Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention
The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere. The degree of exertion can be easily adjusted, making this program suitable for adults of all levels and abilities.
Tai chi, a form of mixed martial arts, exists in several different forms that revolve around the same principles: integration of the mind and body, control of bodily movements and breathing, internal energy production and the cultivation of “qi” — or “life energy.”
Published medical studies have shown benefits, such as pain relief, improved balance and reduced falls. You will learn warmup exercises, six basic and six advanced moves, and a cooldown for 16 one-hour classes. Harmony of inner and outer self comes from integrating mind and body, which can be achieved through the ongoing practice of tai chi.
Classes are no longer offered at the MU Family Impact Center. To find classes at other locations near you, check the Tai Chi events page.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy
Join us to build the strength you need to enjoy good health as you age. Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) is an eight-week strength training program designed to help you develop strength, mobility, and independence, leading to a higher quality of life beyond program completion.
In hourlong classes held twice weekly, trained instructors will lead you through a warmup, easy-to-learn strength exercises and a cool-down. SSSH exercises are safe and effective, and we’ll provide weights for your use on-site. There is no need to wear special clothes — just comfortable, loose-fitting pants, shirt, and sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes.
After completing the course, we’ll provide you with a guide to continue strength training in the comfort of your home — or encourage you to enroll in an advanced level of the program.
Classes are no longer offered at the MU Family Impact Center. To find classes at other locations near you, check the SSSH events page or contact the SSSH team at muextsssh@missouri.edu or 573-882-2799.