Beginning Tai Chi for Arthritis
Beginning Tai Chi for Arthritis consists of gentle movements that strengthen muscles, improve flexibility and decrease pain and stiffness.
program overview
Beginning Tai Chi for Arthritis was created by Dr. Paul Lam, a retired medical doctor, with other medical and tai chi experts. It is based on Sun style Tai Chi and consists of gentle movements that strengthen muscles, improve flexibility and decrease pain and stiffness. Practicing this form has been shown to improve balance and decrease falls. Instructors are certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute founded by Dr. Lam.
instructor Overview
Cathy Williamson
Cathy Williamson has been practicing tai chi for more than 20 years, has personally trained with Dr Paul Lam and is a board certified instructor with the Tai Chi for Health Institute.
Bill McNamara, also a board certified instructor with the Tai chi for Health Institute, will be assistant and substitute.
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All Silver Memberships and above receive 10% off the registration cost for any class purchase over $40.
Materials fees are not discounted.
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Class FAQ
We ask that you notify us at least 10 days in advance of a class if you need to cancel your registration. You may cancel by phone or email and we will gladly offer you a refund or credit toward a future class. If you cancel with less than 10 days’ notice, we will not be able to provide refunds, due to our contractual obligations and material purchases for each class.
Sometimes, the Sonoma Community Center has to cancel a class due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, such as a natural disaster or health emergency. If this happens and we do not offer a reschedule date, you will be refunded 100% of your registration fee (minus the payment processing and services fee), or credit towards a future class. If we are able to offer a reschedule date but you are unable to make the new date, we will gladly offer credit towards a future class.
All credits must be used within 1 year.
You can view our full class policies and guidelines here.
The Sonoma Community Center is committed to creating an accessible learning environment. If you require any special considerations(medical, physical, learning) please share them with Sean Baskin, Program Associate, by emailing him at [email protected] so that he can forward them to the relevant Program Director and Instructor.
Late additions to any program, class, or workshop that has already begun will be allowed on a per-case basis depending upon the Program Director & instructors approval. Late additions will have to pay the full registration cost of the class, along with any materials fees, and will not be prorated for the time missed. You may reach out to the program directors directly, or the Program Associate Sean Baskin at [email protected] to request a late addition.
We are always looking for new instructors. You can fill out the form directly here.
November 13, 2028 @ 9:00 am – 9:45 am
Experience Level
BeginningAge(s)
18-over$5 Per Session – Pay at the Door
