Zoom: TCA/TCAFP Instructor Workshop with Lorraine Noval - 2024-05-20

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS/TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS FOR FALLS PREVENTION (TCAFP) SELF-PACED INSTRUCTOR PREPARATION PROGRAM. 

This training is composed of a Self-Paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) and a 1-day virtual live training  with  Master Trainer Lorraine Noval.  The SIPP must be successfully completed before attending the live training on May 20.  Please read the details below before registering.

BACKGROUND:

Taking advantage of the innovations in technology, this training is divided into two components.  First, the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Program (SIPP).  The SIPP is a self-paced virtual program containing essential material to train effective and safe instructors. All you have to do is to follow the sequence with Dr Lam’s video guides for every step.

After completion of the SIPP and the associated practice, you will be ready for the 1-day live interactive TCA/TCAFP Instructor Training Workshop to be eligible to become a Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) Board Certified instructor. 

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS TRAINING:

When you register and pay for this workshop, you will receive a link (and discount code) for purchasing the SIPP online package that you can complete in your own time and at your own pace. For the 1-day workshop (May 20, 2024), you must successfully complete the SIPP before May 10, 2024. The SIPP can take a person anywhere from 10-15 to 40-50 hours depending on your experience.  After completing the SIPP, you will do a recording (on Zoom or an MP4) of your attempt at the TCAFP routine and forward it to the Master Trainer.  This recording and the system-generated Certifcate of Completion of SIPP are your "tickets" to the 1-day instructor training.

The 1-day instructor workshop is personal. The Master Trainer will work with you to answer your questions about the program and tai chi routine, help you refine your tai chi movements, and help to ensure you can teach the program safely and effectively using the Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method.  There will be discussions, practice sessions, sharing skill and knowledge, Question and Answer portions, and most importantly, personal attention. The Master Trainer will give you feedback on what you did well and how you can improve your tai chi and teaching skills, connect you to the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI), fellow instructors, Senior Trainers and offer continual support.  Registrations will be limited to 10 people.

Instructor Training Day - DATE:  This announcement is for Monday, May 20, 2024.  If you feel that you won't be done with the SIPP for the May 20 training day, please contact the Master Trainer to discuss an option for a subsequent instructor training. 

MATERIAL REQUIRED:

After your registration and payment for this training,  you will receive a discount code to purchase the link for your SIPP.  This link is available to you as long as you continue your subscription to it.  Access to the SIPP includes:

• Online Tai Chi Lessons subscription to Tai Chi for Arthritis/Tai Chi for Arthritis for Falls Prevention
• 14 instructional video clips by Dr Lam to guide you through every part.
• 6 webinars by Dr Lam covering the topics and beyond (normally priced at US$15 each for 30 days)
• References
• Online Quizzes – Do them as many times as you like to refine your knowledge base
• Guides to the 1-day instructor virtual workshop

To be purchased separately:

1.  The Self-Paced Instructor Preparation Package ($80 retail, but a coupon code for 30% discount will be sent after paid registration is received reducing the fee to about $56.)

2.  Teaching Tai Chi Effectively book. Choose from:

• Paperback available from Tai Chi Productions   
• E-book for your Kindle at Amazon (Amazon US)

3. Tai Chi for Arthritis for Falls Prevention Handbook  (optional):

• Paperback available from Tai Chi Productions

Before you purchase the SIPP link or the paperback books from Tai Chi Productions, contact the Master Trainer (see information below) for a 20% discount code for the book and handbook (not valid for Amazon purchases) and a 30% discount code for the SIPP.

ADDITIONAL Notes:

-- For this training, you need to be seen "nose to toes" and be facing your camera's eye so the Master Trainer can help you refine and improve your delivery of the program.

-- Once you have sent the recording and Certificate of Completion to the Master Trainer, you will receive the Zoom link for the 1-day instructor training workshop.

-- Please install Zoom software prior to the start of the event for the best experience. Download the Zoom software at: https://zoom.us/download

-- During the online workshop, you will need a strong internet connection and audio speakers to watch and listen to the Master Trainer and each other. You will also need a camera in your computer (or a webcam) and microphone, as well as space around you, so that you can practice and show your movements. You must be seen from head to toe. Smartphones are not acceptable since their visual field is too narrow.

-- An HDMI cord can be used to connect your computer, notebook or tablet to a TV screen so you have a larger picture.

-- At the completion of the 1-day workshop, you will schedule a time to meet with your Master Trainer for two one-on-one Zoom sessions. If you have met the requirements to be a certified instructor, you will then receive an invitation from the TCHI Board to become a board certified instructor (annual fee of $40AUD). If you have not met the requirements the Master Trainer will work with you to facilitate your completion of the training.

Cost:

Certification: $265.  Early bird registration is $225, if payment is received by May 5, 2024.  (As noted above, the SIPP link is purchased separately.  $80USD before the discount code, about $56 after.)

Cancellation:  $150.

Payment Options:  

1)  Checks or money orders should be made to: Albany Tai Chi, 112 Manning Blvd, Albany NY 12203. 

2)  PayPal - contact AlbanyTaiChi@aol.com for the payment link.

3)  Credit card payments, contact AlbanyTaiChi@aol.com for instructions.

This is a virtual training using the Zoom platform

Master Trainer:  Lorraine Noval  AlbanyTaiChi@aol.com