Special Courses & Events
Long Eaton Tai Chi & QigongÂ
Upcoming Workshops & Courses
Ready to take your Tai Chi journey to the next level? Our workshops and short courses offer unique opportunities to deepen your practice, learn new skills, or focus on specific forms with expert guidance. These sessions are perfect for dedicated students and instructors alike, providing a chance to learn from some of the best teachers in the world.
Tai Chi for Health Institute | UK Midlands Hub
We’re proud to be the UK Midlands Hub for the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI). Courses associated with TCHI are highlighted in the green boxes below.
If you’re interested in purchasing one of Dr Lam’s polo shirts, please contact Julie here.
All sessions take place on Saturdays. These practice sessions have been running for eight years and were originally for our Small Steps to Health students. They have now become instructor skill builder sessions, giving instructors a dedicated hour to work on their own development. Students are then welcome to join afterwards, ensuring everyone continues to benefit from the sessions.
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Instructor Cuppa & Practice Sessions
Friendly practice sessions where TCHI instructors and students can develop their practice, share knowledge, connect and enjoy learning together.
Tai Chi Stick | Saturday Class
Join us for a one-hour Tai Chi Stick session, offered by popular demand on a not-for-profit basis. This class is separate from the TCHI course taking place on the same day.
UK Instructor Training | March 2027
Instructor training and skills updates with MT Philip Kums covering Tai Chi for Arthritis with Falls Prevention and Tai Chi for Diabetes in person.
UK Instructor Training | June 2027
UK instructor training and skills updates with MT Philip Kums, covering specialist Tai Chi for Arthritis 2 and Tai Chi for Osteoporosis programmes.
Bursary Scheme 2026
Financial support helping students attend workshops, develop their skills and work towards becoming qualified Tai Chi instructors across the UK.
Skills Builders Instructor Cuppa & Practice Sessions
Long Eaton Tai Chi & Qigong is the UK Midlands hub for Dr Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI). Senior Instructors Julie Barker and Jane Gordon lead monthly practice sessions for local TCHI instructors and students.
Last Saturday of the Month | Min £5 donation to cover rent & refreshments
Donations from Skills Builder sessions for instructors are used to cover costs only. These sessions are led by volunteers and run on a not for profit basis.
October 31st & November 28th (2026)
10:00 - 10:50
TCHI Forms
(Instructors Only)
11:10 - 12:00
Sun 73
(Open to All)
Courses with TCHI Master Trainers
We also invite TCHI Master Trainers from around the world to deliver instructor courses and in-depth workshops. To learn more about TCHI and find upcoming courses, visit the Tai Chi for Health Institute website.
Tai Chi Stick | Saturday Class
October 31st & November 28th (2026)
12:10 – 13:00
Please note: This one-hour Tai Chi Stick session is separate from the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) course taking place on the same day. It is not part of, or associated with, TCHI.
The session has been added in response to popular demand and is being offered on a not-for-profit basis.
UK Instructor Training
with Master Trainer Philip Kums
Petersham Community Hall, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 4DZ
Join TCHI Master Trainer Philip Kums in Long Eaton for two specialist, one-day instructor training courses. Each course can be booked separately and is suitable for both new and existing instructors looking to develop their knowledge and practical skills in a friendly, supportive environment.
Full-course participants must complete the relevant Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) before attending the in-person training. Skills updates are for qualified instructors who need to renew their certification. Fees include the applicable online learning, refreshments and lunch.
Tai Chi for Arthritis with Falls Prevention
Full Instructor Course and TCAFP Skills Update
Saturday 20th March 2027
Full Course
£150 one day course
Skills Update
£80 one day course
More details about this course
Dr Paul Lam and his team of medical and tai chi specialists developed this programme to be safe and effective for people who may be at increased risk of falling.
The programme combines gentle tai chi movements with a focus on balance, flexibility, muscular strength, posture and coordination. Regular practice can also support mobility, confidence, relaxation and overall quality of life.
Tai Chi for Arthritis is recognised by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as an evidence-based physical activity programme for adults with arthritis. Tai chi is also widely recognised as a beneficial form of strength and balance exercise for helping to reduce the risk of falls
Tai Chi for Diabetes
Full Instructor Course and Diabetes Skills Update
Sunday 21st March 2027
Full Course
£150 one day course
Skills Update
£80 one day course
More details about this course
Tai Chi for Diabetes was developed by Dr Paul Lam in collaboration with a team of medical specialists and tai chi experts. It is designed to support people living with diabetes by encouraging gentle physical activity and improving general health and wellbeing.
The programme can help improve flexibility, muscular strength, cardiovascular fitness, posture and balance while bringing greater awareness and coordination to the mind and body. It has also received support from Diabetes Australia.
Based on Sun and Yang styles of tai chi, Tai Chi for Diabetes is designed to be safe, effective and easy to learn.
Course Requirements & Registration
Participants are expected to have some previous experience and to complete the required pre-course preparation before attending.
Pre-course practice sessions may be available in person or via Zoom. For further information about these sessions or other local enquiries, please contact Julie at julie@fibroactive.co.uk.
For full course requirements and to register, please visit the Tai Chi for Health Institute workshop calendar.
UK Instructor Training
with Master Trainer Philip Kums
Petersham Community Hall, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 4DZ
Join TCHI Master Trainer Philip Kums in Long Eaton for two specialist, one-day training courses. Each course can be booked separately and offers an opportunity to develop your knowledge and practical tai chi skills in a friendly, supportive environment.
Full-course participants attending Tai Chi for Osteoporosis must complete the relevant Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) before attending the in-person training. Skills updates are for qualified instructors who need to renew their certification.
Both courses include refreshments and lunch.
Tai Chi for Arthritis 2
TCA2 Instructor Training and Skills Updates Only
Saturday 5th June 2027
Full Course
£120 one day course
Skills Update
£80 one day course
More details about this course
Dr Paul Lam and his team of medical and tai chi specialists developed the original Tai Chi for Arthritis programme to be safe and accessible for people living with arthritis. Its gentle movements can help improve balance, flexibility, muscular strength and general wellbeing.
The original Tai Chi for Arthritis programme contains 12 movements. Responding to requests for a longer set, Dr Lam selected nine additional forms to create Tai Chi for Arthritis 2.
Featuring more sophisticated movements and subtle changes of direction, TCA2 is intended for people who have completed the original programme and would like to broaden their repertoire, deepen their understanding of tai chi principles and further develop their practice.
Tai Chi for Osteoporosis
Full Instructor Course and TCO Skills Updates
Sunday 6th June 2027
Full Course
£150 one day course
Skills Update
£80 one day course
More details about this course
Tai Chi for Osteoporosis was developed by Dr Paul Lam in collaboration with his tai chi associates and a team of medical specialists. The programme is designed to support people living with osteoporosis by focusing on balance, posture, muscular strength, relaxation and general fitness.
Improving balance and coordination can help reduce the risk of falls, which is particularly important for people with osteoporosis. The programme includes gentle weight-bearing movements designed to support bone health.
Based on Sun and Yang styles of tai chi, the programme includes warm-up and wind-down exercises, breathing exercises, special safety precautions and movements involving stepping in four directions. It is designed to be safe, effective and accessible.
Course Requirements & Registration
Participants are expected to have some previous experience and to complete the required pre-course preparation before attending.
Pre-course practice sessions may be available in person or via Zoom. For further information about these sessions or other local enquiries, please contact Julie at julie@fibroactive.co.uk.
For full course requirements and to register, please visit the Tai Chi for Health Institute workshop calendar.
Bursary Scheme 2026
We are pleased to introduce our 2026 bursary scheme, supporting Tai Chi & Qigong students across the UK and Ireland in attending workshops and developing as instructors.
A total of £1,500 is available, funded by Dr Janet Cromb and Long Eaton Tai Chi & Qigong.
£1,000 Workshop Support
Support for participants attending TCHI classes in the UK and Ireland, helping them take part in workshops with a Master Trainer or Dr Lam.
£500 Instructor Support
Support for individuals who would like to train and develop as Tai Chi instructors.
How the bursary works
Participants can apply for a maximum of £50 per year towards in-depth workshops, with a one-off payment available for those pursuing instructor training. The scheme runs from May to April.
Who can apply?
You should be a regular class attendee and be familiar with the warm-up and form of the workshop from memory.
Supporting the Bursary
Income from UK TCHI polo shirt sales and instructor courses run by Long Eaton Tai Chi & Qigong will be added to the bursary fund.
Donations are also very welcome. The greater the fund, the more people we can support.
Find out more
For more information, please contact Julie: