Tai Chi for Therapy: Evidence Based Prevention and Wellness

Fitness Trainer: Therapeutic Tai Chi Fall Prevention Program Continuing Education Credit

American Fitness Professionals and Associates approved CEC(s) for individuals attending this event. 8 CEC’s  Certified on completion as “Teacher in Training”.   Small group fitness trainers learn tai chi as fall (injury) prevention training program, personal training for balance, fitness/fall prevention>

Register         Mail In Registration Form  (pdf)  Email    Phone: (860)455 0353

Why this Tai Chi Program?

  • Community-based clinical trial with older adults
  •  Reduction in the risk of falling by 55%
  • Community-based evaluation and dissemination: tested and reliable
  • CDC Recommended fall prevention program
  • It is a SIMPLE tai chi movement set: (8 tai chi “exercises”)
  • Complete Program Protocol
  • Reliable Functional Outcomes:

Better movement excursion and control, and consistent, steady walking patterns:

  •     improved postural stability
  •     improved control of body positioning
  •     improved gait initiation
  •     improved movement symmetry and coordination
  •     improved lower extremity strength

The low cost, ease of application, and great potential for socialization  make an evidence-based community (small group) Tai Chi program a powerful intervention for improving physical ability, health, and quality of life.  One on one general fitness and balance training: CDC recommended program.  New, or add-in business opportunity.