Tai Chi is one of the most effective strategies to reduce the risk of experiencing a fall due to its positive benefits for maintaining muscle and strength, increasing endurance, improving gait, balance, and mood. Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Instructor training, developed by Dr Paul Lam, is an evidence-based program to help health professionals working with older adults to become a certified Tai Chi for Health Institute Instructor.

This comprehensive, practical, and enjoyable Instructor Preparation Package contains essential material to learn how to be an effective and safe instructor of the Tai Chi for Arthritis & Falls Prevention program. The online and in-person components follow a natural learning sequence with an online portal that includes video guides from Dr Paul Lam at every step and a one-day in-person workshop run by Tai Chi for Health Institute Master Trainer Sam Sujatna in Perth, WA.

Who should register?

This training is suitable for physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and fitness instructors who work with older adults and want to implement Tai Chi classes as a falls prevention measure in their community.

The total cost of this training package amounts to around AUD $200, with the Injury Matters-led workshop costing AUD $80. After completing this training package, you will become a certified Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) Instructor. As a certified instructor, you will be able to help people improve their quality of life through Tai Chi and, at the same time, enhance your own Tai Chi skills.

Please note that you must complete both program steps and register for them at the same time. By doing so, you are committing to completing the training and gaining certification.

Step One (US$80)

Register for this online component of the training package, which includes Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention (TCAFP) program, along with a specific sequence of learning materials, as well as:

• Additional videos to guide you through every part
• Knowledge units for Instructors
• Quizzes
• 6 Webinar recordings
• Digital certificate after completion, which you will need to provide to access Step Two

Register here for Step One

After registration, you will have access to this online content for one full year. However, you will need to complete all required content and provide the certificate of completion prior to attending the workshop (Step Two). The estimated time to complete the online components is 2-3 weeks. Therefore, we advise you to register for Step One no later than 17th April 2024 to access Step Two. The cost for this online component is not affiliated with Injury Matters as it is an external training portal.

Step Two (AUD$80)

Register for our in-person one-day workshop on May 7th 2024, facilitated by Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) Master Trainer Sam Sujatna. This one-day workshop will cover:

• Stay On Your Feet® overview
• Tai Chi fundamentals
• Sun style Tai Chi sequence
• Seated Tai Chi

Register here for Step Two