Tai Chi for Diabetes with Linda Ebeling and Sarah Meitl

Tai Chi for Diabetes

Tai Chi for Diabetes is a tai chi form, specially designed by Dr Paul Lam in conjunction with his team of medical specialists and tai chi experts to improve the management of diabetes. The program will help to increase flexibility and muscle strength, increase heart/lung activity, align posture, improve balance, and integrate the mind and body. This safe effective program is supported by Diabetes Australia.

Based on the Sun and Yang styles of tai chi, Tai Chi for Diabetes (TCD) is easy to learn, effective, and safe. The program includes warm-up and cool-down exercises, the teaching method, basic knowledge about diabetes, and how to teach this program safely. Qualified participants who complete the course may be accredited by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this exercise program.

Reasons to participate in the Tai Chi for Diabetes training workshop:

• Gain knowledge of tai chi and how it helps people with diabetes
• Be able to perform the Tai Chi for Diabetes set.
• Learn a new program incorporating a different tai chi style (Yang) for your existing and new students
• Yang style instructors will learn new perspectives to help improve your tai chi and introduce you to a proven teaching system
• Beginners can learn this for themselves to help improve their health and harmony
• To be a part of the Tai Chi for Health international family

Who is eligible to attend this training?

Diabetes Educators, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, Certified Allied Health Assistants, Diversional Therapists, Lifestyle Coordinators, Health practitioners, Nurses, Tai Chi teachers and advanced Tai Chi students

The name of the Master Trainer authorized by Dr Lam to conduct this workshop is listed in the heading.

By the Completion of the Workshop, you will:

• Know the Tai Chi for Diabetes set at a deeper level
• Understand how tai chi improves health and relaxation
• Have learned how to teach this program effectively and safely
• Have improved your tai chi skill and knowledge
• Have learned how to attract and retain more students

Board Certification

Following successful completion of this course you will be required to register to become a Tai Chi for Health Institute Board-certified instructor before teaching the program (if not already a member). One annual fee covers Board Certification for all your Tai Chi for Health qualifications. You will then be listed with your certifications on the TCHI website.

Clothing

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

For USA only - Optional Continuing Education Hours Available

The American College of Sports Medicine’s Professional Education Committee certifies that “Tai Chi for Health Institute” meets the criteria for official ACSM Approved Provider status from (2021 – December 2024).

Approved Providers and their content reflect the concepts of their respective organizations and do not necessarily represent the positions or policies of ACSM. Providership #701292

As a Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Kansas Physical Therapy Association has approved the Tai Chi for Health Institute to provide continuing education contact hours to Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. (CEUL073011)

The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency has approved the Tai Chi for Health Institute, c/o The Home Gym, Inc. to provide continuing education contact hours to Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapist Assistants. (98000561A) 

About the Creator of Tai Chi for Diabetes

Dr Paul Lam is an Australian family physician and tai chi expert, and a world leader in the field of tai chi for health. He is a well-recognized teacher, and the author of several books on tai chi and health, including Living Well with Diabetes by Dr Paul Lam and Pat Phillips, and best-selling instructional tai chi DVDs. Over five million people worldwide practice a Tai Chi for Health program every day. 

Dr Lam is one of the most sought-after tai chi teachers, having trained thousands of instructors. Many travel around the world to attend his workshop.

Tai Chi for Diabetes Instructor Training and Update with Linda Ebeling and Sarah Meitl
Jan 24 & 25, 2026
New instructors must attend both full days of training. Updating instructors are required to attend on Jan 25, but may attend both days at no extra charge for enhancement.
Email Linda for registration form: cranetigertaichi@yahoo.com

Location: YMCA Alaska, 5353 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage, AK 99507

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Check-in from 8:40 a.m. Please arrive promptly so we can begin on time. Instructors updating are welcome and encouraged to attend both days for the Update fee.

Workshop Preparation: 
Materials: Participants need to obtain the Tai Chi for Diabetes DVD or Online Lessons and Teaching Tai Chi Effectively Book.

View and practice the TCD form with the DVD, online lesson, or SIPP.

Reading assignment: Chapters 1 – 8 plus chapter 11 of Teaching Tai Chi Effectively.
Paid participants will receive a Welcome letter with a discount code to order preparation materials from Tai Chi Productions' online bookstore. Prior preparation with the DVD and reading assignments is required to get the most from the workshop and to prepare you to complete the certification requirements successfully.

Clothing: Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing for ease of movement, including layers. Please bring indoor, flat-soled shoes to change into.

Food: Lunch and snacks are on your own. We will have a short morning and afternoon break, and a 45-minute lunch break each day.

Email Anna or Linda for the registration form.

First-time Certification: $300 - If attending TCE workshop Jan 30/31 - $285

Updates: $200 - If attending TCE workshop Jan 30/31 - $175

Just for Fun (no certification): $50 per day

Send check or Venmo plus registration form to:
Linda Ebeling
4395 Hamilton Drive
Eagan, MN 55123

Venmo: @Linda-Ebeling-1

Additional Questions? 
Local Contact: Anna Hudson, annayounngsoom@gmail.com, phone: 907-570-2549
Master Trainer, Linda Ebeling: cranetigertaichi@yahoo.com; Phone: 651-328-1092

Cancellation policy: $75 fee on cancellations 2 weeks prior to the workshop. No refunds after January 12, 2026.

Registration is in two parts:
1. Send payment and registration form to Linda Ebeling

2. Registration on the TCHI website under Master Trainer Workshops.

Local Contact: Anna Hudson: annayounngsoom@gmail.com, phone: 907-570-2549

Master Trainer, Linda Ebeling: cranetigertaichi@yahoo.com; Phone: 651-328-1092