Zoom: Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis (STCA) Instructor & TCA Suite Recertifications w/ Bill & Linda

Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis and TCA, TCAFP, & STCA Recertifications

In 1996, Dr Lam, with a team of medical and Tai Chi experts, created the Tai Chi for Arthritis (TCA) program. Medical studies confirm Tai Chi for Arthritis relieves pain, reduces falls, and improves quality of life.  Based on the Sun style of tai chi, Tai Chi for Arthritis (TCA) 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.  Qualified participants who complete the course will be eligible to become board-certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this program.  Participants who are interested in a new instructor in TCA, TCAFP, & STCA should register for the November 14th workshop, which includes the entire 2-day training for all 3 programs.

What is Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis? This modified seated version of Tai Chi for Arthritis can be enjoyed by anyone wishing to practice Tai Chi sitting down. People with almost any chronic condition can learn to improve their health and mobility. This safe, easy-to-learn program relieves pain and improves health and quality of life. Many people wanted to try tai chi, but mobility issues caused them to hesitate. Dr Paul Lam and his team of medical and tai chi experts designed this program to give them a safe and effective way to learn; it will also provide health benefits and improve almost anyone’s quality of life. Based on the Sun style of tai chi, Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis (STCA) is easy to learn, effective, and safe. It improves flexibility, muscle strength, increases heart/lung activity, aligns posture, improves balance, and integrates the mind and body. Qualified participants who successfully complete the course will be eligible to become Board Certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this program.

Recertifications - TCA, TCAFP, STCA, & TCA2 Only

If it has been more than three (3) years since your last recertification, you must repeat the two-day training - on November 14 and 17 - https://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/workshops/workshop/?workshop_id=4469. Contact the MT if you have questions. 

If it has been less than three (3) years since your last recertification, the SIPP is required as homework, and please register for this workshop. 

All instructors/leaders for the Tai Chi for Health programs must renew their certifications every two years to update their skills and knowledge of the program(s). Dr. Lam and the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) also recommend that everyone complete their new Self-Paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) for their next recertification. The SIPP replaces the paper or Google Docs forms used in the past for homework.  It does have updated information on fall prevention and new Knowledge Units w/quizes for instructors.   

Part 1 Recertifications - Complete the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) Program

If your instructor certification is current and you have completed a SIPP online program within the last two (2) years, you are complete with Part 1.  Please note in the comments when you register and send a copy of your certificate to the MT.  Please continue to practice and be prepared.

Part 2 Recertifications: Requirement - Attend the 2nd day of Live Interactive Workshop Training (LIWT)
Attending the scheduled workshop with the MT will further improve your tai chi, practice the "Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method" with new instructors, discuss and ask questions, and meet new instructors.  If you have conflicts with this workshop date, please get in touch with the MT for other LIWT or correspondence options.  Note: If you are recertifying in TCA & FP and you want to add the new STCA certification, you will have to submit videos of your warmups and TCAFP form to the MT prior to the workshop. It is required that you attend the 2nd day of the workshop.  Please notify MT if you have questions.

To register, click the "REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP" green button above these details. Previously certified instructors applying for updates may be required to log in.  If you have difficulties logging in or forgot your password, use the "Lost Password" link to reset it.  You may contact service@tchi.org for further instructions if you are still having difficulties. 

You should receive a confirmation message with additional details and instructions within 24 to 48 hours of registering. 

Prices for Workshop
Training workshop for existing instructors for the Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention programs:

Recertification: TCA & TCAFP +  STCA  (if applicable) - Additional Videos and homework required.

$306 New STCA and TCA&FP recertification - adding new STCA $306 (200 Workshop fee + $56 SIPP + $50 add STCA)

$256 TCA&FP + (STCA if applicable) recertification - ($200 Workshop Fee + $56 SIPP)

$150 STCA New Instructor only - (must be current in TCA & FP - within two (2) years of their last certification date and attend 1 day of training)

Teaching Tai Chi Effectively & Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention Handbook - (existing instructor should have).  Also recommended for STCA - Seated DVD or online lessons - additional details will be sent for Seated requirements.

After registration, an invoice will be sent. You can pay with a check, money order, or credit card (Note: 3.4% is added for the cc fee).

Virtual Workshop - Zoom

All Zoom Links and information will be sent before the workshop.

Any other questions or concerns, please contact:

Bill Pickett (Master Trainer)
              (865) 567-4837         BillPickett20@gmail.com

Linda Pickett (Senior Trainer)
            (865) 414-7334           Lpickett@tds.net