Tai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention
Erlanger Trauma Services and UT Extension are offering free Tai Chi starter classes. Learn warm-up, cool-down, and movements to assist with arthritis, concentration, balance, and stress. Movements can be completed seated or standing. Classes are for adults of all fitness levels!
Harrison Community Center Cafeteria
5637 Highway 58, Hixson
- February 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
- Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Shepherd Community Center
2124 Shepherd Road (Just off Hwy 153 near airport)
- February 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
- Tuesday and Thursday, 1:00PM – 2:00PM
John A. Patten Community Center
3202 Kelly Ferry Road
- March 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
- Monday and Wednesday, 10:30AM – 11:30AM
South Chattanooga Community Center
1151 West 40th Street
- March 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, April 1, 3
- Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Class size is limited. Do not register if you cannot attend all 8 sessions.
- Notify us at 423-209-8560 immediately if you must unregister so others can participate.
- Exercises are comparable to moderate walking. Benefits all fitness levels.
- Check with your health care provider for any medical concerns.
- Wear sturdy shoes (such as tennis shoes) & comfortable clothing.
- Facemasks are welcome. Do not attend if you are ill.
Questions? Contact Regena Young, BSN, RN Trauma Outreach & Injury Prevention Coordinator via email at regena.young@erlanger.org or by phone at 423-778-5620.
Matter of Balance (MOB) Coaches Training Session
Join us for this free training session to become Matter of Balance Coach. You'll learn to lead this evidence-based program to help older adults and individuals with disabilities overcome their fear of falling, learn strengthening exercises and identify interventions to help reduce the risk of suffering a fall. Anyone can become a MOB Coach! You do not have to be medical/nursing personnel. MOB Coaches are asked to help teach a MOB Course once a year to maintain their Coaches status and meet the community need. Erlanger will provide scheduling and content support.
Please contact Regena Young (regena.young@erlanger.org) or 423-778-5620 if your agency is interested in hosting an MOB training session.