Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation
Course introduction
Over 30 randomised control trials have demonstrated that Tai Chi significantly improves a wide range of clinical parameters of chronic conditions including physical functions, overall health and well-being, and quality of life for chronic condition patients.
Based on compelling research evidence, informed by exercise science and guided by exercise prescription principles and safety guidelines, ©the Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Program is an evidence translation program for rehabilitation and management of chronic conditions in healthcare and community settings. The Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Program has eight forms with each form containing symmetrical movements targeting various chronic conditions. The program is designed to improve chronic conditions, reduce clinical symptoms, achieve health recovery and regain independence and the quality of life. It is easy to learn and practice. It is highly recommended for health and exercise professionals as an important exercise intervention strategy for chronic condition rehabilitation and management. It is also highly recommended as an important lifestyle intervention strategy for self-management of chronic conditions.
What to learn
The course contains practical and theoretical module
Practical Module
- Step by step teaching and practice of the evidence-based Tai Chi intervention program led by the course instructors
- How to practice/apply/teaching the program safely and effectively
Theoretical Module
- Epidemiology and risk factors of chronic conditions
- Introduction to Tai Chi and the Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Program
- Research evidence and exercise science underpinning the program
- Application of the program for rehabilitation and management of chronic conditions
- Teaching and practice guideline
Why choose this course by EMA
- Based on compelling research evidence
- Informed by exercise science
- Guided by exercise prescription principles and safety guidelines
- Accredited or supported by national or international professional governing bodies
- Over 20 years of dedication to continuing education for health and exercise professionals
- High level of course participants’ satisfaction
- Gaining certification to practice/teach the program in community, healthcare or residential settings
- Expanding your professional skills and gaining 15 CPD / CECs for your processional development
- Complete learning resources (course manual and step-by-step teaching video) provided
- Ongoing professional development support
Cost
Self-paced Online Learning Course:
Regular: AU$650
Now special for limited time only: AU$398
Further discount is available for group registration (two or more)
2-Day Live Training Course Via Zoom
Regular:AU$850
Now special for limited time only: AU$599.5
The cost covers 2-day live training via zoom plus full access to online learning resources
Further discount is available for group registration (two or more)
Location | Dates |
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2-Day Course Face-to-Face OR Live Via Zoom | |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 1-2 Dec 2023 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 5-6 Dec 2023 |
All States & Territories | Sat & Sun 9-10 Dec 2023 |
All States & Territories | Sat & Sun 6-7 Jan 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 9-10 Jan 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 12-13 Jan 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 23-24 Jan 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 2-3 Feb 2024 |
All States & Territories | Sat & Sun 10-11 Feb 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 13-14 Feb 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 20-21 Feb 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 23-24 Feb 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 1-2 Mar 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 12-13 Mar 2024 |
All States & Territories | Sat & Sun 16-17 Mar 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 19-20 March 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 22-23 Mar 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 5-6 Apr 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 9-10 Apr 2024 |
All States & Territories | Sat & Sun 20-21 Apr 2024 |
All States & Territories | Wed & Thu 1-2 May 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 17-18 May 2023 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 21-22 May 2024 |
All States & Territories | Sat & Sun 25-26 May 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 4-5 Jun 2024 |
All States & Territories | Fri & Sat 14-15 Jun 2024 |
All States & Territories | Tue & Wed 18-19 Jun 2024 |
All States & Territories | Sat & Sun 22-23 Jun 2024 |

Dr Henry Zheng
Dr Henry Zheng is a professor in exercise medicine. He received a doctoral degree from the Faculty of Medicine, the University of New South Wales, Australia. His doctoral research focused on quantification of the effect size and dose-response of physical activity interventions in reducing the risk of and preventing coronary heart disease.
Dr Henry Zheng’s research and teaching interests span exercise interventions for prevention, rehabilitation and management of chronic conditions and fall, improvement of mental health and cognition, and promotion of active and healthy ageing. His research has been published in international peer-reviewed journals including the British Medical Journal, the European Journal of Epidemiology, the American Journal of Infection Control, the Journal of International Body Composition Research, the Journal of International Institute on Ageing (BOLD), the United Nations, and Wound Practice and Research.

Alice L Yuan
Alice L Yuan is an exercise specialist and leading international authority in evidence-based Tai Chi, Qigong and Mulan exercise programs for health. Alice has conducted professional development courses for allied healthcare and exercise professionals in Australia and internationally for over 20 years.
Alice was also the head instructor of Tai Chi for health courses at the University of Sydney and the University of New South Wales. She is a gold medallist and a judge for national and international Tai Chi and Qigong competitions.