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Exercise for Memory
Programme Code: TGS-2020513534
Mode of Delivery
On-Campus
Duration
2 Day
Date / Time
- 29/06/2024 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 30/06/2024 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Venue: NUS MD 11, CRC Symposium Room 2 & 3 | Registrations open on 17 Dec. Refer below for respective application deadlines
Programme Highlights
Studies have shown Tai Chi improves memory and brain health. This course seeks to teach participants about the exercise program, ‘Tai Chi for Memory’, which is created to improve most aspects of health, including balance, immunity and relaxation, and memory loss. The exercise program has low barriers to entry for participants and can potentially be an engaging activity for everyone.
Course Objectives:
- Explain the features of the exercise programme and the reasons for its effectiveness
- Demonstrate the steps of the exercises accurately
- Teach the exercises safely & effectively using the “step wise” progressive teaching method
Benefits of Attending
Strengthens breathing
- Assists in building inner muscle and mental strength
- Promotes increased blood flow to both the brain and body
- Aids in calming and focusing the mind
- Initiates the parasympathetic nervous system to strengthen the body’s ability to repair itself
Movements designed to enhance balance
- May involve side stepping and conscious weight shifts movements, which are suitable for older persons
- Effective for maintaining good memory functions such as mindfulness, autobiographical memories and spatial memory
- Aids in massaging key acupuncture points to promote brain stimulation
- Stimulates neck muscles to achieve optimal balance
Short lessons designed for flexible application
- Lessons are divided into short learning blocks for various physical and mental abilities
- Reduces limited attention span faced by dementia patients
- Lessons may be implemented individually or collectively
Who Should Attend
Exercise instructors who incorporate memory exercises as part of their teaching and anyone keen in learning about Tai Chi.
Trainer Profile
Course Agenda
Photographs and film footages may be captured during the course for future publicity and archival purpose.
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Topics
Day 1
AM
- Introduction (What is Tai Chi? and Features of Tai Chi for Memory)
- The Three Essential Warm-Ups
- Lesson Block 1: Dan Tian and Deep Stabilizers, Feng Chi and Memory
- Lesson Block 2: Qi cultivation, Open and Close and more Dan Tian breathing
- Cooling down exercises
PM
- Discussion (What is Memory? and How does Tai Chi for Memory work?)
- Warm-up exercises
- Lesson Block 3: Metaphor and Affirmation
- Lesson Block 4: Metaphor and Affirmation
- Cooling-down exercises
- Overview of lessons learnt and tomorrow’s programme
Day 2
AM
- Discussion (How to teach Tai Chi for Memory safely, and its mental aspects)
- Warm-up exercises
- Revision or review and incorporating essential principles into the forms
- Cooling-down exercises
- How to teach Tai Chi for Memory Effectively (Overview of effective teaching and Explaining and role playing of the Stepwise Progressive Teaching Method)
PM
- Interactive web tool
Pre-Requisites and Assessment
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Assessment component includes multiple choice questions. Participants must answer all the questions on safety correctly.
Awards and Certification
All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Course Fee
International Participants
Singapore Citizens1 39 years old or younger
Singapore Citizens1 40 years old or older eligible for MCES2
Singapore PR
Enhanced Training Support For SMEs3
Full Course Fee
$1700
$1700
$1700
$1700
$1700
Less: SSG Grant Amount4
–
$1190
$1190
$1190
$1190
Nett Course Fee
$1700
$510
$510
$510
$510
9% GST on Nett Course Fee
$153
$45.90
$45.90
$45.90
$45.90
Total Nett Course Fee Payable including GST
$1853
$555.90
$555.90
$555.90
$555.90
Less Additional Funding if Eligible Under Various Schemes
–
–
$340
–
$340
Total Nett Cost Fee Payable, Including GST, after additonal funding from the various funding schemes
$1853
$555.90
$215.90
$555.90
$215.90
1) All self-sponsored Singaporean aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay for the course fee.
2) Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES): Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
3) Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS): SME-sponsored employees (Singapore Citizens and PRs) may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
4) Learners must record at least 75% attendance and pass all assessment components to successfully complete the course and receive a Certificate of Participation.
Application Deadline
14 June 2024
Terms & Conditions / Cancellation Policy
- The scheduled course run will proceed only if the minimum class size is met.
- We reserve the right to cancel or postpone any course or change the venue due to unforeseen circumstances.
- In the event of a cancellation and the fee has been paid, a full refund will be made to registrants.
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