Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Program
With the expert guidance of a trained and certified Instructor (from the Tai Chi for Health Institute), you will learn beginning forms for the gentle martial arts exercise of Tai Chi (Sun style). Participants can participate standing or seated. The movements are taught to both left and right sides and with turns to move forward and backward to improve mobility and offer a variety of combinations.
You will learn 1-2 movements per lesson, progressively leading to completing 6 basic core movements and 6 advanced extension movements. You will also learn breathing techniques to connect mind and body as well as Tai Chi principles relating to improving physical and mental balance.
Learn what will surely become a life-long practice to empower YOU to Age Well and remain falls free!
Workshop sessions will be held in-person every Thursday from May 30 to September 18 (skipping July 4th from 12-1pm. Registration required. Registration is only open to residents of Legacy at Waltons Lakes. Register in-person or call (678) 421-4439 to register by phone.
Contact ebp@atlantaregional.org to learn more!
Additional Details
Closed Event - Yes
Closed Event Group - Residents of Legacy at Walton Lakes
Cost - No Cost
Organizer
Workshops based on science with many proven benefits including better health and quality of life, increased physical activity, meaningful social connections, and more confidence managing health conditions, prevention falls, caregiving, and aging well.