
 


Preparation for Non-Instructor Participants

Preparation will enable you to gain the maximum benefits and enjoyment from this workshop.

Be sure to study Dr Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention (TCAFP) before the workshop and be able to perform the program from memory:

Once you register, you will receive a special 20% discount code in your confirmation email that can be used towards TCAFP preparation material.
 


UPDATES

Workshop participants who are also certified TCHI Instructors will have the opportunity to update their Tai Chi for Health qualifications. Advanced notice is essential.

Price per Update: $65

(max of $260 for 4 or more updates)

NOTE: Non-refundable booking and payment processing fees will be added at checkout.

Choose which program/s you will update at checkout.

You must complete the relevant Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) of the program/s you will Update. Please allow suitable time to complete the required SIPP online learning material (valued at US$80 each, included in your Update fee). After you purchase an Update, you will be sent a link to access the relevant SIPP by the Workshops team.

Upon completion of your SIPP, you will be issued a Certificate of Completion. At least 2 weeks prior to the workshop, you must submit this certificate to workshops@taichiproductions.com
 


What to Wear

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

Please attend scent-free in consideration of those with allergies, including Dr Lam himself.

Additional Notes

  • Places are limited. Acceptance is on a first come, first served basis.
  • Cancellation fee: $100. No refunds from 13th July 2026.
  • All booking and payment processing fees are non-refundable.
     


Contact

Contact the Tai Chi Workshops Team (Australia)

 

 

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