Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
January 6, 2026 - March 3, 2026
Registration Deadline: January 6, 2026 - 12:30PM
Online
Contact: Nicole Persing-Wethington, wethingn@msu.edu
Virtual
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 6 - March 3, 2026
No Class Jan. 8
1 - 2 p.m. ET
This program will be fully seated. Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention helps people with or without arthritis to improve balance, both mentally and physically, which helps significantly reduce the rate of falls experienced by older adults. Studies have shown that tai chi can reduce falls by nearly 70%. The program focuses on confidence building, which is linked closely to the reduced rate of falling. Other benefits include:
- Increases strength
- Increases balance and posture
- Prevents falls
- Improves mind, body, an spirit
- Reduces stress and increases relaxation
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention is led by a certified instructor, with each session including:
- Warm-up and cool-down exercises
- One or two movements per lesson, progressively leading to completing six basic core movements and six advanced extension movements
- Breathing techniques
- Tai chi principles relating to improving physical and mental balance
Modifications will be provided. This program is targeted to help older adults and older adults with disabilities at risk for fall stay active.
Participants must be visible on camera during the sessions.
Cost: FREE
Please watch this video of the warm-ups to know what to expect: Warm-up Video
If you would like to register a center or facility group, please email wethingn@msu.edu for details.
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