Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance (a.k.a. Tai Ji Quan)
Dr. Fuzhong Li, Oregon Research Institute

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Description
Includes 24 Tai Chi forms that emphasize weight shifting, postural alignment, and coordinated movements. Synchronized breathing that is aligned with Tai Chi movements is also integrated into the routine. Each session includes new movements and review of movements from previous sessions. Each session incorporates musical accompaniment.
Virtual components have been added. See Source/Virtual Contact
Information column. Certification cost: $25-75 depending on Level. Annual license fee: $200
Source:
Dr. Fuzhong Li, Oregon Research Institute
Link: https://tjqmbb.org/
Virtual Delivery notes:
Visit the National Council on Aging website for information on virtual delivery at https://www.ncoa.org/news/ncoa-news/center-for-healthy-aging-news/track-health-promotion-program-guidance-during-covid-19/
This is a physical activity curriculum that should be implemented in addition to a nutrition component or a food tasting.
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2-3 sessions per week. Min. number of class sessions: 48 (6 months)
60 minutes
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Recent Modification
Date | Modification Type | Agency Name | Name | Description of Modification | |
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06/05/2019 | Age Appropriate | Los Angeles CountyDept. of Public Health | Xochitl Valdivia | xvaldivia@ph.lacounty.gov | Received approval from Dr. Fuzhong Li, the curriculum developer, to use the curriculum for the general adult population and family centered classes "a...Read more |