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Zoom--Tai Chi for Kidz P Lawson and J Simpson

When and Where

Date: 2nd - 3rd Apr, 2022
Time: 9am-5pm
Address: Virtual
United States

Information

Information

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) 

 

Details

This is a practical course for teachers and other educational professionals, with many applications to the school environment.  The 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.  Anyone who works with kids ages 5-15 will gain a modern set of tools to help kids and teens develop resiliency and self-esteem while reducing anxiety.  We will explore research on mindful movement and its positive impact on focus, emotional control, coordination, and self-esteem.  In addition to a modular tai chi set, we will learn strategies to help kids develop their social emotional intelligences in these times of challenges and stress.

Educational studies show the positive effects of mindful movement for youth, today more than ever.  Tai Chi 4 Kidz is a mind-body exercise program that will improve focus, decrease stress and improve coordination not only for students with special needs, but students in general along with the adults who practice witth them.   

Participants must invest a few hours in advance of the workshop to learn the sequence of movements in the online course or DVD.  The DVD may be ordered at a 20% discount using the coupon code provided after registration is processed.  

A short virtual Teach and Set Check is required, and will be scheduled 7-10 days prior to the training.  It is important that you are comfortable with the basic movements in the set by that time.

 

Cost

Course fee: $280

Early Bird discounted fee, if paid by February 21, is $260.  Cancellation fee $50 after March 6.

The course fee may be paid by Zelle to Patricia Lawson 772-260-3365, or check to Tai Chi Fulcrum at  PO Box 1811, Hobe Sound, FL 33475.  M/C Visa payments may be processed by calling Patricia Lawson at 772-260-3365.

In addition to the course fee, each participant must purchase the DVD or online course in advance of the workshop, and become familiar with the order of the movements prior to the course.  The text, Teaching Tai Chi Effectively, is also required.  These may be purchased through Tai Chi Productions using a discount code for 20% off retail.  The code will be provided after your registration is finalized.  

Location

This course is held on the virtual platform Zoom.

Contact

For information or questions, please contact Patricia Lawson 772-260-3365 or taichilawson@gmail.com