Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Instructor Training and Updates by Sam Sujatna

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 specialised 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

Requirements

Anyone is welcome to attend, but in order to qualify to be certified as an instructor, please check the recommended qualifications listed below.

• Physical therapists or physiotherapists
• Tai chi teachers or advanced students
• Exercise instructors
• Other similar professionals

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

About the Creator of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

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-recognised teacher, and the author of several books on tai chi and health and best-selling instructional tai chi DVDs. Over five million people worldwide practise 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 workshops.

NB: The Master Trainer authorised by Dr Lam to conduct this workshop is named on this workshop page.

Preparation

Required preparatory work includes learning the forms through the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention online lessons or DVD and reading the Teaching Tai Chi Effectively book. Depending on the workshop, these materials are either included in the workshop fee or offered at a 20% discount. The Details section of the workshop page explains how the cost of preparatory material is handled.

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 you are not already a member. One two-year membership fee of AUD 99 covers Board Certification for all your Tai Chi for Health qualifications, and you will then be listed with your certifications on the TCHI website. To learn more about membership benefits, see How to become a certified instructor.

Clothing

Wear loose comfortable clothes and closed flat shoes suitable for exercise.

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.

Continuing education credits

The Tai Chi for Health Institute is an approved provider of continuing education with the American College of Sports Medicine and other professional bodies in the USA, Australia and Korea. See Partnerships and accrediting organisations for the current list and the credits available for this program.

On successful completion of this two day intensive workshop, you will be provided with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct safe and effective Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls prevention classes. This easy to learn programme is based on the Sun Style of tai chi and was specially designed by Dr Paul Lam in conjunction with medical and tai chi experts to improve the control of arthritis, improve balance and flexibility. It has been recommended by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as an effective falls prevention activity. 

Reasons to come to the workshop:

• Learn how to teach this programme safely and effectively.
• Gain knowledge of what is Tai Chi, how it can prevent falls and how it can help people with arthritis.
• Be able to perform the Tai Chi for Arthritis set.

Who is eligible to attend this training? 

Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, Certified Allied Health Assistants, Diversional & Lifetyle Therapists, Health Professionals, Nurses, Tai Chi teachers and advanced Tai Chi students.

Your Trainer: 

Sam Sujatna is a Master Trainer of the Tai Chi for Arthritis 1 & 2, Fall Prevention and Seated Tai Chi for programmes. He is a former Personal Trainer and the current President of the Kung Fu Wushu Association of Western Australia. Sam is also the first W.A. resident to be Board Certified to deliver the TCHI programmes.

Preparation: 

Each participant needs to be familiar with the movements in the Tai Chi for Arthritis programme (DVD available for $35.99) and the textbook "Teaching Tai Chi Effectively" by Dr Paul Lam (available in hard copy $21.95 or e-book $9.95) before coming to the workshop.  These products are available from Tai Chi Productions in Sydney Ph: 02 9533 6511 or visit: www.taichiproductions.com

Board Certification: 

Following successful completion of the course, you will be required to register to become a Tai Chi for Health Institute Board certified instructor/leader before teaching the programme.  A single annual fee of $25 (Standard Membership) or $45 (Premier Membership) covers Board Certification for all of your Tai Chi for Health Institute qualifications.

Instructor Updates Available:

• Tai Chi for Arthritis
• Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

Accreditation Points:

Please check with your peak body organisation to see if Tai Chi for Arthritis is recognised by industry.

Instructor Certification: $220
Update Instructor Certification: $110
Registrations are managed through through Injury Matters WA.
For more information, please go to: https://www.stayonyourfeet.com.au/event/

Tomasi Room
Bendat Parent and Community Centre
36 Dodd Street
WEMBLEY 6014

Sam Sujatna: info@taichiforhealthtraining.com.au

Alyson Elari: aelari@injurymatters.org.au