KANSAS CITY: Exploring the Depth of Tai Chi for Arthritis with Dr Paul Lam

Places are limited. Acceptance is on a first come, first served basis.

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Since its creation more than twenty years ago, the Tai Chi for Arthritis program has been supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov) plus many health departments and arthritis foundations around the world.

Millions of people globally have enjoyed the program and gained many health benefits. There are over thirty medical studies showing that it is effective for improving balance and reducing falls, as well as providing many other health benefits.

Older people are more likely to fall which can cause serious injury. Tai Chi for Arthritis has been shown by studies to prevent falls. Australian and New Zealand government departments have utilised this program to prevent the elderly from falling.

The causes of falls in the elderly include muscle weakness, poor balance and vision, lack of confidence when moving about and the effects of Medic*tion.

Many studies have shown Tai Chi as being one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls.

This has been one of the most popular workshops conducted by Dr Paul Lam around the world for over the last 17 years. The addition of the Fall Prevention module brought greater efficacy! This workshop evolves constantly and many people enjoy it so much they attend it several times over the years.

Dr Lam will discuss the deeper meanings of tai chi principles and how to incorporate them into your forms. He will explain the ultimate purpose of tai chi and what Qi (vital life energy) is, and work on using the Yi (mind) to drive the Qi, and Qi to drive the Jing (internal force.) Dr Lam will show you how to deliver the Jing and use it to store and regenerate more Qi. These techniques and knowledge are applicable to all forms of tai chi.

Tai chi practitioners at every level will find something useful, and your tai chi will improve significantly. You will be fascinated by new interpretations and the clear directions will allow you to develop their tai chi to a higher level in an even more enjoyable way.

Millions of people around the world have learned Tai Chi for Arthritis; many would like to progress further. You can develop your tai chi and gain greater health benefits in this workshop. There is infinite depth in the Tai Chi for Arthritis program. Discover how much more power and enjoyment you can gain as you explore and re-explore the depth!

• To work with the creator of the Tai Chi for Health programs
• To improve your tai chi
• To deepen your understanding of tai chi principles
• To gain new insights into tai chi
• To feel the flow and beauty of tai chi

Anyone who knows Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (and preferably Part Two), and can perform the form from memory.

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Dr Paul Lam, a family physician and tai chi expert from Sydney, is a world leader in the field of tai chi for health. His visionary book, "Teaching Tai Chi Effectively", has been a key factor in the great success of the Tai Chi for Health programs. Millions of people have improved their health and wellness by learning from his programs.

Dr Lam has authored best-selling books, instructional tai chi DVDs and online tai chi lessons. His tai chi programs are supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.gov), and health departments and arthritis foundations around the world.

Dr Lam enjoys sharing his years of tai chi experience so much that he has travelled over a million miles teaching it. His workshops are usually fully booked, people travel thousands of miles to attend his workshop. He has a knack of making complex theory easy to learn. You can expect to enjoy his friendly interactive teaching method, and gain significant improvement in your tai chi.

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All participants are required to prepare prior to the workshop. You will gain more from the workshop with the preparation.

You can get Dr Paul Lam's program material through either:

After registering for this workshop, your confirmation email will include a special 20% discount code that can be used to purchase the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention DVD or subscribe to Online Tai Chi Lessons.

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

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

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Airport:

• Kansas City International (MCI)

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*Note: You can also avail a 'combined workshop discount' by registering for both Friday and weekend workshops. Learn more below.

• EARLY-BIRD (until Aug 13 only) - $460

• Regular Price - $510

• EARLY-BIRD (until Aug 13 only) - $415

• Regular TCHI Member Price - $455

All prices are subject to non-refundable Eventbrite fees, as well as any applicable local sales taxes.

If you prefer to pay by check, please register first through this page to get the total amount and choose to pay by check. Once you are registered, please make the check payable to DR PAUL LAM TAI CHI WORKSHOPS USA, then send your check to:

Dr Paul Lam Tai Chi Workshops USA

c/o Patricia Lawson

PO Box 1811

Hobe Sound, FL 33475

Check payment is due upon receipt of order. Please include workshop name and city. Late fee of $25 will be added if check payment not received within 14 business days of receipt of order.

Register for the "Depth of Yang 24 Forms" workshop (Friday, September 15, also in Kansas City MO) to receive a $65 discount code which you can use for this TCAFP 2-Day Workshop (Sat-Sun, September 16-20)

Please book the first.

After booking the "Depth of Yang 24 Forms" workshop, please check your confirmation e-mail for the $65 discount code to be used for this TCAFP 2-Day Workshop.

Note that only one discount code can be applied and cannot be used in conjunction with other discount codes.

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Workshop participants who are also certified TCHI Instructors will have the opportunity to update any of their Tai Chi for Health qualifications. Advanced notice is essential. Administration fees apply.

Price per Update: $55

(max of $220 for 4 or more updates)

All prices subject to non-refundable Eventbrite fees.

For Updates, as part of the fee, you will receive access and will be required to complete the STAGE 1 Instructor Training program of the specific program/s you are updating.

After registering, the Tai Chi Workshops USA team will send you a link to access the relevant STAGE 1 Instructor Training program/s. If you do not receive your link, please email [email protected]

Please allow suitable time to complete the required STAGE 1 Instructor Training program - It would take anywhere from 10 hours (for experienced Tai Chi for Health instructors) to 150 hours (for participants new to tai chi). Please start your preparation as soon as possible and allow suitable time to complete the required program depending on your experience.

Upon completion of STAGE 1 material, you will be issued a Certificate of Completion. You must submit this certificate to [email protected] prior to the in-person workshop (ideally no later than 2 weeks prior).

Note: If you have already completed the STAGE 1 Instructor Training program previously and have already been issued a Certificate of Completion in the past, please complete the training again, and submit your old certificate along with a message that you certify that you have completed the program again in preparation for updating in this workshop.

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If you have any questions, please contact Ernie or Pat from the US Workshops Team via:

• E-mail: [email protected]

• Phone: 844-823-7526 (USA; Best hours to call 9AM-1PM Eastern, or leave voice message)

• Greg Zuendel: 816-666-3707 ([email protected])

Host or Publisher Tai Chi for Health