In partnership with Stony Brook Medicine’s Trauma Center and Injury Prevention program, OLLI is proud to offer Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (TCA) as part of our Campus Connections series for Fall 2026.
About the Program:
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What it is: A free, evidence-based program that uses gentle, flowing Tai Chi movements to improve balance, flexibility, and strength while building confidence in everyday activities.
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Proven Impact: Scientifically proven to reduce falls and specifically designed with older adults in mind.
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No Experience Needed: Taught by certified instructors who guide participants through essential balance skills, proper body alignment, and coordinated Tai Chi movements. Participants are encouraged to always move within their own comfort zone.
More Details
Audience: Open to registered OLLI members
Format: In-person
Location: Research and Support Services, Stony Brook, Room 109
Dates: September 10 - November 19, 2026
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:45 - 9:45 am
Instructor / Speaker
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Name & Credentials: Kristi Ladowski, MPH, PhD Candidate
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Title: Associate Director, Injury Prevention & Community Program Integration
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Department: Stony Brook Trauma Center | Education & Outreach
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Biography: Kristi Ladowski leads free, evidence-based fall prevention programs across Long Island and New York State, helping older adults stay active, confident, and independent. Kristi loves leading workshops and training new instructors, and she is currently pursuing her PhD in Public Health at the CUNY School of Public Health, where her research focuses on how community health programs take root and last.
Departmental Information and Resources
This program is hosted by the Stony Brook Trauma Center. For complete departmental details, visit the Stony Brook Trauma Center Falls Prevention Programs page or explore regional initiatives at FallsFree Long Island. To read about general health advantages, view the NIH Summary of Tai Chi Health Benefits.
Have questions? Reach out to fallsfree@stonybrookmedicine.edu.