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 This is the virtual learning environment for the online 8 Strands of Brocade Instructor & REPs Tai Chi and Qigong Exercise Leader CPD Course. The course is accredited with Open College Network (OCN) & is offered as one of the many Tai Chi & Qigong accredited courses, that are run by Somerset Skills & Learning.

 

OCN is an awarding body in the UK that accredits courses. They provide validated courses through recognised training providers that meet their robust quality assurance standards. Somerset Skills & Learning are a recognised training provider of OCN courses.

For learners from outside the UK, attainment of an OCN qualification provides a way of ensuring that their course and qualification has been standarised and externally monitored for quality.

 
 

 Ba Duan Jin - 8 Strands of Brocade

So what are the benefits of the 8 Strands of Brocade?
Research has been carried out using 8 Strands of Brocade Qigong. Some of the links to this information can be found below.

Bone Loss

Knee Arthritis

Slowing down of intellectual decline in the older population

Improvement of blood fat levels in the older population 

 As you will see from the research that has been carried out, older people can gain numerous benefits from participating in this style of exercise. From a physical point of view, the exercises will help increase both fitness and stamina as they are both weight bearing and stretching exercises.

We now also offer Tai Chi & Qigong CPD courses that are REP's endorsed.

Please use the enquiry form on the next page, to ask for details. 

Other REP's courses that are available from Somerset Skills & Learning can be found by visiting Fitness Courses