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The LFA (Lee Family Arts) have provided T’ai Chi and Yoga classes for over 25 years. Our organisation has helped thousands of people enjoy the Arts and improve the quality of their health over the years.  The LFA is a caring profession, all of our Instructors are trained to a very high standard. All Instructors commit themselves to attending regular training courses to ensure that once qualified they maintain their own level of training.

An online training programme is available for overseas students. 

Thank you for your interest in our instructor training program, I hope you find the following information useful and I look forward to working with you in the future.

Sheila
Master Instructor & President of the LFA

Level 1 Training is suitable for all students wishing to further their training and development.  You will embark on a journey of self discovery as you add depth to the movements and your understanding. As the course evolves you will develop inner strength and self-confidence.  At the end of the course, as well as the personal gain, you will have the training to enable you to teach the LFA T’ai Chi Short Form (movements 1 -50) and a selection of Taoist Yoga breathing exercises.

COST: £500

DURATION: 6 months

What’s included:

  • 6 half day training sessions (via Zoom for overseas students)
  • Level 1 Brown Award

Assessment:

You will be assessed throughout the course and must complete all assignments successfully in order to complete the course and be awarded your qualification.

  • 6 written Assignments
  • 2 video assignments
  • Practical teaching assessments (via Zoom for overseas students)

Additional Requirements:
(not included in the cost of the course)

  • Attendance to 6 full day training courses – £30 per day.
    Additional training and teaching assessments will take place on these days
  • Full DBS disclosure
  • First Aid Certificate
  • LFA Insurance

For people who would like to teach our T’ai Chi Short Form, the first 50 movements of the T’ai Chi Dance, Silk, Sword and Stick form sets and a selection of Taoist Yoga breathing exercises.

COST: £1000

DURATION: 12 months

What’s included:

  • 12 half day training sessions (via Zoom for overseas students)
  • Level 2 Blue Award

Assessment:

You will be assessed throughout the course and must complete all assignments successfully in order to complete the course and be awarded your qualification.

  • 12 written Assignments
  • 2 video assignments
  • Practical teaching assessments (via Zoom for overseas students)

Additional Requirements:
(not included in the cost of the course)

  • Attendance to 12 full day training courses – £30 per day
    Additional training and teaching assessments will take place on these days
  • Full DBS disclosure
  • First Aid Certificate
  • LFA Insurance

This course if suitable for all students who wish to further their personal development and understanding as well as teach classes in the many aspects of the Lee Family Arts:

  • T’ai Chi  Form (movements 1 -140)
  • A wide range of Taoist Yoga breathing exercises
  • The first 50 movements of the T’ai Chi Dance, Silk, Stick, Sword, Nunchaku, Fan, Whip.
  • Vitality Set, Reflected Moon Set, Active Mist Set, Shou Phay Far

COST: £2000

DURATION: 24 months 

What’s included:

  • 24 half day training sessions (via Zoom for overseas students)
  • Training materials including Form books and access to the relevant online content.
  • Level 3 Purple Award

At the end of the course as well as your improved personal development and physical fitness you will have the training to enable you teach the LFA T’ai Chi Form, Taoist Yoga Exercises and the Short Forms of many weapons disciplines. Once qualified you will receive assistance in setting up and marketing your classes.

Assessment:
You will be assessed throughout the course and must complete all assignments successfully in order to complete the course and be awarded your qualification.

  • 24 written Assignments
  • 2 video assignments
  • Practical teaching assessments (via Zoom for overseas students)

Additional Requirements:
(not included in the cost of the course)

  • Attendance to 24 full day training courses – £30 per day
    Additional training and teaching assessments will take place on these days
  • Full DBS disclosure
  • First Aid Certificate
  • LFA Insurance