Tai Chi for Diabetes Instructor Training 2-Day (+Refresher/Updates) by Tamara Bennett & Chris Hattle
When and Where
Date: | 2nd - 3rd Dec, 2017 |
Time: | 9am-5pm |
Address: | Limitless Studio 26 Lauderdale Road Birkdale Auckland New Zealand |
Information
Information
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.
Details
by Master Trainers Tamara Bennett and Chris Hattle
Cost
COURSE FEE ~ RESOURCES ~ PAYMENT OPTIONS
COURSE FEE:
Note:
*A current First Aid certificate is recommended for all Tai Chi for Health Instructors and workshop participants. Students are welcome to attend as course participants (Attendance certificate)
* For TCHCNZ Inc Membership information, contact the Secretary secretary@tchc.co.nz
*Participants provide your own lunch
*Cancellation will incur a $50 administration fee, this fee is tranferable to a future workshop with Tamara
Tai Chi for Diabetes Instructor Certification 2-Day Workshop (+ Refresher/Updates)
* Registration Course Fee Includes: Two days tuition, morning and afternoon teas and certificate
Early Bird Discount:
$265 NZD (incl GST) Member TCHCNZ Inc
$295 NZD (incl GST) Non-member TCHCNZ Inc
Late Registration: (After 10 November 2017)
$295 NZD (incl GST) Member TCHCNZ Inc
$325 NZD (incl GST) Non-member TCHCNZ Inc
"4 FUN" ~ If you are currently qualified with TCD you can attend this 2-day workshop for $100, upskill and have fun working with other instructors.
REFRESHER/UPDATES:
TCD Refresher/Update: $150 NZD (incl GST) ~ Sunday 3 December required, ***Instructors attending for an Update are encouraged to attend Saturday at NO EXTRA CHARGE***
* Participants may also Update TCA, TCAFP, STCA, TCO, TCK, TCR and TCE at this workshop
ADD $35 each (maximum $140)
RESOURCES REQUIRED: (includes GST & postage)
Teaching Tai Chi Effectively book 2011 ($25 discounted workshop price) & Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD ($30 discounted workshop price)
Recommended Additional Resources: $30 NZD extra for the Tai Chi for Diabetes Handbook, Tai Chi for Diabetes movement chart and the Warm-Up & Cool-Down chart
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
1. Online Registration: http://www.smilingdragon.co.nz/instructor-training/
2. Internet Banking: T Bennett 03-0406-0015704-000 (Use your name as the reference)
3. Make cheques payable to: Tamara Bennett (Post to: 996 Waiuku Road, RD1 Pukeoware, Waiuku 2681 NZ)
Location
Contact
Master Trainer Tamara Bennett smilingdragontaichi@gmail.com 021-255-1087