Tai Chi for Arthritis, TCA for Falls Prevention Instructor Qualification Training with Heather Chalon, MPH

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention

Dr. Paul Lam and his team of medical and tai chi experts designed this program to be safe and effective for people who are at increased risk of falling. It will also provide health benefits and improve almost anyone’s quality of life. More than 30 medical studies have shown its efficacy, and millions of people around the world have gained health benefits. This is why the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.gov), government agencies, and arthritis foundations around the world support it. Tai chi is proven to improve immunity by about 50%. It also relieves stress and improves almost all aspects of health.

Based on the Sun style of tai chi, Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention (TCAFP) 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.  The TCAFP program includes warm-up and cool-down exercises, the teaching method, knowledge about arthritis and the cause of falls, and how to teach this program safely. This program is the same as the Tai Chi for Arthritis program with the addition of a specialized module to further enhance its efficacy in preventing falls.  Qualified participants who successfully complete the course may be accredited by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this program.

Reasons to Come

• Enjoy learning at your own pace and the personal training to become eligible to be an instructor of this program
• Learn how to teach this program effectively and safely
• Discover how tai chi improves health and relieves arthritis
• Learn Dr Lam's Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method
• Gain essential knowledge about arthritis and fall prevention
• Learn about the essential principles of tai chi
• Improve your level of tai chi in a positive, enjoyable, and interactive environment

Who Can Come?

Anyone with or without prior tai chi experience can attend this workshop. Preparation is strongly recommended.

Registration Process

When you register for the live interactive training, you will receive a link to purchase the prerequisite online SIPP course. Normally priced at USD 80, your link will allow you to purchase it at a discount of 30%. You must go to Online Tai Chi Workshops and purchase this separately from paying your course fee to the Master Trainer. It must be completed before the live interactive training. Allow 25-70 hours, on your schedule, and forward the Certificate of Completion to the trainer to qualify you for participation in the live interactive workshop. Do enroll ASAP because you must complete it before participating in the live interactive portion. You will have access to the online SIPP material for one year, and you will find it a great support to your teaching skills.

By the Completion of the Workshop, you will:

• Know the Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention set at a deeper level
• Understand how tai chi improves health and relaxation and helps prevent falls
• Have learned how to teach this program effectively and safely
• Have improved your tai chi skills and knowledge
• Have learned how to attract and retain more students

Clothing

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

NB:  The name of the Master Trainer authorized by Dr Lam to conduct this workshop is displayed on the workshop location and details page. 

Tai Chi for Health Program Updates

At this workshop, instructors have an opportunity to update their other Tai Chi for Health certifications. Let the Master Trainer know in advance that you are interested in updates. Additional fees apply.

For more information please click here

***NOTE:  this workshop is now closed for registration - we are at capacity.  Please consider joining us in Tucson Dec 7-8 for Tai Chi for Rehabilitation,  and/or January 25-26 for Tai Chi for Heart Conditions.   Both are open for registration.  You will be able to Update/Re-certify  the entire Tai Chi for Arthritis set, and other Tai Chi for Health programs  and  Learn some new teaching skills by looking through a different lense, while deepening understanding of warm ups, cool downs,  teaching method, etc. 

Two Day Overview: Tai Chi For Arthritis for Fall Prevention  Instructor Qualification Training

This workshop is designed to train participants to safely and effectively deliver instruction in the Tai Chi for Arthritis for Falls Prevention program to others. For participants seeking first time  Certification, an application form, questionnaire, and release will be emailed to all who register.  For participants who are already certified, seeking  Update / Re-Certification, they will be emailed an Updates written assignment.  Assignments must be completed and returned to Heather at Heather@HeatherChalon.com and approved, no later than 7 business days prior to the workshop.

Pre-requisites:   Participants have/purchase and study the required Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD  (2 DVDs) and Teaching Tai Chi Effectively book prior to the class, along with preparing and completing required assignment.  

All participants will receive a certificate of participation, to be kept as proof of completion of workshop. 

Those who meet the requirements for certification will receive via email,  "Instructor Certification” with an invitation from Dr. Paul Lam/ Tai Chi for Health Institute to register online to become Board Certified Instructor with Tai Chi for Health Institute.  Board Certified Instructor Annual fee (Australian $25, approx. US$19) is paid after workshop to TCHI. Please read http://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/faq-for-becoming-a-board-certified-instructor/   

Those who need more time to be prepared will receive Participant certificate and MT will make a plan with participant to bring skills up to Instructor Certification standard.  

Includes light snacks both days, morning and afternoon.

When registering online:

If you are seeking first-time instructor certification, select TCA and TCAFP Certified Instructor options.   

If you are repeating the workshop, you may be eligible to add Seated TCA certification, if brief written assignment is completed PRIOR to the training - select Seated Certified.   Identify your intentions in the comments at time of registration. 

If you are already a certified TCHI instructor, you will need to login to the TCHI.org website before you register for this workshop on the same site.  Use the "Lost Password" link to reset you password if you are having difficulties logging onto this website.

If you are already certified in TCA2 and are seeking re-certification,  select the TCA2 update option.  There will be a written assignment to complete prior to the workshop and a demo to complete with me at the workshop.   This is NOT a TCA2 first time certification training. 

 Required Training Materials for Certification:  Not included in registration fee.  Teaching Tai Chi Effectively (TTCE) book.   Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD (2 DVD set).  A 20% discount code will be sent to participants upon receipt of registration and payment. 

Best Results:  A minimum of 20 hours practice per course with the applicable DVD is recommended for the best learning experience.

 Continuing Education Credits/Units:  CEUs for Physical Therapists (PTs & PTAs), Occupational Therapists (OTs & OTAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Licensed Mental Health Technicians (LMHTs), and CECs for American College of Sports Medicine Certified Professionals (ACSMPs).  Additional fee applies. 

 Additional Re-certifications/Updates:  Re-certification is every 2 years. $40 per additional update in addition to the TCA / TCAFP workshop fee.  Including Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis, TCA2, Tai Chi for Rehabilitation, Tai Chi for Energy.

1. Training / New Instructor Certification. Cost $255/person. 
2. Recertification/Update - DAY 2 REQUIRED.  (recommend attendance on DAY 1 and DAY 2 with no increase in fee).  Cost $150/person.
3. Just for Fun. participation only for current instructors seeking skills development, no instructor certification. Cost $125/person (2 days)
4. Continuing Education Credits/Units Available.  Cost $30.00 for 14 contact hours (2 days).
5. For existing TCA, TCAFP Certified Instructors,  add $50 for Seated TCA Certification.  

Select relevant options at registration.

CANCELLATION FEE.  $50 per person.

Payment:  You will not be asked for payment when you submit registration.  You will be emailed a confirmation.   If your fee is being paid by an organization, please make a note in the comments area at registration to help ensure proper invoicing.

Or, Please make payment:

1) Mail check or money order to Heather Chalon   1700 E River Road #64422, Tucson, Arizona 85728

2)  PayPal, paypal.me/heatherchalon. make a notation within the transaction to identify the purpose of the transaction.  Or,  PayPal,  Send Money Option using email address  Heather@heatherchalon.com. 

3) Arrange for invoice or credit card payment, with $9 service fee.

Tucson, AZ 

Harmony Hospice of Tucson  

1200 N El Dorado Pl STE B- 200

Tucson, AZ 85715

Garden,  atrium setting.   Beautiful outdoor spaces to roam and relax in during breaks and lunch time.  

Heather Chalon, MPH, Master Trainer TCHI

heather@heatherchalon.com

520-780-6751 (email is preferred in general.   text is preferred over voice mail)