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Tai Chi for Diabetes Instructor Training Workshop + Multi Updates with MT Tamara Bennett

When and Where

Date: 20th - 21st Jun, 2020
Time: 9am - 5pm
Address: St Chads Communication Centre Trust
2 Devon Street
Glenholme, Rotorua
Rotorua
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

Saturday & Sunday (20-21 June 2020)

Tai Chi for Diabetes Instructor Training Workshop (+ Refresher/Updates)
*Detailed information can be found in the programme section on the other side of this page
*Read below for Refresher/Updates

Step 1 ~ Register with TCHI (Tai Chi for Health Institute)  green box with link above 'REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP'
Step 2 ~ Pay your Course Fees (section below)
Step 3 ~ Order Required Resources (section below)
Step 4 ~ Prepare for the Instructor Training Workshop (work with the DVD(s), read TTCE book)
Step 5 ~ Complete pre-workshop paperwork (emailed after registration & payment)
Step 6 ~ Attend the workshop
Step 7 ~ Become a TCHI BCI (Board Certified Instructor) ... read below
Step 8 ~ Share your knowledge and skills with others ...
Step 9 ~ Update/Refresh your qualification(s) every two years, practise tai chi & have FUN!

TCHI Board Certified Instructor fee is required on successful certification:

The annual fee is payable direct to the Tai Chi for Health Institute. Following successful completion of the instructor training workshop, you will receive an email invitation to become a Tai Chi for Health Institute Board Certified Instructor (BCI), which is required before teaching the program (if not already a member). Annual fee is $25 AUD (Standard Membership) or $45 AUD (Premier Membership) regardless of the number of certificates you have. A TCHI Board Certified Instructor is a person who has fulfilled the requirements, completed the training of a Tai Chi for Health programme, and is registered with the Tai Chi for Health Institute board. For detailed information please go to this link HERE

Cost

Course Fees: 

Registration Course Fee Includes: two days tuition, morning and afternoon teas and certificate
*Participants provide your own lunch
*Participants must have the required resources, see below
Cancellation administration fee $50 (transferable to a future workshop)

Fee sections below:

  1. REPs Registered Member
  2. TCHC NZ Inc Member & 4 FUN
  3. Non-Member
  4. Resources Required
  5. Refresher/Updates

 

1. REPs Registered (15% Discount) ….. CPDs

ADD TO CART Sat & Sun 20-21 June 2020 … 2 Days
Early Bird $250 incl GST (After 21 May 2020, $280 incl GST)


2. TCHC NZ Inc Member (10% Discount)

If you’re a TCHI Board Certified Instructor … enter code BCI-5% in the cart for another 5% off your cart total

ADD TO CART Sat & Sun 20-21 June 2020 … 2 Days
Early Bird $265 incl GST (After 21 May 2020, $295 incl GST)

ADD TO CART 4 FUN !!! Currently qualified with TCD and you want to attend “Just 4 FUN” to upskill and have fun working with others … you can attend the 2-day weekend workshop for $100 (After 21 May 2020 , $125 incl GST)  

3. Non-Member 

ADD TO CART Sat & Sun 20-21 June 2020 … 2 Days
Early Bird $295 incl GST  (After 21 May 2020, $325 incl GST)


4. Resources Required:

Teaching Tai Chi Effectively book 2011 ($25 discounted price for workshop participants ONLY)     ADD TO CART

 

Tai Chi for Diabetes DVD ($30 discounted price for workshop participants ONLY)     ADD TO CART

 

Recommended Additional Resources: ($30 discounted price for workshop participants ONLY) for the Tai Chi for Diabetes Handbook, Tai Chi for Diabetes movement chart and the Warm-Up & Cool-Down chart      ADD TO CART

 

Note: A current First Aid certificate is recommended for all Tai Chi for Health Institute Instructors and workshop participants. Students are welcome to attend as course participants (Attendance certificate)


5. Refresher / Update(s)

TCD Refresher/Update:
ADD TO CART Sun 21 June 2020 required
***Instructors attending for a TCD Update are encouraged to attend Saturday at NO EXTRA CHARGE
Early Bird $150 NZD incl GST (After 21 May 2020 $165)

Other Updates
ADD Additional Refresher/Updates to the workshop price for $35/each.
An assignment will be required and emailed after registration is received.
Participants who do not already have the TCD qualification, must attend the 2-day workshop to be able to update additional qualifications.

TCA ‘Suite’ (TCA, TCAFP, STCA, TCA2) ADD TO CART
TCO     ADD TO CART
TCE     ADD TO CART
TCE 2  ADD TO CART
TCK     ADD TO CART
TCR     ADD TO CART
TCM     ADD TO CART
TCHC   ADD TO CART

NOTE: If you are updating 3 or more Additional qualifications maximum payment of $100  ADD TO CART
NOTE: The TCA ‘Suite’ is considered one qualification
Email Tamara with the name of the updates you need.

Location

Location: Rotorua, NZ

Venue: St Chads Communication Centre Trust (2 Devon Street, Glenholme, Rotorua 3010)

Google Maps … link to venue