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SYDNEY: Senior Trainer (ST) Training and Updates Workshop with Dr Paul Lam

When and Where

Date: 9th - 10th Jan, 2027
Time: 9:00AM to 5:00PM AEDT each day
Address: The Brighton Hotel Sydney
2 Princess St
Brighton-Le-Sands
NSW
Australia
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1-Day Live In-Person Workshop

We have created a dedicated Senior Trainer (ST) Training Workshop, focused entirely on what STs do and what you need. This replaces the old Points Tracking Sheet system — instead of tracking points, all STs will now attend an ST Training Workshop once every two years as their update requirement.

This workshop is a chance to come together with fellow STs, share experiences, and learn from each other. It covers your role and responsibilities, supporting MTs and instructors, running skill-builders in your region, and practical ideas you can take home. You will also be introduced to the new ST Update Summary Sheet — a simple record of your activities and contributions that replaces the old points system.
 


Requirements for New and Current Senior Trainers

SIPP-TCAFP

Senior Trainers are required to complete Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package - Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (SIPP-TCAFP) before attending.

Upon registration, you will receive a link to access SIPP-TCAFP for three years (valued at US$80) in your confirmation e-mail as part of your workshop fee.

Additional Updates

If you are updating additional programs, you must also complete the relevant SIPP/s of the program/s you will Update. Please allow suitable time to complete the required SIPP online learning material (valued at US$80 each, included in your Update fee). After you purchase an Update/s, you will be sent a link to access the relevant SIPP.

SIPP Certificates of Completion

After completing a SIPP, you will receive a SIPP Certificate of Completion. Please submit your SIPP Certificate at least two before the workshop.

SIPP Certificates of Completion are valid for 2 years from issuance. If you had already previously completed the SIPP of the relevant program you are taking, please check to see if your certificate is still valid, i.e., issued 9th January 2025 onwards (2 years before this 2027 Workshop). 

As a Senior Trainer, we recommend you complete the latest version of SIPP (2026) and receive an updated certificate of completion. Either way, please ensure you submit a valid certificate.

Please submit all SIPP Certificates of Completion directly to TCHI at service@tchi.org at least two weeks before the workshop: No later than 26th December 2026.
 


Venue

The Brighton Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection
2 Princess St, Brighton-Le-Sands NSW 2216
www.thebrightonsydney.com.au

Contact:
hotel@thebrightonsydney.com.au
+61295565111 (Australia)
 


Fees

NOTE: Non-refundable booking and payment processing fees will be added at checkout.

The cost of tuition is the same as Updates workshops from the previous several years.

New ST Training Tuition:

  • Required TCAFP - $300

Current ST Training Tuition:

  • Required TCAFP - $250

Updates:

  • Other Update/s - $50 each
    (max total $100 for 2 or more programs)

Hotel Fee:

  • $150 on top of tuition fee

Includes:

  • Morning and afternoon refreshments
  • Sumptuous lunch
  • Hotel service fees
  • Certificate

*Note: Accommodation is NOT included.

Cancellation fees:

  • $75 until 15th November 2026
  • No refunds from 16th November 2026 onwards
     


Accommodation

*Accommodation is NOT included in the workshop fees.

The Brighton Hotel will provide a special group discount of 15% off best available flexible rate to all attendees of the Annual Tai Chi Workshop.

To make your reservations, please contact the hotel reservations department directly at +61 2 9556 5111 and quote the name of our event and the group block code 2701TAICHI to access the special discount.

If you do not wish to book at The Brighton Hotel, there may be other types of accommodation available in the area.

Parking

Self-parking is available at a short stay rate of $5 per hour for a maximum of 6 hours, or $35 per day, or $45 per night which includes in-and-out privileges until 12:00pm the following day.

The hotel carpark can be accessed via either Bay Street or Princess Street. Kindly note that there is a height restriction of 1.9m, and the system operates on license plate recognition for added convenience.

To secure your parking spot, bookings are available at: https://public.hotelparking.com.au/the-brighton/hotel
 


What to Wear

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

Please attend scent-free in consideration of those with allergies, including Dr Lam himself.
 


Contact

Dr Lam's teams love sharing tai chi in the most positive and interactive way. We will do what we can to facilitate a fun and rewarding time for all at the workshops.

Please contact the Australian Tai Chi Workshops Team for workshop information:

Please contact the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) directly for instructor certification information:

 

 

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