Zoom TCA Private Workshop - Bill Pickett

1-Day Instructor Certification Workshop for Tai Chi for Arthritis (TCA) and Fall Prevention (TCAFP).  

The Tai Chi for Arthritis program was created by Dr. Paul Lam and his team of medical and tai chi experts over 20 years ago. More than 30 medical studies have shown that it improves the health and quality of life of almost everyone.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.gov) supports this program for fall prevention, and it is a tier 3 funded program from the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and supported by arthritis foundations around the world. Tai chi improves immunity and reduces falls, pain, stress, and many other health aspects.

Based on the Sun style of tai chi, these programs are easy to learn, effective, and safe. Tai chi improves flexibility and muscle strength, increases heart/lung activity, aligns posture, improves balance, and integrates the mind and body. Qualified participants who complete the course will be eligible to become board-certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this program.

To Register, click the "REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP" green button above these details.  Previously certified instructors must log in to register for this workshop.  If you have difficulties logging in or forgot your password, use the "Lost Password" link to reset your password.  You may contact service@tchi.org for further instructions if you are still having difficulties.

Registrants should receive a confirmation message with additional access details and payment instructions within 24 to 48 hours of their registration.  Upon payment confirmation, you will receive a link to purchase the Self-Paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) for Part 1 below. 

What is SIPP - A self-paced virtual program personally studying with Dr. Lam - SIPP Provides the Basic Fundamentals of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention.  The SIPP provides the essential material to prepare effective and safe Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructors.  Participants follow the lessons and sequence with Dr. Lam’s video guides for every step. The SIPP will be your online study and reference guide as you complete the instructor qualification process.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

There will be discussions, practice sessions, small group sharing of skills and knowledge, Question and Answer portions, and, most importantly, personal instruction. The Master and Senior Trainers will give you feedback on what you did well and how to improve your tai chi and teaching skills; connect you to the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI), fellow instructors, and Senior Trainers; and offer continual support.

Reasons to Come

-Enjoy learning at your own pace
-Personal training toward becoming an instructor in 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

Key Point for Success:  Please register three (3) weeks before the workshop date.  This is a train-the-trainer workshop - please allow yourself time to prepare. 

Instructor qualification is a 2-part process.

Part 1 - Complete the Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) Program 

You must complete the SIPP training to continue to Step 2 with the Master Trainer.  Depending on your experience, the average time to complete the SIPP is 20 to 35 hours when approached at a reasonable pace.  Send Bill your certificate before the next Step.  Everything you need to begin the SIPP training will be sent upon payment confirmation.  

Part 2 - Complete the scheduled workshop with the Master Trainer, complying with the minimum qualifications defined on the TCHI website

The participant is responsible for purchasing the following required resource materials.

*Teaching Tai Chi Effectively Book*https://us.taichiproductions.com/books/teaching-tai-chi-effectively/
*Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention Handbook*https://us.taichiproductions.com/books/tai-chi-for-arthritis/
**Optional - Membership in the Tai Chi for Health Institute(TCHI) after qualification**

* Resource Materials may be purchased through Tai Chi Productions www.taichiproductions.com or (906) 217-2000 *Participants - use the promo code MTWS20 for 20% off the TTE Book & TCAFP Handbook at the Tai Chi Productions website (not valid on Amazon).

** The term Board-Certified Instructor indicates the individual is a Qualified Instructor in a TCHI Program and has joined the TCHI as a Board-Certified Instructor with a yearly membership fee of $25/$40 AUS. For more info see: https://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/how-to-become-a-certified-tai-chi-instructor-of-dr-paul-lams-programs/

Workshop Prices are in USD:

Live or Virtual Training workshop for new instructors for the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention programs:

$300 SIPP not included. (Participant purchase SIPP separately - MT 30% discount available - SIPP certification of completion required)

$360 SIPP Included (Agency, Corporate, University accounts, or single invoice payment - please note in comments when registering - payment confirmation required)

After registration, an invoice will be sent. You can pay with a check, money order, or credit card (Note: 3.4% is added for the cc fee).

Virtual Workshop

Master Trainer - Instructor
Bill Pickett - BillPickett20@gmail.com

Senior Trainer - Instructor
Linda Pickett - Lpickett@tds.net