Please call Claire and register now for 2012 Spring classes: 262-695-1417
You can mail fees for some classes
Scroll down to the end for Claire's weekend Workshops. Earn a certificate for "Tai Chi Fundamentals® Introduction and Review Course Levels One and Two" for Beginners and those wishing to certify to be Instructors. Also ask about 3 hour Trainings with CEU credits.
Call for Wellness Fairs, (free admission at WCTC's),
and asst. locations throughout the year:
Claire's Tai Chi demo "kicked off" the "Spirituality in Aging" Conference: Country SpringsHotel, Pewaukee, WI.8 am to 4:30 pm April 1, 2011...stay tuned for 2012 info
ProHealthCare Regency Senior Health and Fitness Days, 2012: events and times/dates will be published here. The Health Fairs are at all three campuses: Muskego, New Berlin, Brookfield. Claire will demo at some, but please come to all three: they're free!
APPOINTMENTS and PHYSICIAN REFFERALS accepted
private one hour lessons
semi-private ( 2 people)
one hour lessons
small classes ( 3 or 4 people) for 1½ hour
demos, motivational lectures
6 , 8, 10 and 12 week classes
continuing class rates
drop in fees at many locations for continuing students
certification credits available for those wanting to instruct
LevelOne and Two TCF® 3 CEU credits for medicalprofessionals
Training available for certification
Medical Center support group demos
demos through the AHNA: American Holistic Nurses Association,including their Lamplighter Walk at UW-M. See website: www.AHNA.orgfor this next one.
Parich Nurses Conference
Froedert/ Medical College of WI Neuro Science Dept. support groups
See ABOUT US directory choice on this site
A brief weekly class calendar (for dates/specific information, read below)(resume in 2012)
Mondays 9:00 am Regency Senior Community-Muskego (Comb.) till Dec. 12, 2011.
resumes Jan. 23,2012.
12:00 pm WCTC-Pewaukee-S104D (TCF®)
6:00 pm WCTC-Pewaukee-S104D (Qi Gong)
Tuesdays 11:00 am Regency-Brookfield (lower level bldg.-Comb.) till Dec. 13, 2011.
Resumes Jan. 24, 2012.
2:15 pm Regency-New Berlin (Comb.) till Dec. 13, 2011. Resumes Jan. 24, 2012.
Claire teaches/demonstrates and presents at other facilities not listed here.
TCF® = Tai Chi Fundamentals®, a modified, certified Tai Chi for most abilities,using Qi Gong.
Qi Gong= A Chinese system of prescribed physical exercises or movements performed in a
meditative state.
ROM Dance= Gentle stretches and movements to begin/end or as an exercise program Comb.= A combination of the above
CLASSES CAN BE ARRANGED
for private groups, therapists, nurses/trainees (local certification program), school students and staff, corporate staff lunch hours & after work hours, medical center support groups, community club meetings, wellness centers, Global T'ai Chi & Qigong Day, Chinese New Year, clinics, retreats, library community demos
FREE DEMO CLASSES
Use the first class of (some) sessions to try the class for FREE. Call to register (preferred), then after class, let us know if you liked it. You can then register for (that)class session.
Level One & Two Introduction and Review Course-Jan. 7 & 8, 2012 Professional Workshop for Beginners and Instructors: Saturday &/or Sunday, at The Acup. & Ch. Med. Cntr. (below). Contact call or e-mail Claire for info. Reg. now.
Tai Chi Fundamentals® Program certified instructor, Claire Walchli, is qualified to teach
three-hour * Tai Chi Fundamentals® Program intensives to students, Tai Chi instructors,
health and fitness professionals and to the public.
This course qualifies as partial contact hours fulfillment Tai Chi Fundamentals®
Instructor Certification.
Sincerely,
Tricia Yu
Creator, Tai Chi Fundamentals® Program
Director, Tai Chi Health®
* currently approved to host 12 hour, 2 day trainings for beginners and future instructors
The Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Center,(see address below in Waukesha).Call or e-mail for details.
WCTC- Registration for non-credit classes at WCTC: for Spring sessions now.Go to: www.wctc.edu to register online (from 7:00 am) or register in person or by phone (from 8:00 am) each day. Classes fill quickly. Take both the daytime Qi Gong classes back -to- back for increase "flow" and benefits. Take the Tai Chi courses back-to-back if repeating course.
Call Claire ifyou wish to join our session after the first class. Note, titles may vary for 2012 Spring: choose Tai Chi Fundamentals®, QiGong, QiGong: The Next Step and Tai Chi Level II & III.
800 N. Main Street, S-Service-Building, Pwk., WI. 53072 (small gym in large Fitness Center, Room 104-D enter through Fitness Office).
Wear layered clothing for warmth and comfort. Flat shoes. Chairs are provided, if needed.
Register for any of 5 classes FALL 2011:($4.00 registration fee/per semester)
Seniors (62 or better pay 50%), yes, half off! Your tax dollars at work!
12 weeks Tai Chi Levels II & III 2 class times to choose:
Seniors (62 yrs.+) pay half fee:
Mondays 12:00 pm -12:55 pm PWK Tai Chi Fundamentals®
Mondays 1:00-1:55 pm Tai Chi Levels II & III/previousTCF® instruction .
It is recommended you have previous Tai Chi Fundamentals® practice for this class.
Wed. 6:00 pm -6:55 pm Tai Chi Fundamentals®:Beginners/continuing .
PWK Campus Fitness Center's small classroom gym (104D) in corner of large gym.
12 weeks QiGong for Energy and Healing 2 class times to choose:
Seniors (62 yrs.+) pay half fee:
Wednesdays 11:00 to 11:55 am PWK.
Wednesdays 12:00-12:55pm Qi Gong: The Next Step. Stay for a second hour and increase your "chi" flow! For those with any Qi Gong experience.
Seated R.O.M.(Range of Motion) Dance includedin some classes.
Qigong movements are combined to learn the "Form" in Fundamentals
"S" Service Building Fitness gym area #104D in Large gym. 800 N. Main Street
55 minute classes , done standing or honor your abilitiy level and choose to sit
(Seniors 62+ pay half fee)
Easy pace for all abilities and easy free parking!
3 TCF® classesand 3 Qigong classes. Advanced of ea. offered in Spring2012
Take some classes back to back! Try taking a variety of classes!
see www.wctc.edu for info or call Claire 262-695-1417
watch this site for the 6 class times offered in the Summer 2012
NON-WCTC CLASS: at WCTC W-WORKFORCE Bldg.
600 N. Main Street, W-Building, Pwk., WI. 53072
Mondays: 4:30-5:30 pm
8 weeks session
Call (previously Linda Kieffer) 262-695-9800 for info. or Claire 262-695-1417
Call to qualify: $64 for 8 weeks
Class Minimum: 6
Call/e-mail for next 2011 class session.
Call WCTC for info on L.I.R. membership (Learning In Retirement) program and $15.00 class sessions after a nominal yearly membership. Claire donates instruction for this program, as able.
GALILEE LUTHERAN CHURCH
N24 W26430 Crestview Drive (on HWY G just North of SS, Pewaukee)
The Tuesday class 8 weeks session begins again Jan. 10, 2012 at 6:30 pm. Call to confirm classes. Drop-ins welcome. Class are continuing. Beginners welcome! The 8 week session is $80/public and $64/parishioners. Opt for the 4 weeks session: Dec.6-Dec. 27th. $40/public and $32/parishioners. Send registration commitment with check asap to hold your place. Call 262-695-1417 for mailing address.
Call Claire for registration: 262-695-1417
Call Claire if weather is concern: 414-507-2755-cell
Call to register and to confirm dates
Newcomers welcome: call to notify (preferred); weekly drop-ins welcome
6 person minimum ; come 1st class to try and/or register
Ask about a CLUB member discount for your fitness center, community group, etc.
Fee: $80/8 weeks public fee, all are welcome
Ask about a parishioner discount.
AVOLEN WELLNESS CENTER, 206 S. Silver Lake Street, Oconomowoc, WI. 53066
ACUPUNCTURE & CHINESE MEDICAL CENTER LLC1720 Dolphin Drive, Unit B (west of WAL-MART on Hwy 164), Waukesha, WI. 53186
NOTE: A class begins when 6 register. Call to confirm start date/time.
Fee: $80.00/ 8 class session, pro-rate to join later; drop-ins welcome $15 per class
Includes home practice booklet with illustrations and simple guidelines
Call Claire: 262-695-1417 to register by mail A.S.A.P. as we fill quickly.
Center # 262-832-8888 for weather closings info. Or to schedule complimentary medical therapies with Wade Rex, DOM, L.AC., BSN, C MT wrex@wi.rr.com or acupuncturecmcenter.com
If we have space, try the 1st class for free and register if you like it after class.
Leave name and phone # at Center, if wishing a class time/ day.
Level One-Two Introduction and Review Course-Professional Training Saturday(s) &/or Sunday(s) at The Acup. & Ch. Med. Cntr. above. Call or e-mail Claire for info. The next Workshop is being planned for January 7th and/or 8th, 2012. Please inquire and mail discount registration asap. Beginners and certifying instructors welcome. All will receive a certificate of completion recognized by our global organization.
HORIZON GRIEF SUPPORT CENTER - VISITORS ENTRANCE
8949 North Deerbrook Trail, Brown Deer, WI. 53223
New 8 week session begins when 6 are registered
Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 pm class time. Other times can be made available.
Call Kayla 414-586-8383 to register, class may fill, so call now.
$96 for 8 classes
6 person minimum
See article by Claire in Summer 2010 issue of Horizon newsletter.
Call Claire for info or to register by mail 262-695-1417.
Note-we have 2 classes, then one week off. This continues till we have 8 classes
THREE PILLARS-VILLAGE ON THE SQUARE-and-Compass Point (Holz Pavillion Chapel)
375 State Road 67 (just south of HWY 18), Dousman, WI. 53118
HOLZ Pavillion- chapel Free to residents & family only
Wednesdays 9:30-10:45 am
community classes-see new public location of Three Pillars below:
NEW ! Class for the community at the new Wellness Connection 400 N. Main Street,
Dousman, WI 53118 in a newly built fitness gym (chairs available to all)
Thursdays: 11:00 am (so gentle, modified)
combining QiGong movements and ROM Dance with modifications for all
call Claire (262-695-1417) . Kerry Holtz 262-965-7017 at the Center
New 8 wwek session begins in January 2012.
Sessions will be continuous, begin any time.
Contact Kerry at Wellness Connection for registration/ or membership: 262-965-7017.
Milwaukee Catholic Home
2462 N. Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI. 53211
Ball Room 1st level Thursdays, 3:00-4:00 pm, currently FREE/ public welcome Free to all !...residents, their families and public)No class Sept. 29th (Fall Bazaar!)
All are welcome to visit the Christmas Open House Dec. 15th, 2012. Free to all.
Raffles, food, tours, open house.
Continuing classes. Call to confirm. Begin anytime.
ProHealth Care REGENCY SENIOR COMMUNITY- Brookfield
North Campus777 N Brkfld Rd(assisted careabilities), lower level Fitness Room
No classes April, July, August, November, December 2012.
South Campus (independent living), 695 N. Brookfield Road, 1st Level Community Room (all abilities)
Now at 11:00 am Tuesdays. As of January 24, 2012, every Tuesday.
No classes April, July,August, November, December 2012.
Call to confirm classes/dates. Begin anytime.
ProHealth Care REGENCY SENIOR COMMUNITY -New Berlin
13750 W. National Av., ask at front desk for location
Tuesdays, 2:15-3:15 pmthrough Dec. 13, 2011.
Classes resume Jan. 24, 2012.
No classes April, July, August, November, December 2012
Continuing, drop-ins welcome
$5 drop-in fee/ public welcome
Free to residents and their families
Call to confirm classes
Classes in Patio Dining Room/ patio access on warm days!
See us on TV, in 50 PLUS Magazine, and ...
the NOW Section of the local Milw. Journal/Sentinelads
ProHealth Care REGENCY SENIOR COMMUNITY-Muskego
W181 S8540 Lodge Blvd. (east side of Racine Street)
Mondays, 9:00 amto 10:00 amcontinuewith a few exceptions
No classes April, July, August, November, December 2012
$5 drop-in fee/public welcome.
Free to residents and their families.
Classes through Dec. 12, 2011. Classes resume Jan. 23, 2012.
Froedert Medical Center & Medical College of Wisconsin-Support Groups: Class Demos
call for times and dates and locations, as they vary
FREE to the public
Call Mary to register (free)
Join anytime
Free handouts at Claire Walchli demos.
The Department of Neurology, in conjunction with Froedtert Hospital, offers several patientsupport groups. Neurology related groups are listed below. If you would like tosee the most up to date listing of support groups, please visit their website:
Claire offers occassional presentations/demos with their Support Groups.
Recently: Myasthenia Gravis a; and Peripheral Neurapathy Support Groups, Cargivers, etc.
These support groups are open to patients, family members and friends of people with neural disfunctions. The groups provide an opportunity for people with disfunctions to better understand their condition and know that someone is there for them.
All students receive a take-home booklet with pictures and guidelines for daily practice.
Please call Claire to confirm times and availability, as classes fill.
Call for rates, discounts, single drop-in fees and private rates.
Claire's direct line for all locations (262) 695 –1417 / voice mail
See REIKI page on this web site to arrange those appointments
See this site's Amazon web page for free in-home consultation or demos for facial care and nutritive supplements safe for pets, infants, pregnant women. These can be used as a complimentary or integrative approach with your physician(s). Claire is DSHEA Certified.
Claire was a presenter at the 3rd Annual Spirituality in Aging Conference
Country Springs Hotel in Pewaukee, Wisconsin (look for next year's dates and info.) sponsored by Elder Ministries Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee
An opportunity for us to enrich our lives and spirits and to provide information and strength to those caring for elders in their family and/or professional lives.
Workshops include: · Reconnecting with Spirit
· Move to Balance Your World (Tai Chi with Claire Walchli )
· ethics in end of life decision-making
· music for the soul
· mindfulness
· Liturgy for All the Senses
· Living in the Present Moment
· Co-Housing: new living concepts for elders
· Nature’s ways
· From Aging to Sage-ing
· Coming Home to Your Self
· Community of Hope: Caring for the Caregivers
· Mind, Body, Spirit Connection at the End of Life
· and more.
Registration
Register at the website: www.spiritualityinaging.org or call 414-352-2212 for further information and to receive registration materials/ date. Continuing Education credits will be available.
Registration fee: includes continental breakfast and lunch
Keynote speaker and lunch only (not the conference)For more information: contact Mary Waller at 414-352-2212, email: druid@wi.rr.com
Exercise, Well-being and Daily Living January 7th and/or 8th, 2012 2012 Milwaukee WI area Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Center, Waukesha Provides you with tools for instruction of T’ai Chi Fundamentals ®
Instructor: Claire Walchli, Certified
TCF Instructor Prerequisite: None, open to beginners Options: One or two day course
Participant Comments: “This program is so flexible that it can be used both personally and professionally with relative ease.”
“This versatile mind/body program helps me stay focused and gives balance to both my body and my life.”
“ As a long term tai chi practitioner, TCF has helped me more clearly monitor my own movements and better
The first program of its kind, it provides a clear, systematic approach for mastering Tai Chi basics that builds from simple to complex patterns of movement. Provides a prequel to the Yang Style Cheng Man Ch’ing lineage tai chi form.
Program Elements: Includes simple movements that can be practiced with walkers and have been modified for wheelchair use. Includes three elements:
- Movement Patterns: graded sequence of exercises with symmetrical arm movement that reinforce movements repeated throughout the Tai Chi form. Helps alignment, increased leg strength, balance, endurance and coordination. Used as warm-ups to the form and can stand alone as a gentle exercise program.
- Fundamentals Form: sequence of simple to more complex movements of modified Yang Style Tai Chi .
enhance breathing, relaxation, posture, awareness of these in relation to the world around us, and sense of well-being.
Development: in 1996 by Tricia Yu, MA and Jill Johnson, MS, PT, targeting elements from raditional tai chi that enhance balance, coordination, strength and endurance.
The TCF Program has been featured in:PT Journal, Journal of Rehab Management, The Gerontologist, APTA’s GeriNotes, Medline Plus, Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation. Journal of Asian Martial Arts, Wellness Program Management Advisor, American College of Sports Medicine’s Health and Fitness Journal, and Massage and Bodywork.
LEVEL THREE SEMINARS Prerequisite: Levels 1 & 2. For schedules visit www.taichihealth.com
CERTIFICATION
Requirements: 30 contact hours, application, fees, demonstration of movement proficiency, written exam. At least 6 months practice and study before applying.Complete information & application: www.taichihealth.com
____ $30 assessed if registering fewer than 20 days in advance of workshop/ waived now ____ 50% discount for Certified TCF Instructors
_________ TOTAL Registration
Mail registration to her c/oClaire Walchli 657 Laureate Ct., Pewaukee WI 53072
www.taichifun.com
Refund Policy:
$50 cancellation fee up to 20 days prior to seminar date.
No refunds after 20 days prior to seminar date. Contact Claire in emergency situation.
Approved for 12 Contact Hours by:
TAI CHI HEALTH, Tricia Yu
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Course Materials: DVD___ or VHS ___
____ $50 Personal Practice Set
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____ $120 Complete Program Set or
Price Includes shipping
Order course materials online at www.taichihealth.com
or call 575-776-3470
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Prerequisite: None. Open to Beginners
This interactive seminar provides you with tools and skills to begin mastering tai chi basics and have fun in the process! The course teaches you to perform basic movements of tai chi, and combines lecture, movement, qigong training This course qualifies as partial contact hours fulfillment for TCF Instructor Certification Levels One and Two.
For more information see CERTIFICATION.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
1) Demonstrate the 12 TCF Movement Patterns
2) Perform first section of the TCF form
3) Describe TCF’s benefits
4) Techniques for teaching
5) Guide exercises in breathing, sensory awareness, visualization, mind/body integration skills using TCF program elements
APPLICATIONS
Balance, rehabilitation, pain management, sports cross training, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and special populations. Teach groups of all ages and fitness levels in community wellness classes, health clubs, tai chi & martial arts schools, senior centers and long term care facilities.
AUDIENCE
Anyone who wants to learn Tai Chi! Activity Directors, Recreational & Fitness Professionals, Tai Chi & other Martial Arts Instructors, beginners wanting a comprehensive review of TCF, and all who are interested in TCF instruction certification.
FEES
2-day Course: $240 1-day Course: $130 ) $220 if registering now
$30 late fee & no refunds after 20 days prior to seminar
○ Flexibility, strengthening of upper and lower body
○ Mobility
○ Coordination
○ Balance: double and single leg
PROGRAM ADAPTATIONS
PROGRAM APPLICATIONS
CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
COURSE INSTRUCTOR:
Claire Walchli, Certified Tai Chi Fundamentals® Instructor since 2001 2nd Degree Reiki Practitioner, DSHEA Certified-American Nutraceutical Assn.,Certified Catechist. Faculty: Waukesha County Technical College-Allied Health. Group classes: seniors, wellness, grief support, hospice, pain management. Presentations: American Holistic Nurses Assn, Parish Nurses-Milwaukee; Froedert /Medical Colleges of WI- Neuro Science Dept.; ProHealthCare Rehabilitation Center- Oconomowoc; GE, AT & T-Waukesha; Fibromyalgia Centers of WI.; Presenter at the 3rd Annual Spirituality in againg Conference; 13th year of T’ai Chi practice; 12th year in Tai Chi Fundamentals®
WISCONSIN COURSE LOCATION:
Milwaukee WI area
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Center
1720 Dolphin Court
Waukesha, WI 53186-1489
· the Center can be seen from HWY 164 and is located in a strip mall next to an empty Walmart
