Zoom - Tai Chi for Beginners & Updates with Jocelyn Simpson

Tai Chi for Beginners

What is Tai Chi for Beginners?

Dr Lam and his team of tai chi experts composed this program, based on the most popular Yang style 24 Forms Tai Chi, to be learner-friendly. The Beginners set gives students an easy-to-learn format that leads to a solid foundation. The program takes learners on an enjoyable journey to better health and harmony through the power of tai chi, building in steps that incorporate warm-ups, Qigong, stepping exercises, foundation movements, and exploring the connections between movements. It is both a safe and a satisfying program.

Reasons to Come

• To work with Dr Lam’s Master Trainers to learn the 6 Easy Steps and the program.
• To learn a program based on Yang-style tai chi for your existing and new students.
• To learn new perspectives to help improve your tai chi
• To be introduced to a proven teaching system that will improve student retention
• To improve health and harmony
• To be a part of the Tai Chi for Health international family.
• To earn instructor certification in this program

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 Beginner’s Yang style 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

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.

A written assignment must be completed and submitted one week before the workshop. Late fees apply.

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

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) 

Virtual - What's Different?

1. You get to attend this workshop from the comfort of your own home or office!

2. Zoom Platform - Download the free Zoom app and review the tutorials so you will be familiar with it prior to the workshop. 

3. All small group activities usually done in "in person" workshops will be done using "Breakout Rooms".

4. Following the workshop, you will meet with Master Trainer Jocelyn Simpson for an individual Zoom session where you will teach her a movement from TCB using the Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method and demonstrate the forms. 

Should you not be qualified for certification by the post-workshop Zoom session(s), you will have 2 additional weeks to complete requirements. There is an additional fee for additional Zoom sessions, so be sure to put in the time prior to the workshop to prepare.

What is required?

     - Completion of Dr. Lam's self-paced study package SIPP. After you complete registration, you will be sent the link and a discount code for 30% off retail  ($56 instead of $80).

     - Review of materials and practice (including teaching practice). Dr. Lam's book "Teaching Tai Chi Effectively" is a required text. It may be purchased at www.taichiproductions.com, or Amazon.  After your registration is finalized, you will receive a discount code for the book to use at taichiproductions.com.

     -SIPP is good for 365 days, at which time you may renew it at the same discounted rate OR purchase the TCB DVD or online lessons. I will send you a 20% off discount code for materials ordered from Tai Chi Productions (Store link on tchi.org) 

     - CPR & First Aid certification

If updating your current certification, please provide a copy of your most recent certificate.

What is expected of me at the workshop?

     - Practice and Demonstration of the qigong postures, warm-ups & cool-downs, and the TCB postures from memory. You are not permitted to view the video during your demonstration.

     - Demonstration and understanding of the Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method from memory

     - Understanding of safety protocols - Chapter 4 of "Teaching Tai Chi Effectively"

     - Understanding of requirements of TCHI-certified instructors, including our Code of Ethics (https://taichiforhealthinstitute.org/instructors/code-of-ethics/) See also Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

     - Camaraderie with fellow instructors, sharing ideas and a great time together!

Once registered, you will receive an invoice via "Square". You may then pay via credit card or Zelle. If you need a different method of payment, please contact Jocelyn at the email address below. Premier Members receive a 10% discount, so make sure your membership is up to date if you are currently a certified instructor!

Early Bird Rate (paid prior to March 1)

$250 if attending workshop for initial training

$150 if attending to update current certification

Rate after March 1

$285 for initial training

$165 for update

Additional fee for multiple updates - $40 per additional update to a maximum of $120

Cancellations after March 1 are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

Once you pay for the workshop, you will receive a link to purchase the SIPP (Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package).  The retail fee is $80, but with the code you will receive, a 30% discount is applied bringing the fee down to about $56.  You will have access to the SIPP for an entire year.  It will continue to support you as you plan your lessons in that first year.  Be sure to get your discount code first before you purchase the SIPP.

This is a virtual workshop using the Zoom platform. Please download Zoom (you may use the free version). If you haven't used this platform before, Zoom provides videos to help you learn how it works. This is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Find a space in your home suitable for practice, and experiment with Zoom so you learn how to stay within the frame. I will need to see you head to toe. I recommend using painter's tape on the floor to outline the area you will need to stay within. If available, I recommend using an HDMI connection to a larger screen or television so you have a larger image.

You can also check out the following YouTube videos from Dr. Lam and Becky Rahe for important Zoom Tech information:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jE2FjM1jlKI and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PW-0O_HdSjk&t=8s.

Master Trainer:  Jocelyn Simpson - jocelynsimpson854@gmail.com

Senior Trainer:  Tracey Anfuso-Temple - tracey_anfuso@hotmail.com