Mates4Mates Clinical Tai Chi Program

• Are you a veteran or family member looking for a new way to manage your chronic pain and reduce stress?
• Do you want to learn more about mindful physical activity?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Clinical Tai Chi Program might be for you!

What is the Clinical Tai Chi Program?

The Clinical Tai Chi Program aims to help veterans and family members improve their physical and mental health through evidence-based, mindful exercises.

Over five weeks, our Exercise Physiologists will teach participants tai chi exercises with the aim to improve symptoms of chronic pain, increase strength, flexibility and balance, and reduce the risk of falls, as well as reduce symptoms of stress.

Please note:

• A referral from DVA or Medicare may be required to participate in this program.
• Participating in this program means that you are expected to attend all sessions. 
• There is a minimum number of participants required for facilitation of this program. The program may be cancelled if the minimum number is not met.

Upcoming Program

Townsville

Our next program will run at the Mates4Mates Townsville Centre, every Thursday, starting 7 August to 4 September 2025, from 8:45am to 9:45am.

An initial consultation will take place prior to the program, with a review consultation to take place after the program is completed.

Veterans and family members who are interested in participating in the Clinical Tai Chi Program will need to undertake an expression of interest (EOI) process. This EOI includes a clinical screening to ensure this program is suitable for you.