Based on Dr Paul Lam’s widely endorsed program, Tai Chi for Fall Prevention helps participants improve stability, mobility & confidence, supporting long-term health and independence and reducing the risk of falls.

Prevent Falls, Restore Confidence: Tai Chi for Fall Prevention

As we age, the risk of falling rises significantly — and with it, the potential for serious injury. Contributing factors include muscle weakness, poor balance or vision, reduced confidence in movement, and the side-effects of medications. These aren’t inevitable parts of aging — and there’s a gentle, evidence-based solution that works: Tai Chi.

A key insight from Dr Lam’s research is that confidence matters as much as physical strength: fear of falling can increase fall risk, but by gently and steadily building balance and coordination, Tai Chi helps restore calm, confidence, and control.

How it works:

• Through slow, deliberate movements, you build muscular strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
• You also learn key tai chi principles — breathing, alignment, and calming the mind — which improve not just your physical stability but also your mental resilience.
• Regular practice helps you feel steadier, more confident, and less fearful of falling.
• It offers longevity of benefit: not just for preventing falls — you’ll also improve overall strength, flexibility, and well-being.

Tutor, Rob Morris, has completed the Dr Paul Lam Tai Chi for Health Institute’s Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Instructor Training and is a popular exercise tutor here at Balwyn Community Centre.