chi-kung training
Shaolin Qigong
Wudang Qigong
Group dynamic exercises, internal organ stretching.
Emphasis of chi kung classes
The aim is to strengthen internal organs, unblock energy meridians (pathways) and to facilitate the flow of vital fluids through the body, by relaxing, attention to posture, releasing, alignment, balance and co-ordination. The practice of specific exercises which lead to an accumulation of chi in the dantian (centre of the body approximately one and a quarter inches below the navel) which with practice can be directed to heal and solidify bones and nourish the internal organs.
Calm and relaxed breathing with movement, meditation and visualization all help to establish a strong constitution, physical, mental and emotional well being. Opening and closing of joints and gates allows energy to gather and for the body to heal. The practice of chi kung (qigong) can also lead to a practical understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese history, and religious beliefs
medical qigong
The eight pieces of brocade’ exercises strengthen and develop the internal organs.
Qigong, which consists of gentle twisting of the internal organs helps to balance the body. These principles apply to Pa Kua also. Training in qigong is the continuous opening and closing of the joints, which allows energy to travel freely through the body where healing takes place.
breath and movement.
I include exercises from these different systems in my teaching of taiji as a means of introducing students to qigong and as a complementary bridge between the two arts.
Once introduced, students who wish to pursue qigong solely are encouraged to investigate other schools which teach it exclusive!
taiji - meditation - qigong