Zoom: Qigong for Health Instructor Training with Lorraine Noval - 2025-01-27

QIGONG FOR HEALTH - Instructor Training Workshop conducted by Master Trainer Lorraine Noval 

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 January 27, 2025. This workshop will be conducted virtually using the Zoom platform.  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 Qigong for Health Instructor Training Workshop to be eligible to become a Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) Board Certified instructor if you do not already have that status. 

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 (January 27, 2025), you must successfully complete the SIPP before January 17, 2025. The SIPP can take a person anywhere from 10-15 or more hours depending on your experience.  After completing the SIPP, you will do a recording (on Zoom or an MP4) of your attempt at the QIgong for Health routine and forward it to the Master Trainer.  This recording and the system-generated Certificate 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 qigong routine, help you refine your 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 qigong 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, January 27, 2025.  If you feel that you won't be done with the SIPP for the January 27 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 for a year and then as long as you continue your subscription to it.  Access to the SIPP includes:

• Online Tai Chi Lessons subscription to Qigong for Health
• Instructional video clips by Dr Lam to guide you through every part.
• 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)

BEFORE you purchase the SIPP link or books from Tai Chi Productions, contact the Master Trainer (see information below) for a 20% discount code for the book and a 30% discount code for the SIPP.  Note:  The discount code does not work on Amazon.

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 one-on-one Zoom session. 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 are not already Board certified. If you have not met the requirements the Master Trainer will work with you to facilitate your completion of the training. 

New Certifications:

For this training, there is a requirement to attend the equivalent of one day of training using the Zoom platform, and then attend a 1-hour virtual practicum with the Master Trainer.     

Preparation for this training includes reading the book, Teaching Tai Chi Effectively, and completing the self-paced portion of the training - www.onlinetaichilessons.com/sipp-qigong-for-health .   In addition, a recording of your attempt at performing the entire Five Elements Qigong  routine is required.  The recording should be done on the Zoom platform and the link (or MP3) sent to the Master Trainer a minimum of 7-10 days before the first training segment.

The virtual training is scheduled for Monday, January 27, 2025 from 8:30AM to 4:30PM.  The training will be conducted using the Zoom platform.  Your space must be arranged so that you can be seen from "nose to toes."  There is no charge to use Zoom (that is, you do not have to have a paid account to attend the training).  No travel is required for this training.  

For the practicum, the 1-hour session will be scheduled individually during the three weeks after the training component is completed.  The training completion certificate will be issued at the successful conclusion of the virtual assessment.

Registration closes January 12, 2025.

Instructor Recertifications:

No recertifications are being done as part of this training.  

Cost: 

Training: $140.  Early bird registration is $125, if payment is received by December 30, 2024.   

Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP):  $80 (before the 30% discount).  You will purchase this directly from the Institute, not the master trainer.

Cancellation:  After January 12, there is a $50 administrative fee.

Payments:  

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

2)  For PayPal or credit card payments, contact AlbanyTaiChi@aol.com for instructions  -- or call 518-527-8412.

Virtual From:  Albany, New York

Master Trainer:  Lorraine Noval at   AlbanyTaiChi@aol.com