


MoonWillow Teacher Training Program
facilitated by
Allison Deputy
Certified Tai Chi Master Instructor
American Tai Chi & Qigong Association
Welcome to our Teacher Training & Certification!
Whether you are looking to expand health and wellness offerings in your personal life or business or seeking a truly positive career change, think about what Tai Chi Teacher Training can do for you!
ALL NEW in 2025!
Level 1 Tai Chi Teacher Training
Yang 12 Short Form
7-Session Training & Certification Program on ZOOM
with Allison Deputy, Certified Tai Chi Master Instructor, ATCQA, and Allyn Barnett, MoonWillow Certified Tai Chi Instructor
Cost: $695
Go to Store Page to Register!
Whether you want to teach this beautiful, healing art, or simply want to delve deeper into its history, mechanics, philosophy, and principles, this is the training series for you! This all new, enhanced Level 1 Yang 12 Tai Chi Training & Certification program covers the beginning 12 movements of the Yang Style. Curriculum includes lectures on Tai Chi history, What Is Chi? The Human Energy Field, Energy Meridians 101, Yin/Yang & 5-Element Theories, Good Mental Kung Fu, and 8 Truths of Tai Chi. Also covered will be key energy points in Tai Chi practice, 6 Harmonies, and Silk Reeling. Facilitators: Allison Deputy and Allyn Barnett of MoonWillow Tai Chi
Conducted in seven (7) 3-hour sessions over Zoom, PLUS three (3) 30-minute private training sessions with Allison. Price includes recordings, curriculum notes, and testing/certification.


Tai Chi Ball Qigong Training & Certification
Tai Chi Ball Qigong is an ancient and rare weapons training technique that happens to be a fabulous full body workout. It strengthens the spine, joints, muscles and ligaments, and is a great cardio exercise and calorie burner. MoonWillow is one of a handful of schools in this country to teach it. This training program does a deep dive into the history, purpose, benefits and techniques of this fascinating practice. It will also cover adaptations for Chair participants. Fee includes four (4) 2-hour Zoom sessions PLUS three (3) private Zoom sessions with Allison for refinements and testing for certification. Recordings and companion notes also included. Perfect for martial art instructors, yoga instructors, physical therapists, or current students who want to deepen and improve their understanding and skills in this practice.
**Required equipment: Approx 6" diameter ball (for beginners, use plastic or sports ball; traditional wooden 2-3 lb ball may be purchased through MoonWillow Store or directly through YMAA)
Training Dates: March 8, 15, 22, April 5, 2025 on Zoom (links sent within 24 hours of purchase); All sessions will be recorded
Program Fee: $495 - Only $395 by Feb 5th, 2025!
Chair Tai Chi
Training
Teacher Certification Program on Zoom
Four (4 ) 2-Hr Training, & Up to Three (3) Private 30-min Sessions for Refinement & Testing - Only $495!
with Allison Deputy
Certified Tai Chi Master Instructor, ATCQA
Next Live Group Training Dates:
TBA - Spring 2025
-OR-
Self-Paced Training w/Recordings $375
Simply Purchase in Store, Receive your four (4) Training Module Recordings & eBooklet, Schedule your three (3) 30-min private Zoom Sessions w/Allison when you're ready for feedback and testing for certification! Take up to 6 months!

Price includes recordings of sessions for practice & reference!
Live Zoom Training Fee (w/3 Private Sessions & Certification): $495
Self-Paced Training (w/Recordings, eBooklet + 3 Private Sessions/Testing): $375
**Go to Store page to purchase**
*** REFRESHER OPTION***
for previously certified to learn new moves & refresh your routine!
***Join the four (4) group sessions & receive one (1) Private 30-min session w/recordings***
$249*
*Must have previous certification from Allison/MoonWillow to qualify for this option
Developed by Allison Deputy over a 25-year period, Chair Tai Chi is now actively used in assisted living and health care/rehabilitation centers across suburban Chicago. This program is a blend of Yang Style Tai Chi forms (singled out for adaptability in a seated position), Shaolin muscle and sinew exercises, qigong (“chee-kung”) detoxing techniques, hand/finger/eye exercises, as well as healing visualization. Benefits: Chronic pain reduction, improved flexibility, range of motion, posture, blood pressure, sleep, digestion, and immunity. Relieves stress, anxiety, and aids in overall well-being. Chair Tai Chi is a unique therapeutic modality to offer in any senior or healthcare facility.
Questions? Contact Allison at (847) 308-0469
CURRICULUM
Session 1 - (2 Hrs) - Intro to Chair Tai Chi Program; Overview of Seated Routine; Testing Requirements
Session 2 - (2 Hrs) - Practice/Refinement of Seated Routine
Session 3 - (2 Hrs) - Standard Routine w/Added Chair Assisted Exercises
Session 4 - (2 Hrs) - Standard Routine w/Supplemental Exercises; Adapted Program for Wheelchair-Bound/Healthcare Facilities
Session 5 - (To be Scheduled by Each Participant After 2 Private Refinement Sessions w/Allison) - Testing/Certification scheduled individually with Allison on your schedule
Questions? Call Allison directly at (847) 308-0469 or email her at moonwillowtc@gmail.com


NEW! Tai Chi Teacher Training
on YOUR Schedule!
Individual Certification For Levels 2, 3, & 4
Gain all the training, refinement, and skills necessary for Yang Tai Chi teacher level certification at your own pace! Whether you want to teach, or you just want improve your form in a more concentrated way, this program is for you!
Next Group Certification: Level 1 (1st Section Yang 108 Long Form) to begin February, 2025. Stay tuned for details! Questions? Contact Allison (847) 308-0469
Training package includes:
10 1-hr Private Zoom sessions with Allison Deputy
Printed material where applicable (docs emailed)
Access to Recordings of Training Sessions
Testing/Certification when you are ready, which will include a written/verbal critique of your form highlighting areas of further refinement. Pre-requisite: must be active member in regular Intermediate & Advanced classes during training period
For Levels 2 (1st Section), 3 (2nd Section), 4 (3rd Section) of
Yang 108 Form!
Cost: $695 per Level


Yang Style 108 Long Form Teacher Training
with Allison Deputy, Certified Tai Chi Master Instructor, ATCQA
Prerequisites: 1) Must have active MoonWillow Tai Chi membership (Basic or Enhanced) during training period 2) Completion of Level 1 Yang 12 Short Form or equivalent
Training Levels:
Level 2 – 1st Section Yang 108 Long Form (Moves #1-30) Preparation - Cross the Hands
Level 3 – 2nd Section 108 Long Form (Moves #31-74) Inward Holding Tiger – Kick w/Sole of Foot Single Whip Stance - 10 Sessions, 2 hours each
Level 4 – 3rd Section 108 Long Form (Moves #75-108) Fair Lady Works at Shuttles - End
Goals: To become more familiar and proficient with the movements within the focused level, to memorize and confidently demonstrate the specific Yang section physically and verbally.
Terms: Training package must be used within 6 months of purchase – extensions may be granted under special circumstances. If student feels additional private training is needed for certification, cost will be additional $85/hour. Training fees are non-refundable, but may be transferred to class packs, memberships, or workshops offered through MoonWillow.
Questions? Call Allison Deputy at (847) 308-0469 or email mooonwillowtc@gmail.com
Tai Chi Training Program FAQs
Why become a Tai Chi instructor (as opposed to Yoga, Zumba, or other exercise modalities)?
Because the interest and need for qualified Tai Chi instructors has surged in recent years due to increased exposure from print and online media, as well as growing support from the medical field – more interest currently than there are teachers! Hence, your ability to find classes of your own should be fairly easy. In some cases MoonWillow can even help to place you.
How much does a Tai Chi instructor make?
Starting pay, depending on the facility you are working for, is usually $35-$50/hour. You can also teach private groups and set your own rate.
What can I expect from my investment in this program?
At $35/hour, working only one class per week, you can recover your initial investment within 6 months. Then there are the many physical and spiritual benefits that are priceless. As with anything else, you will get out of it what you put into it. Long Form instruction (Levels 2-4) of course requires more time and investment, but the same applies for each level. A fully certified Level 4 instructor working only 3 classes per week will earn back their entire investment (about $2500) in 6 months. Not bad! Of course, those who are looking to add Tai Chi to their martial arts or fitness studio offerings will only increase revenues, as Tai Chi is becoming more in demand.
What if I purchase a training program then change my mind? Can I get my money back?
Sorry, we do not give refunds for training program fees, however we can transfer those fees (or remainder of fees if a portion of training has been completed) to class packs, memberships, workshops, private sessions, or other training programs offered through MoonWillow.
Do I have to teach if I’m certified? What if I just want to deepen my understanding of Tai Chi?
Anyone is welcome to join the program. You are not obligated to get out there and teach once you receive your certificate. But it will be there should you change your mind in the future.
Are there any requirements to maintain my certification going forward?
It is always a good idea to continue your training in some fashion, even if it is not with MoonWillow. There are many Tai Chi and Qigong systems to learn if you wish (including weapons forms, etc.). MoonWillow does offer Refresher Courses and “Masters Workshops” periodically to refine your skills, which you are strongly encouraged to attend, but it is not currently a requirement.