Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 with Rosalie Rudduck

Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 is an extension of the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Program, based on the Sun Style of Tai Chi.  The Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 programme was designed by Dr Paul Lam in conjunction with a team of medical specialists and Tai Chi experts and is suitable for those seeking to develop their Tai Chi skills further. 

Reasons to come to the workshop: 

• Become qualified to teach this programme safely and effectively  (Pre-requisite: Current Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Instructor qualification).
• Gain a more in-depth understanding of Tai Chi Principles and how the Tai Chi for Arthritis 1 and 2 Programs help people with Arthritis. 
• Be able to perform the Tai Chi for Arthritis 1 and 2 sets. 

Who is eligible to attend this training? 

Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, Certified Allied Health Assistants, Lifestyle Co-ordinators, Diversional Therapists, Health Practitioners, Nurses, Tai Chi teachers and advanced Tai Chi students.

Your trainer:  

Rosalie Rudduck is a Physiotherapist and Master Trainer in Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, Tai Chi for Arthritis 2, Diabetes, Memory, Heart Conditions, Osteoporosis and Rehabilitation Programs with the Tai Chi for Health Institute. She has Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training. Rosalie has worked extensively with people of all ages and has special interests in Fall Prevention and Healthy Ageing. 

Preparation:  

Each participant needs to be familiar with the movements in the Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 programme (DVD available for $29.95) and the textbook "Teaching Tai Chi Effectively" by Dr Paul Lam (available in hard copy for $21.95 or e-book for $9.95) before coming to the workshop.  These products are available from Tai Chi Productions in Sydney (Phone: 02 9533 6511) or www.taichiproductions.com 

Board Certification: 

After successfully completing this one-day intensive course, you will be required to register to become a Tai Chi for Health Institute Board-Certified Instructor in Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 before teaching the programme. The annual fee is $40 (Standard Membership) or $70 (Premium Membership), regardless of the number of certificates you have.

Instructor Certificate: $230 (early bird $210, paid in full by 9th May 2025).

Attendance without Instructor qualification: $100.

Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 update: $150 (early bird $140), and extra updates are $50 each (maximum $100).

Cancellation: Is subject to a $50 administration fee.

Payment Method: Once registration is received, a tax invoice with bank details will be prepared; otherwise, please contact Rosalie to arrange.

Glenore Grove Community Hall is a well-set-up, air-conditioned centre just a few minutes' drive off the Warrego Highway in the Lockyer Valley. However, it is on a hill and well out of the flood zone! It is just an hour west of Brisbane, near Plainland's shops and accommodation. 

Rosalie Rudduck,  Phone or text 0499 290 910 (please be prepared to leave a message);  Email: jrrudduck@skymesh.com.au