Tai Chi for Kidz by Lawson in Miami

Tai Chi 4 Kids

Dr. Paul Lam, a family physician in Sydney, Australia, is a world leader in the field of Tai Chi for health improvement. Knowing that tai chi has almost magical effects on the mind, body and spirit, he and his team of educators and tai chi experts designed this tai chi exercise program to be especially beneficial in addressing the needs of children and young people through their teenage years.  Educational research supports the value of mindful movement for youth in settings such as schools, camps, and leisure programs.

Young people love to learn and they learn very fast especially when engaged in a fun activity.  This specially designed tai chi program emphasizes the fun element while developing the mind and body. It is designed with several small building blocks to capture children’s attention, incorporating imagery and games to add appeal.  In the instructor training workshop, you will learn how to adapt the learning method to the age and ability of the youth.  The program works to help our kids succeed despite the challenges of autism, bullying, changing parental norms, drugs, learning disabilities, and special needs.

Reasons to Come

• Discover how mindful movement can improve focus and resiliency
• 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
• Learn Dr Lam's Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method
• Learn an exercise program you can enjoy with your kids
• Improve your teaching skills

Requirements

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

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

Participants will receive either an attendance or instructor/leader’s certificate.

By the Completion of the Workshop, you will:

• Know the Tai Chi 4 Kids set at a deeper level
• Understand how mindful movement can increase learning outcomes and improve classroom atmosphere
• Have learned how to teach this program effectively and safely
• Have improved your tai chi skills and teaching toolkit
• 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. 

Dr Paul Lam

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 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 workshops.

NB:  The name of the Master Trainer authorized by Dr Lam to conduct this workshop is displayed on the workshop location and details page.

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) 

This dynamic training combines physical movements with mental imagery in order to promote mindfulness, focus, and relaxation to benefit youth as well as the caregivers, therapists, teachers and parents who will share the program with them.

Lunch will be on our own.  

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing.  To respect and protect the floor of the martial arts studio, be prepared to change from your street shoes into socks, or if you need additional support for a podiatric reason, soft shoes/slippers that have never been worn in the street.

Standard fee:     $280

Early Bird fee:    $260 (Register and pay  by July 24th)

Remit payments by:   Zelle: (786)245-9035/ Paypal: paypal.me/GoldCoastAikikaiFL/ or check to Tai Chi Fulcrum, PO Box 1811, Hobe Sound, FL. 33475

It is required to learn the basic sequence of movements prior to the workshop using Dr. Lam's DVD, Tai Chi 4 Kidz.  This can be purchased via www.taichiproductions.com using the discount code (20% discount) that you will receive after your registration is processed.

8482 SW 8th St, Miami Florida. 33144 at Gold Coast Aikikai

The venue can be approached from the north via I-95 to SR-826W, to exit US41, SW 8th St. Specific directions can be found through your preferred app.  

Cristina Dumlao (786) 245-9035  gcaikikai@gmail.com

Patricia Lawson (772) 260-3365  taichilawson@gmail.com