Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention is an evidence-based program developed by Dr. Paul Lam and the Tai Chi for Health Institute. Based on Sun Style Tai Chi, the program uses gentle, controlled movements to help improve balance, strength, flexibility, and mobility.
Designed to be accessible to people of varying ages and physical abilities, the program emphasizes safe, progressive learning and can be adapted to individual needs.
Who Can Participate
This program is open to adults of all ages and fitness levels. No previous tai chi experience is required. Movements can be adapted to accommodate different physical abilities, including participants who prefer to practice seated.
Benefits of the Program
Research has shown that tai chi can provide important health benefits, particularly for older adults and people with certain chronic conditions. Regular practice may help:
- Improve balance and stability
- Build strength and flexibility
- Improve coordination and mobility
- Reduce the risk of falls
- Improve physical function and confidence in movement
Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention emphasizes gentle, controlled movements that can be adapted to participants’ abilities. The goal is to develop skills that support better movement, physical function, and long-term health.
Research and Further Reading
National Institutes of Health (NIH) — Tai Chi: What You Need To Know
Tai Chi for Health Institute — Medical Studies
What to Expect in Class
Classes introduce the movements and principles of Sun Style Tai Chi through a structured, progressive approach. Students learn at a comfortable pace, with an emphasis on proper technique, balance, coordination, and controlled movement.
Exercises can be modified to accommodate different levels of physical ability, including participants who need to practice while seated. No previous tai chi or martial arts experience is necessary.
As students become familiar with the movements, they gradually develop a sequence that can be practiced independently to support continued improvement and lifelong physical activity.
Classes provide a welcoming and enjoyable environment where participants can learn at a comfortable pace, develop new skills, and experience the satisfaction of continued progress.
About the Instructor
Sifu David Scott, Jr. is certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute to teach Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention. He has more than four decades of martial arts practice and extensive experience teaching traditional Chinese martial arts and tai chi.
Sifu Scott is also a Certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and a Corrective Exercise Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). His teaching emphasizes sound technique, safe progression, and helping students develop skills appropriate to their individual abilities.
“Practicing tai chi … gave me a form of exercise that was fully adaptable to my body’s challenges.”
— Karol H.
Experience a Class at Wuyi
Your first class is free, with no obligation to enroll.
This is an opportunity to meet the instructor, experience our approach to Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention, and see whether the program is right for you.
Classes are currently forming. You may pre-register at no cost, and we’ll contact you when classes are ready to begin.
Class Schedule and Pre-Registration
Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention classes are planned for Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30–11:30 a.m., at Adelante Dance Studio in Moore, Oklahoma.
Location: Adelante Dance Studio
741 N Moore Ave
Moore, OK 73160
Please direct all questions about these classes and pre-registration to Wuyi Chinese Martial Arts Center rather than Adelante Dance Studio.
Beginners are welcome. Instruction is structured to accommodate students with different levels of experience and physical ability.
Classes Forming Now — Limited Enrollment
To ensure quality instruction and individual attention, class sizes will be limited. Classes will begin once sufficient enrollment is reached.
Pre-registration is free and does not obligate you to enroll. Complete the form below to express your interest. We will contact you with additional information about the starting date and enrollment before classes begin.
Questions? Contact Us
If you have questions about Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention, class participation, or enrollment, please feel free to contact us.
For answers to common questions about training, what to expect, and enrollment, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Email: sifuscott@wushuokc.com
You can also visit our Contact page for additional information and ways to reach us.