04/03/2026
There's a new way for you to help older Vermonters!
Tai Chi Vermont, Inc. is looking for people with exercise and healthcare-related experience who would like to become instructors of Bafa Wubu, a simplified tai chi form recently created in China but making headlines here. During two one-day trainings we can help you build on your prior experience (yoga, other tai chi forms, dance, etc.) and learn safe and effective ways to teach this intriguing form.
Perhaps you’ve heard about Bafa Wubu—it translates as eight methods/five directions or eight energies/five directions. There are lots of Bafa Wubu videos on YouTube.
Like other tai chi forms, Bafa Wubu has multiple benefits--especially for older folks--including improved balance, fall prevention and coordination; greater focus and memory; better posture and alignment, and a reduction in both mental and physical stress.
Certification training for the first half of Bafa Wubu takes place May 15. A follow-up training for the second half will occur on July 24. Both take place at St. John’s Church in Randolph, VT. Follow the link in the comments for additional details--register quickly to reserve your space. Support for training fees may be available. Training leaders: Ellie Hayes and Zhen Wolffe.
