Qi Gong

About Qi Gong

This is an ancient Internal Chinese Health Art, also described as a sophisticated form of physiotherapy. Combining slow movement, posture, breathing and awareness. The gentle but powerful movements heal the body, increases flexibility, immunity and vitality. And clears blockages from the energy centres and channels. In Chinese hospitals, Qi Gong is used as a primary treatment for many serious health conditions.

Working with the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi Gong works with the movement of the body and the flow of Chi or vital energy. The "dance like" movements are said to originate from our ancestors over 3000 years ago. Unlike going to the gym, the movements are effortless, aiming to release tension & "store" Chi in the Dantien, by bringing the mind or intention to rest in the belly. In TCM each organ relates to a season & emotion, eg. the kidneys and winter. So one can use specific exercises to strengthen specific organs. Over time it develops strong legs and soft (free from tension) upper body.

Qi Gong hugely benefits & trains the mind. Combining breath and movement to bring you into the "here & now" and to cultivate STILLNESS. When I taught in psychiatric hospitals I learned how effective it was in calming busy heads & minds by bringing the mind into the body . To simply SLOW DOWN. I describe it as an ancient antidote to the stresses of 21st century living.

UPCOMING CLASSES IN LEEDS

A 6 week course at Leeds Recovery College commencing Thursday 29th August

https://www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/advice-support/courses/leeds-recovery-college/wellbeing-courses/qi-gong-course-aug24/

Qi Gong & Retreats

I have experience of teaching Qi Gong on several of Susan Laing's Liver/Gall Bladder retreats in Portugal, tailoring the movements to keep things moving which is vital in a detox. As an internal art it really supports the cleansing process. 

On the  Retreat I will be offering Massage Therapy, & Qi gong sessions to stimulate lymphatic system & MOVE stagnation from digestive system. For optimal efficiency during the DETOXING process. As well as self-massage techniques for the liver/gall bladder area and abdomen.