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Tai Chi For Therapists

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A six week evidence-based online CPD course for physiotherapists, occupational therapists and other rehabilitation professionals who want to implement tai chi and qigong based movements in their clinical setting

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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival 🌕 中秋节快乐 At this time of year, many families step outside to share moon cakes, light lanterns & look up at the harvest moon and feel more connected Surprisingly some newer research points at the moon too www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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#midautumnfestival #natureconnectedness #wellbeing #taichi #qigong #shibashi #baduanjin | Helen P.
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival 🌕 中秋节快乐 Tonight, families across China, Vietnam, Korea and the wider diaspora step outside to share mooncakes, light lanterns and look up at the harvest moon. The festival c...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Refreshingly honest! Tai Chi for Therapists. A six-week, evidence-based CPD course for physios and OTs on using tai chi and qigong in rehab. Honest about the evidence, rooted in clinical reasoning. Starts 14 Sept. taichifortherapists.com #AHP #CPD #OT #PT #Rehabilitation #TaiChi #qigong
TAI CHI FOR
THERAPISTS
The evidence-based CPD course for AHPS
Six-week online course with lifetime access
Video tutorials, downloadable handouts and reference lists
Optional live sessions (Weds evenings 7:30-8:30pm, recorded)
An optional 1-2-1 session with tutors Helen & Phil
CPD certificate to support your HCPC portfolio
£305
We can help with payments via your organisation,
or instalments can be arranged
Next Course Start Dates for 2026:
14th September and 9th November
www.taichifortherapists.com
info@discovertaichi.uk
07528 959091
Check out our podcast where we speak with AHPs using tai chi!
https://www.taichifortherapists.com/podcast
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Tai Chi for Therapists - Next cohort: 15th June 2026. Online Six week course, £305, lifetime access. A combination of pre-recorded material to watch anytime and online live sessions to meet fellow learners. www.taichifortherapists.com #CPD #rehabilitation
But one of our participants, an occupational therapist working in palliative care, wrote this at the end of the course:
"Throughout the course I often found myself reflecting on past patients and thinking: I wish I had known this then. Even the language and visualisation used can make such a difference in how to achieve optimal movement and function."
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
One of our participants, a neuro physiotherapist, added just one or two qigong movements to her existing session and was able to create a whole person approach. Next cohort: 15th June 2026.For more information or to join the course, visit taichifortherapists.com #CPD #Physiotherapy #AHP #Rehab
"I had great results already by reducing a patient's anxiety... enabling her to stand and walk the furthest she has done for months, despite her arthritic joints, peripheral neuropathy and drug-induced Parkinson's."
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
This is exactly what we set out to build. Not a tai chi class for therapists, but a course that meets you where you already are as a clinician. Our next cohort starts 15th June 2026. Pre-recorded material over six weeks, optional live Wed eve sessions, lifetime access. www.taichifortherapists.com
"Brilliantly pitched for health professionals: acknowledges clinical reasoning skills but teaches the necessary aspects to use tai chi and qigong clinically. Paced and set up to allow time to work through around clinical caseload and other responsibilities."
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
This is exactly what we set out to build. Not a tai chi class for therapists, but a course that meets you where you already are as a clinician. Our next cohort starts 15th June. Six weeks of prerecorded material, optional live Wed evening sessions, lifetime access #CPD www.taichifortherapists.com
"Brilliantly pitched for health professionals: acknowledges clinical reasoning skills but teaches the necessary aspects to use tai chi and qigong clinically. Paced and set up to allow time to work through around clinical caseload and other responsibilities."
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Moving just a little bit makes all the difference. #mentalhealth awareness week #taichi #qigong youtu.be/QDqirQIfloo?...
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What Movement Does To Your Body
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
We had a full room last Friday for an evidence-based tai chi movement session with neuro physios. Ask us to deliver session to your team or check out the full six-week CPD online course. Next start date 15th June 2026 👉 www.taichifortherapists.com #TaiChi #Physiotherapy #CPD #Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation gym with physiotherapists practising tai chi
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Free webinar exploring the evidence and some of the myths in #taichi Monday 27th April 7:30- 8:30 pm (London Time) or catch the recording later. #CPD #Physiotherapists #Occupational #therapy
Figure in tai chi clothing with the same information that is in the post in a visual format
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Happy Friday! 😊 #taichi #qigong
Infographic on the mental health benefits of tai chi - calming anxiety, improving confidence, improving sleep, improving social connection and sharpening the mind.
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
We want patients to keep moving long term. Enjoyment drives that. Tai Chi & Qigong look gentle but they challenge the cardiovascular system, neuromuscular control, and cognition simultaneously. Find out more on our free webinar for AHP's www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-webin... #taichi #qigong #CPD
Infographic highlights evidence for tai chi and Qigong in hypertension, knee osteoarthritis, chronic back pain, stroke rehab, Parkinson's Disease
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
For allied health professionals, Tai Chi represents one of the most effective, evidence-based interventions for managing the interconnected challenges of ageing. If you want to find out more join us 27th April 7:30- 8.30 pm (BST) www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985047411...
Infographic displaying benefits from preventing falls to improving emotional regulation, knee osteoarthritis and cognition.
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Pete Moore @paintoolkit.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Living with a long term health condition, staying positive can be exhausting. It’s okay to be have difficult emotions like being scared, angry or tired and others. Personally I have found having Supported Self Management Programme has been really useful. selfmgttoolkit.org
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Tai Chi and qigong can help us manage the boom and bust cycle in cancer rehab. If you're an AHP curious about the evidence, join a free webinar 27th April 7:30pm 🔗 eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-webinar-tai-chi-for-therapists-tickets-1985047411243 #TaiChi #Qigong #CancerRehab #CPD
A graph titled 'Reclaiming Your Energy Bank' which explains the concept of boom and bust for people living with chronic fatigue and how tai chi can help manage the 'boom and bust' cycle.
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
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Free Webinar - Tai Chi for Therapists | Helen P.
I was able to watch Helen Lavretsky deliver an online talk recently where she provided insight into her research on brain health across the lifespan and specifically how movement modalities such as t...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
We're hosting a free one-hour webinar for AHPs on Monday 27 April, 7.30pm. Evidence, mechanisms, a movement taster, and your questions. Recording available to all who register. 👉 eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-webinar-tai-chi-for-therapists-tickets-1985047411243
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Free Webinar - Tai Chi for Therapists
A free introduction to tai chi and qigong for allied health professionals, exploring the evidence base and mechanisms.
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
A big thanks to Pasna Sallis WeekdayWow Factor, Lisa Westhorpe Sport for Confidence, Ali Leigh & everyone else at #theotshow championing the role OT's have in getting people moving. We had a full house, with more unable to get in. We hate to disappoint so watch out for our webinars coming soon 💚
Helen Parsons and Phil Sheridan at The OT Show about to present their talk 'Integrating tai chi into occupational therapy practice' Occupational Therapists at The OT Show 2025 Birmingham on the Weekday Wow Factor stand
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
For #OTWeek25 we are re-visiting our first ever podcast with OT's Vicky Jones and Liz Smith based in Leek and Biddulph PCN enabling independence & preventing crisis. Our next course 'Tai Chi for Therapists' starts 10th November 2025 #OTWeek25 #RightTimeOT discovertaichi.podbean.com/e/tai-chi-fo...
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Tai Chi In A Primary Care Service | Tai Chi for Therapists
In this podcast we interview Occupational Therapists, Vicky Jones and Liz Smith based in Leek and Biddulph Primary Care Network Occupational Therapy Service. In 2023 they, along with their colleague, ...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
'Our next 'Tai Chi for Therapists' course starts on 10th November 2025. What you'll get: The online course provides extensive evidence based resources, a live online session each week where we discuss your learning, ongoing access to resources. Join now taichifortherapists.com/courses #CPD
The course is absolutely fantastic, applicable immediately and yet I still have access to all the resources to continue my learning. You are both great at your roles. Thank you. Feedback September 2025
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
The Benefits of Stick-ing With It As We Get Older | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/blac...
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The Benefits of Stick-ing With It As We Get Older
The benefits of martial arts training in older adults can be further enhanced by the use of traditional weapon tools.
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
Excited to share this podcast episode I did with Patricia Motus another #OT who also uses #taichi in her work, with people experiencing homelessness. Check out the conversation here: www.wholistic-transitions.com/the-uncommon...
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Helen Parsons, MSc OT, an Occupational Therapist who specializes in Tai Chi. — Wholistic Transitions
In this episode we will learn from Helen Parsons, MSc OT, an Occupational Therapist who specializes in Tai Chi. Helen is a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist, holds a MSc Occupational Therapy and ...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Evidence-Based Tai Chi & Qigong for AHPS 15th Sept 2025 movements for MSK, neuro & CVD conditions. Master the 'active ingredients' that make tai chi therapeutic and adaptable to all your clients. Flexible learning: 2.5hrs/week. Live Wed sessions 7:30-8:30pm GMT www.discovertaichi.uk #OT #PT #CPD
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Tai Chi for Therapists / CPD Courses and Classes
Class leading evidence-based CPD courses for health professionals wishing to implement tai chi and qigong movements into their clinical practice.
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
A new RCT from Switzerland reported in Nature has highlighted how combining #TaiChi, #Qigong with functional strength training improved physical function in community-dwelling adults aged 70+ but also considers overall health and well-being. #CPD #OT #phyisotherapy www.linkedin.com/posts/helenp...
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A new RCT from Switzerland reported in Nature has highlighted how combining Tai Chi, Qigong with functional strength training - improved physical function in community-dwelling adults aged 70+ but… | ...
A new RCT from Switzerland reported in Nature has highlighted how combining Tai Chi, Qigong with functional strength training - improved physical function in community-dwelling adults aged 70+ but als...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
A great new book and additional to our library, which we wanted to share #AHP #CPD #Taichi #Occupational #therapy #physiotherapy www.linkedin.com/posts/helenp...
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Having created the 'Tai Chi for Therapists' course to address the gap in evidence-based knowledge from an AHP perspective, when I saw this new book I felt very excited - and it has not disappo...
Having created the 'Tai Chi for Therapists' course to address the gap in evidence-based knowledge from an AHP perspective, when I saw this new book I felt very excited - and it has not disappointed. T...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Our most popular podcast is our interview with Occupational Therapists, Vicky Jones and Liz Smith based in Leek and Biddulph Primary Care Network using #taichi in an early intervention #Occupational #Therapy Service. discovertaichi.podbean.com/e/tai-chi-fo... #AHP #OT #CPD #primarycare
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Tai Chi In A Primary Care Service | Tai Chi for Therapists
In this podcast we interview Occupational Therapists, Vicky Jones and Liz Smith based in Leek and Biddulph Primary Care Network Occupational Therapy Service. In 2023 they, along with their colleague, ...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
HCPC registrants must be able to look after their own health and well-being. We know from feedback and from research that our course 'Tai chi for Therapists' can help AHP's meet this requirement #CPD #HCPC #AHP #OT #PT #Rehabilitation #Wellbeing www.taichifortherapists.com Starting 15th Sept 2025
I had a truly transformative experience with a tai chi course for therapists, taught by Philip and Helen. The session were thoughtfully structured, blending gentle movements, breathwork, and mindfulness in a way that felt both calming and empowering. As someone who sought out tai chi for therapeutic reasons - stress relief, improved mobility and mental clarity, I noticed significant benefits even after just a few classes. Feedback May 2025At the point of registration, occupational therapists must be able to:
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1. practise safely and effectively within their scope of practice
2. practise within the legal and ethical boundaries of their profession
3. look after their health and wellbeing, seeking appropriate support where necessary

3.1 identify anxiety and stress in themselves and recognise the potential impact on their practice

3.2 understand the importance of their own mental and physical health and wellbeing strategies in maintaining fitness to practise

3.3 understand how to take appropriate action if their health may affect their ability to practise safely and effectively, including seeking help and support when necessary

3.4 develop and adopt clear strategies for physical and mental self-care and self-awareness, to maintain a high standard of professional effectiveness and a safe working environment

 

4. practise as an autonomous professional, exercising their own professional judgement
5. recognise the impact of culture, equality and diversity on practice and practise in a non-discriminatory and inclusive manner
6. understand the importance of and maintain confidentiality
7. communicate effectively
8. work appropriately with others
9. maintain records appropriately
10. reflect on and review practice
11. assure the quality of their practice
12. understand and apply the key concepts of the knowledge base relevant to their profession
13. draw on appropriate knowledge and skills to inform practice
14. establish and maintain a safe practice environment
15. promote health and prevent ill health
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
There is plenty of evidence for lesser known Chinese exercises such as Eight Strands of The Brocade. We include it in on our online CPD course 'Tai chi for Therapists' and in our community and online classes. #AHP #CPD #Physiotherapy #occupational #therapy #taichi #qigong
Ever heard of Eight Strands of the Brocade (Baduanjin) 

This beautiful traditional Chinese exercise is gaining serious scientific attention - and for good reason! 

NEW RESEARCH SHOWS:
✅ Improved memory & cognitive function
✅ Better executive function 
✅ Reduced physical frailty
✅ ZERO adverse events reported
✅ Just 3x weekly, 50-60 mins

Why we love this:
• No equipment needed 
• Perfect for community classes
• Safe for older adults
• Addresses mind AND body
• Cost-effective intervention

The evidence?
7 clinical trials, 539 participants - showing real, measurable improvements in brain health and physical well-being.
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
🧠 New systematic review: Tai Chi shows promise for psychosis treatment #MentalHealth #Psychosis #TaiChi #SystematicReview #EvidenceBased #AHP #OT link.springer.com/article/10.1...
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A Systematic Review of Tai Chi-based Interventions for Positive and Negative Symptoms, Cognitive Functioning, and Quality of Life in Psychosis - Community Mental Health Journal
Abstract This study aimed to provide a systematic review of Tai Chi interventions in psychosis and their impact on positive and negative symptoms, cognitive deficits and quality of life. There is grow...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Tai Chi for Insomnia: A Win-Win 🌙 New research shows tai chi outperformed standard care for sleep - with benefits lasting up to 2 years. For older people: Better sleep + improved balance + chronic condition management + social connection. #AHP #OT #Therapy #PT #CPD bmjgroup.com/yoga-tai-chi...
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Yoga, Tai Chi, walking and jogging may be best forms of exercise for insomnia - BMJ Group
Findings back use of exercise as primary treatment strategy for poor sleep, say researchers Yoga, Tai Chi, walking and jogging may be the best forms of exercise to improve sleep quality and ease insom...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
New research shows Baduanjin outperformed yoga, Tai Chi, and dance for cognitive recovery in breast cancer survivors. In practice people quickly pick up the 8 gentle movements easier than #taichi and can practice at home. #AHP #OT #therapy #CPD #PT #MindBodyMedicine link.springer.com/article/10.1...
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Body–mind exercise for cancer-related cognitive impairment in breast cancer patients: a network meta-analysis - Breast Cancer Research and Treatment
Purpose Cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI) is one of the most common adverse effects in breast cancer patients, which seriously affects their quality of life. Existing studies have shown that ...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
New research from BJSM: gentle movement benefits brain health 🧠 Surprisingly children show the biggest memory gains, people with #ADHD see major executive function improvements, and yoga/tai chi outperform intense exercise. #OT #taichi #yoga See you at #theotshow blogs.bmj.com/bjsm/2025/07...
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Exercise and brain health: new insights on cognitive benefits - BJSM blog - social media's leading SEM voice
Have you ever noticed feeling mentally clearer after physical activity? That post-exercise mental clarity isn’t just your imagination – it reflects real cognitive changes. Our research team undertook ...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Today's new research paper, is a network MA of 58 RCTs offers interesting insights on exercise modalities and cognitive health. #Taichi showed particular promise for executive function, specifically task-switching and working memory #rehabilitation #PT #OT #ageing www.frontiersin.org/journals/agi...
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Frontiers | Optimal exercise interventions for enhancing cognitive function in older adults: a network meta-analysis
Background: Cognitive decline poses a significant challenge to healthy aging. While exercise is widely recognized for its cognitive benefits, the comparative...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
New APTA guidelines gives #TaiChi a STRONG recommendation for fall prevention in older adults 🎯 Level I evidence supports Tai Chi's use with adults with lower risk of falls. #FallPrevention #AHP #EvidenceBasedPractice #occupational #therapy #physiotherapy #rehab journals.lww.com/jgpt/fulltex...
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Physical Therapy Management of Fall Risk in... : Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy
ve physical therapists with clinical expertise in the management of fall risk in older adults and methodological expertise in evidence-based document development. The CPG includes a systematic review ...
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
We love getting feedback on our courses. When we started we knew that the evidence based benefits of tai chi are not just for the patient but for the health professional too. Our next online course starts 15th September 2025 #AHP #CPD #phyisotherapy #occupational #Therapy #assistant #taichi
Feebdack on our CPD Course 'I had a truly transformative experience with a Tai Chi course for therapists taught by Philip and Helen. The sessions were thoughtfully structured, blending gentle movement, breathwork, and mindfulness in a way that felt both calming and empowering. As someone who sought out Tai Chi for therapeutic reasons-stress relief, improved mobility, and mental clarity, I noticed significant benefits even after just a few classes. May 2025
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
#Rehabilitation #AHP's Looking for a new tool for your toolbox? Looking for some self care? We have you covered! Tai Chi for Therapists Course: • 13th January 2025 • 21st April 2025 • 9th June 2025 • 15th September 2025 • 10th November 2025 Course fee £305 #CPD #Physiotherapy #Occupational #therapy
Feedback on our CPD Course 'I would definitely recommend this course. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I found it a very comprehensive workspace and easy to use. 

I liked all the prerecorded videos and that I was able to work through it in my on time. Helen and Phil made the course feel very friendly and relaxed, I found the Wednesday night live sessions quite therapeutic!' Physiotherapist 2024
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Tai Chi For Therapists @taichi4therapists.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Meta-analyses confirm Tai Chi & Traditional Chinese Exercises significantly improve pain, funct. & wellbeing in OA/LBP pts. Safe, adaptable for all levels. Perfect complement to existing care. Our next course start 13th Jan 2025 www.taichifortherapists.com #Rehab #PhysicalTherapy #EvidenceBased #CPD
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Tai Chi for Therapists / CPD Courses and Classes
Class leading evidence-based CPD courses for health professionals wishing to implement tai chi and qigong movements into their clinical practice.
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