Tai Chi Fundamentals® (TCF), Tai Chi Prime, and Yang Style Tai Chi Training Courses

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TCF Training Course Level 3, Milwaukee Wisconsin

April 24, 2015 - April 25, 2015

Instructors Patricia Culotti and/or Tricia Yu. WPTA-Approved for 12 Contact hours. Prerequisites: Proficiency in elements taught in Levels One and Two Training.

The Tai Chi Fundamentals® Program (TCF) provides a prequel and support to a lineage tai chi form, and creates a bridge between tai chi practice and the medical model. The first program of its kind, it provides a clear, systematic approach for mastering tai chi basics that builds from simple to complex patterns of movement. Integrates mind/body components of tai chi with clinical overview, movement analysis, therapeutic & functional applications.

Program Elements: movements are taught in a motor development progression and can be modified for use with walkers and wheelchairs. Includes:

Movement Patterns: graded sequence of exercises that reinforce functional movements of tai chi form, and include basic elements of Qi Gong training. They have applications both as assessment and intervention tools.
Fundamentals Form: sequence of simple to more complex movements of modified Yang Style Tai Chi.
Mind/Body Principles: fostering mind/body integration, effective movement and sense of well-being.

Development: in 1996 by Tricia Yu, MA and Jill Johnson, MS, PT, targeting elements from traditional tai chi that enhance balance, coordination, strength and endurance.

The TCF Program has been featured in: PT Journal, Journal of Rehab Management, The Gerontologist, APTA’s GeriNotes, Medline Plus, Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation. Journal of Asian Martial Arts, Wellness Program Management Advisor, American College of Sports Medicine’s Health and Fitness Journal, and Massage and Bodywork.

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Details

Start:
April 24, 2015
End:
April 25, 2015
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Venue

Waukesha YMCA
320 E. Broadway Waukesha, WI 53186
Waukesha, WI 53186 United States
Phone
262-542-2557
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Organizer

Patricia Culotti
Phone
262-271-1061
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