Fall Mastery

Falls are one of the greatest risks we face as we age, and too often they lead to life-changing injuries or worse. Having lost friends to catastrophic falls, instructor Alan Bandes has dedicated his life to preventing them. With over 50 years of Tai Chi practice, he brings together ancient wisdom and modern techniques to help people of all fitness levels build resilience, awareness, and strength.

Our Mission

The mission of Fall Mastery is simple yet profound: to prevent catastrophic falls and empower people to move through life with confidence.

What You’ll Learn

This comprehensive course combines gentle yet powerful practices designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re physically fit or just beginning your journey toward better balance.

Balance & Strength Training – Improve stability and reduce the risk of falling through Standing Mountain practice, core strengthening, and controlled movement exercises.

Awareness Practices – Heighten your ability to sense and respond to your environment through peripheral vision training and spatial awareness drills.

Stepping Techniques – Master controlled, intentional stepping with arc stepping drills, forward and backward walking, and dynamic balance exercises.

Falling Techniques – Learn safe, controlled methods to minimize injury if a fall occurs, including forward, backward, and sideways fall simulations.

Recovery Skills – Discover four different techniques to get up safely after a fall, each designed for different physical abilities and limitations.

Confidence Building – Replace fear with assurance, knowing you have the tools to protect yourself.

Who It’s For

• Adults 55 and older who face the highest risk of falls
• Anyone, regardless of fitness level, who wants to improve balance, strength, and peace of mind
• Families and caregivers who want to support loved ones in staying safe and independent

The Promise

Fall Mastery is more than a course. It’s a commitment to your safety, independence, and vitality. By blending Tai Chi with proven balance and recovery methods, you’ll gain not only physical skills but also the confidence to live without fear of falling.