Tai Chi & Qigong: History, Practice, and Health Benefits

Learning Objectives:

• Discover the history and evolution of Tai Chi 

• Understand key differences between Tai Chi and Qigong

• Discover Tai Chi as both a wellness practice and a martial art

• Examine research on Tai Chi’s health benefits

Presentation will include:

• Brief historical overview (origins, key figures, and evolution)

• Explanation of Tai Chi vs. Qigong (principles, practice, and purpose)

• Tai Chi Demonstration (about 3-5 minutes)

• Summary of research studies on Tai Chi’s impact on health

• Q&A on topics or discussion points

Handout will include: 

• Suggested reading for Tai Chi history and Qigong understanding

• A few research abstracts related to our age group for wellness

• FAQs regarding Tai Chi and Qigong classes

• A QR code with a free simple Qigong and Tai Chi follow along video

• Further free resources

Lecture style presentation by Susan Thompson, OTR