Tai Chi for Arthritis, Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention & Updates - Albany GA - MT Jocelyn Simpson
When and Where
| Date: | 26th - 27th Aug, 2019 |
| Time: | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | SOWEGA COUNCIL ON AGING 335 W. Society Ave. Albany GA United States |
Information
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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
Details
Dr. Paul Lam, a retired family physician and tai chi master, led a team of tai chi and medical specialists to create this evidence based program. It is easy, enjoyable and safe for people with arthritis to learn. Medical studies have shown the program to relieve pain for people with arthritis and improve their quality of lives, as well as prevent falls for older adults. For this reason, the Arthritis Foundation around the world and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are giving it their full support. Although especially effective for arthritis and fall prevention, it is a great start for beginners to improve health and wellness.
DAY 1 and 2: Tai Chi For Arthritis and Tai Chi for Arthritis For Fall Prevention Instructor Qualification Training and Update
DAY 2: REQUIRED For Those Attending For Recertification/Update; Recommended To Attend Both DAY 1 and DAY 2
In "Participant Comments" please indicate which days you plan to attend.
Who Can Come?
Anyone with or without prior tai chi experience can attend this workshop. Preparation is strongly recommended (see http://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/how-to-become-an-instructor-of-dr-lams-program-3/).
Preparation
Prepare by working with the relevant DVD as much as possible (Tai Chi for Arthritis and Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis). It will enable you to gain the maximum benefits and enjoyment from this workshop.
The book “Teaching Tai Chi Effectively” and the "Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention" handbook will be our texts for this workshop. Review of these texts, and especially the chapters on safety, teaching effectively, Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method and Working with Chronic Conditions is part of your preparation.
The dvd(s), text, handbook and other resources are available at www.taichiproductions.com. Paid participants receive a 20% discount. A code will be given to you when your booking is confirmed and payment received.
Please arrive to the workshop scent free in consideration for those with perfume allergies. Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.
Who will be Certified to Teach the Program?
Participants who have met all requirements on completion of the workshop will be eligible to be certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach this program. Please see the following link for details of the certification process: http://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/faq-for-becoming-a-board-certified-instructor/ and http://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/how-to-become-an-instructor-of-dr-lams-program-3/ for details on requirements and preparation. A nominal annual membership fee is required. In addition, you must be CPR/First Aid certified.
At this workshop qualified instructors will have an opportunity to update their existing qualifications. There may be an administration fee, and you will need to complete a written assignment and submit it no later than two weeks prior to the workshop (If updating TCA or TCAFP and attending both Days 1 and 2, no assignment is required.). Be prepared to demonstrate the form associated with the program you are updating. CPR and First Aid training must be up to date. Reminder: Updates are required every two years.
Update assignments are due August 12.
Registering online
Register online with TCHI by clicking the link above. If you are already a certified instructor, you will need to login to the website to register for this workshop. Use the "Lost Password" link to reset your password if you are having difficulties logging on.
Payment is to be made to SOWEGA Council on Aging (See Cost and Payment Information below).
CEU Credits
6.5 contact hours for CEUs per day are available for a small additional fee for Physical Therapists (PTs & PTAs), Occupational Therapists (OTs and OTAs), Advance Practice Registered Nurses (APRN), Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) & American College of Sports Medicine Certified Professionals (ACSM). Every state and certifying organization has different requirements, and these requirements are subject to frequent changes. TCHI, as with all CE providing organizations, require that each participant check with their certifying organization to verify that they will accept these CEUs.
The Tai Chi for Health Institute is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. The course offering is approved for up to 16.5 contact hours applicable to APRN, RN, or LPN relicensure. KS State Board of Nursing Provider Number (SP1460-0321).
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. This workshop (Tai Chi for Health) provides a maximum of 14 OT/OTA contact hours. Provider #98000561A
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. This workshop (Tai Chi for Health) provides a maximum of 14 PT/PTA contact hours. Provider #CEULO10539
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 (2018 – December 2021). 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. ACSM approved providership of this program does not imply endorsement of the sponsoring organization’s products/services.”
Authorized Provider: Tai Chi for Health Institute • www.taichiforhealthinstitute.org USA Program Administrator: TCHI-USA (CE) • c/o Meghan E Creations, LLC, 265 Turkeysag Trail, Ste 102 #130, Palmyra, VA 22963
Cost
Registration fees are $400
If updating TCA or TCAFP Part 1, attend both days (August 26-27) at reduced rate of $275 ($125 discount).
Additional fee if updating programs other than TCA, TCAFP, Seated TCA or TCA2. Contact Master Trainer for details. (Updates are also available for TCD, TCE, TCE2, TCR, TCO, TCB, TCM.)
$30 if requesting ceu's (Please indicate in Participant Comments upon registering if you are requesting ceus.)
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Location
SOWEGA Council on Aging
335 W. Society Ave.
Albany, GA 31701
Hotel Recommendation: Mention you are with the tai chi group for discounted rate! There may be a limited number of rooms at this rate or a cutoff date for the discount, so please make your reservations early.
Merry Acres Inn & Event Center
1500 Dawson Road
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 435-7721
email: reservations@merryacres.com
Contact
Master Trainer: Jocelyn Simpson
jocelynsimpson854@gmail.com
770-912-9229
Local Contact:
Robin McCord
Wellness Coordinator
SOWEGA Council on Aging
Office: (229) 432-1124
Fax: (229) 483-0995
