The course gives people advice on reducing the risk of falls both in the home and out in the community in an informative workshop. This is followed by eight weeks of tai chi sessions specifically designed to improve balance and coordination. Tom Howell, Arun Wellbeing active coordinator, said: “The falls awareness course has gone really well and has been met with positive comments and reviews from participants as well as support from local GP surgeries and community groups. Councillor Paul Wotherspoon, Arun District Council’s cabinet member for community services, added: “This innovative course has given participants the guidance they need to bprevent a potential fall from happening as well as helping to boost confidence.” Don’t miss out on all the latest breaking news where you live. Here are four ways you can be sure you’ll be amongst the first to know what’s going on. 1) Make our website your homepage at www.littlehamptongazette.co.uk/ 2) Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/LittlehamptonGazette 3) Follow us on Twitter @LhamptonGazette 4) Register with us by clicking on ‘sign in’ (top right corner). You can then receive our daily newsletter AND add your point of view to stories that you read here. And do share with your family and friends - so they don’t miss out! The Littlehampton Gazette - always the first with your local news. Be part of it.