Styles of Qigong

Qi cultivation, along with acupuncture, herbal therapy, dietary counseling, and massage, is one of the healing approaches of Chinese Medicine.  Qigong  has a long history.  In  ancient China , people believed that through controlled body movements and mental concentration, paired with various breathing techniques, they could  balance and enhance physical, metabolic and mental functions. Qigong is based on traditional Chinese medical principals for treating body, mind and spirit, which promote good health by balancing one’s qi.  Qi is translated as the vital energy in the body, while gong means work or discipline.  Therefore, qigong is the practice of working with one’s vital energy.  Generally performed with slow movements, Qigong is a self-healing art that combines movement and meditation.  Regular practice of qigong can prevent and treat illness, reduce stress, establish balance, and integrate mind, body & spirit.

 Chinese Essence Qigong

Chinese Essence Qigong is a gentle qi cultivation exercise that increases one’s vital energy while simultaneously harmonizing this energy within the body and between the organs.  It has  been used effectively for improving general health and mental clarity, reduce stress, balance energy, and heal chronic diseases.  Anyone sixteen years old or older is welcome.  May not be appropriate during pregnancy or for individuals with certain mental health issues.  Please contact us if you have any concerns.

 Soaring Crane Qigong

Soaring Crane Qigong has been used effectively for all types of medical problems; including stress related disorders such as hypertension, insomnia and headaches as well as cancer, low energy/fatigue, arthritis, seizure disorders and chronic pain.  Anyone sixteen years old or older is welcome.  May not be appropriate during pregnancy or for individuals with certain mental health issues.  Please contact us if you have any concerns.

 One Thousand Hands Buddha Qigong

This is a sitting Qigong form that focuses on cleansing the heart/mind by removing the five major “toxins” which distance us from our inner peace.  Various hand positions, called “mudras,” are demonstrated in a fluid fashion.  This Qigong form removes suffering, enhances energy, quiets the heart and helps us to attain wisdom through clarity of thought. It can lessen stress and strengthen the memory as well.

For more information on Qigong please refer to the following website: Qigong

http://www.wudaojingshe.com         Wu Dao Jing She International Qigong Society

http://www.wisdomandpeace.com       Professor Chen’s website.

http://www.linggui.org              Ling Gui International Healing Qigong School

http://www.worldtaichiday.org World Tai Chi and Qigong Day