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INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP
June 7 - June 12, 2010.
Tacoma, WA, United States.
One Week Tai Chi Workshop (REGISTRATIONS NOW CLOSED)
To download brochure and registration form please click here front page back page
I would like to invite you and your friends to
our upcoming workshop on June 7-12 in Tacoma WA. It will be an ideal time for self-growth and improving your Tai Chi and health. I am confident that you will have a rewarding experience.
our upcoming workshop on June 7-12 in Tacoma WA. It will be an ideal time for self-growth and improving your Tai Chi and health. I am confident that you will have a rewarding experience. The pre-conference workshop held on June 5-6 will be Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis and Tai Chi @ Work. You will learn how to adapt these programs in the workplace and with people with disabilities. This workshop can also be an update for other Tai Chi for Health programs.
We are offering several scholarships thanks to generous contributions from participants of June 2009 and the Tai Chi for Health Community. Click here for more information regarding this year's scholarship.
On behalf of our team, we are looking forward to welcoming new and catching up with old friends.
Dr Paul Lam
- To enjoy one-week of focused interactive training
- To expand your knowledge and skill in Tai Chi
- To share energy and spirit with Tai Chi enthusiasts worldwide
- To work with and learn from experienced teachers in an individualised class
- To gain a deeper understanding of what you have learnt from previous workshops
- To renew friendships with old friends and meet new ones
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To work with Dr Paul Lam and his colleagues
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To be part of a unique experience
"Participation within a community of highly motivated, knowledgeable and supportive practioners has been an enriching experience-physically, mentally and spiritually."
Madeleine Hill, Tuscaloosa, AL
"The organization, camaraderie, loving caring atmosphere, Dr Lam and the masgter Trainers made for an overall enjoyable experience."
Susan Benson, Sebring FL
"Having attended many tai chi workshops, I can say that Dr Lam's team provided a variety and wealth of information in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that I had not experienced elsewhere."
Nathalia Giniusz, Memphis, TN
Guidelines for choosing your course - Choose ONE course ONLY
*- Designed for beginners and those with some Tai chi experience to gain better health and well-being.
** - If you have one year's experience this can help you to expand your skill.
***- If you are an advanced practitioner, this can be a challenge to reach new heights.
****- If you are an advanced practitioner and wish to work realy hard, this will suit you.
** - If you have one year's experience this can help you to expand your skill.
***- If you are an advanced practitioner, this can be a challenge to reach new heights.
****- If you are an advanced practitioner and wish to work realy hard, this will suit you.
1. Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Instructor Training Course
* to **
You will learn the 12 movement Tai Chi for Arthritis and the 9 movement Part II programs, as well as a special module to use them for fall prevention. You will also learn skills to teach the programs effectively and safely. Supported by arthritis organisations worldwide, the programs are proven to improve health and quality of life.
You will learn the 12 movement Tai Chi for Arthritis and the 9 movement Part II programs, as well as a special module to use them for fall prevention. You will also learn skills to teach the programs effectively and safely. Supported by arthritis organisations worldwide, the programs are proven to improve health and quality of life.
Qualified participants (health and fitness professionals, advanced Tai chi students and instructors) may be certified to teach the programs. We welcome beginners to participate for personal growth and health.
2. Tai Chi for Diabetes and Osteoporosis Instructor Training * to **
You will learn both sets of forms which are based on Sun and Yang styles. They are complementary to, but different from, each other and Tai Chi forArthritis. However, the same qualifications apply for the certification. The programs are supported by Diabetes Australia and Osteoporosis Australia respectively. Also suitable for a beginner for personal growth and health improvement.
You will learn both sets of forms which are based on Sun and Yang styles. They are complementary to, but different from, each other and Tai Chi forArthritis. However, the same qualifications apply for the certification. The programs are supported by Diabetes Australia and Osteoporosis Australia respectively. Also suitable for a beginner for personal growth and health improvement.
3. The 24 Forms**
People of almost any level of physical fitness and age can learn this most popular Tai Chi set. Based on the Yang Style, it is gentle and graceful. Learning this set will give you a solid foundation and expand your skill.
People of almost any level of physical fitness and age can learn this most popular Tai Chi set. Based on the Yang Style, it is gentle and graceful. Learning this set will give you a solid foundation and expand your skill.
4. Exploring the Depth of The 24 Forms**
Pre-requisite: know the 24 Forms
The 24 Forms is used as a vehicle to work with essential Tai Chi principles, exploring the deeper meanings and internal aspects of Tai Chi in general.
Pre-requisite: know the 24 Forms
The 24 Forms is used as a vehicle to work with essential Tai Chi principles, exploring the deeper meanings and internal aspects of Tai Chi in general.
5. Sun Style 73 Forms**to ***
Pre-requisite: know Tai Chi for Arthritis I and II
Sun style Tai Chi contains unique and powerful Qigong (life energy) that are ideal for self-growth and healing. It is easy to learn and has great depth to be explored for a lifetime.
6. Discovering the depth of Sun style 73 Forms***
Pre-requisite: know the 73 Forms
Explore the essential principles and internal aspects to improve your understanding of this set and tai chi in general.
7. The Combined 42 Competition Forms***
This set contains the essential characteristics and the techniques of the four major Tai Chi styles, namely Yang, Chen, Wu and Sun.
This set contains the essential characteristics and the techniques of the four major Tai Chi styles, namely Yang, Chen, Wu and Sun.
It is well-balanced, enjoyable to practise and is adopted by most major international competitions.
8. Yang Style 40 Forms***
A well constructed set based on the classical Yang style 108 Forms. Graceful and open-framed, Yang is the most popular Tai Chi style.
A well constructed set based on the classical Yang style 108 Forms. Graceful and open-framed, Yang is the most popular Tai Chi style.
9. Tai Chi Fan ***
Originating in China and based on yang style, this Tai Chi Fan set combines both martial and monastic qualities, expressing the ultimate in yin and yang.
Originating in China and based on yang style, this Tai Chi Fan set combines both martial and monastic qualities, expressing the ultimate in yin and yang.
10. 32 Sword Forms***
This set contains the characteristics of Yang style Tai Chi and especially suitable for people who have completed the 24 Forms. The sword is a beautiful extension of the essential principles of Tai Chi.
This set contains the characteristics of Yang style Tai Chi and especially suitable for people who have completed the 24 Forms. The sword is a beautiful extension of the essential principles of Tai Chi.
11, The Chen Style 36 Forms ****
A more challenging set is a good way to expand
A more challenging set is a good way to expand
12. Exploring the Depth of Chen Style 36 Forms ****
Chen style has many features (as with class 10), much complexity and is more vigorous. It is powered by a sophisticated spiral force (chan suu jin), ideal to expand skill for advanced practitioners.
Chen style has many features (as with class 10), much complexity and is more vigorous. It is powered by a sophisticated spiral force (chan suu jin), ideal to expand skill for advanced practitioners.
Dr Paul Lam enjoys teaching and has trained thousands of Tai Chi instructors. 
Many Arthritis and Diabetes Associations support Dr Lam’s Tai Chi for Health programs. He is recognized as a world leader in the field of Tai Chi for health improvement.
Dr Lam has been a family physician and Tai Chi practitioner for 33 years.
Other experienced instructors include Ralph Dehner; Caroline Demoise; Dan Jones; Marty Kidder; Pam Kircher; Pat Lawson; Robin Malby; Jef Morris; Shelia Rae; Susan Scheuer; Russell Smiley; Stephanie Taylor and Troyce Thome.
Monday June 7th 6.30pm - 8.30pm
1. Understanding intention in Push Hands
Mearl Thompson
Explore the idea of issuing energy (fa jin), with caution and safety. Incorporating Yang style ward off, rool back, press and push.
2. Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis
Jef Morris
Learn how to teach the program, enabling you to work with people with disabilities or with space limitations. Experience a deeper understanding of the Tai Chi for Arthritis program and your own inner energy through this program.
3. Transformative Qigong
Robin Malby
Come and experience the Ten Phases of Qi and the Enhanced Vitality Qigong designed to cultivate Qi flow, and the restorative Gui Lin walking qigong used to clear out the body.
Tuesday June 8th
1. Annual Meeting of Tai Chi For Health Community - 6.30pm
Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a free evening of fun and information about TCHC
2. Talent Show - 7.30pm
Get ready for fun skits and the unique talents of our fellow tai chi collegues.
Wednesday June 18th
1. Restorative Yoga
Troyce Thome
Designed to replenish your energy through deep relaxation techniques found in Hatha Yoga,guaranteed to give you a good night's sleep. Please bring a yoga mat or towel to the session.
2. Applying Silk Reeling to your Tai Chi Forms
Dan Jones
Silk reeling exercises are spiral movements designed to improve body alignment, all the major joints in the body are engaged while performing the movements.
3. Modified Shibashi Tai Chi Qigong
Bill Pickett
Originally developed for people convalescing froma variety of ailments, its popularity has spread around the world for health improvement and maintenance.
Friday June 11th
All Welcome
Enjoy a private evening. A buffet style dinner will be provided catering for all varied diets. It is a great time to get together at the conclusion of the workshop.
- Enjoy one week of pure Tai Chi and friendship
- Inspirational Tai Chi to improve your skill and health
- Many courses from beginners to advanced
- Experienced instructors and authentic Tai Chi
- Work with other keen participants in small groups
- Optional 2-hour seminars
- Morning talks by experts from various fields
- Morning demonstrations by different and inspiring experts.
For your information the workshop commences on Monday June 7th at 9.00am and concludes on Saturday June 12th at 4.00pm.
If you are interested in the all inclusive package, the accommodation is for 7 nights arriving Sunday June 6th and departing Sunday June 13th.
Transport Information
The nearest major airport to Tacoma, Washington is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This airport is in Seattle, Washington and is 15 miles from the center of Tacoma, WA.
For shuttle services contact Shuttle Express www.shuttleexpress.com
Join Dr Paul Lam for Tai Chi at Sea
When: 13-20 June (directly after the One Week Workshop)
To book or to make inquiries contact:-
Dan Presser
Phone: 831 622 0800
Email: info@fourwindstravel.com
Wear loose comfortable clothing and flat shoes.
The University of Puget Sound is just minutes away from downtown Tacoma WA, which is located at the foot of Mount Rainier and along the shores of Commencement Bay in Washington state. Downtown Tacoma, offers a revitalized waterfront, thriving arts and culture scene, and an eclectic mix of retail shops and restaurants. www.cityoftacoma.org
The University of Puget Sound campus offers unparalleled scenery of the Pacific Northwest, traditional Tudor-Gothic architecture, leafy enclaves for tai chi practice and common areas infused with an indisputable energy.
The dynamic culture and inspiring natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest surrounds the campus.
Tai Chi Chuan is an experiential art, often referred to as “playing” tai chi. The more we do it, the more we benefit; it is self-rewarding. Yet our time is so precious that we measure it out in careful, tiny bits, often forgetting to invest in the areas that will yield the greatest rewards.
Take some time out for yourself this summer and join us at the annual workshop in the beautiful Puget Sound region. We offer courses at all levels so that both new and experienced participants will have the opportunity to enjoy their tai chi even more and will gain the rich benefits of better health that Dr. Lam’s programs provide.
My grandmother used to say, “Don’t put off ‘til tomorrow what you can do today.” Do come and join us! You will not only expand your practice and improve your health, but you will increase the circle of your tai chi friends as well!
Come and play at our place this June.
Pat Lawson
President
Tai Chi for Health Community
Tai Chi for Health Community
To download brochure and registration form please click here front page back page
Please note: All Costs are Quoted in US Dollars
One week course:
$660/$630 If paid before March 15
$720/$690 If paid after March 15
Evening activities:
$35/$30 each activity
Accommodation:
$630 (Single room & three meals for 7 days)
$500 (double room & three meals for 7 days)
All Inclusive Package:
All meals, evening activities, course fees and 7 nights accommodation. Must be paid before the March 15th
$1280 or $1230 for TCHC Members (single room)
$1150 or $1100 for TCHC Members (double room)
Please note:-
If you are registering on-line and would like a double room please indicate this in the 'Comments' section of the registration form.
If you are a TCHC member, please email Anna manager@taichiproductions.com to advise your membership number for your discount to apply
Please make payment payable to the:-
Tai Chi for Health Institute
4756 Stage Rd
Memphis, TN 38128
Closing Date:
May 5th
Cancellation fees:
$50.00 before May 5th 2010
NO REFUND after May 5th
University of Puget Sound
1500 North Warner
Tacoma WA
9.00am to 4.00pm
