Tai Chi is the fastest growing form of exercise in the Western world, and is considered “moving meditation”. Recent studies have shown the benefits of mindfulness and meditation in children for improved learning and life performance.
This workshop teaches Tai Chi principles and the benefits of Tai Chi as an evidence based therapeutic intervention. Emphasis is placed on making Tai Chi accessible to the younger population through use of play and mental imagery.
Participants will learn to use Tai Chi as a therapeutic modality for addressing sensory processing, motor planning, focus and attention, strength and balance. They will also learn how to modify Tai Chi forms for the intended population and setting for best therapeutic benefit.
Pediatric based therapists
TPTA This activity has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 7.0 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. AOTA Intermediate. AOTA Category I: Domain of Occupational Therapy: Areas of Occupation, Category II: Occupational Therapy Process: Intervention. .1 CEUs/1.0 Contact hour per module. 7 modules total for .7 CEUs/7.0 Contact hours NBCOT The course satisfies criteria for 8.75 PDUs for NBCOT recertification.