Eight Treasures Qigong – This uniquely effective set of movements is a balanced, broad-based, energy workout program.  It is designed to remove energy blockages, open the eight extraordinary channels and to enhance both physical stamina and energy flow throughout the body. Eight Treasures Qigong is a series of slow, standing movements benefiting all muscles and joints, internal organs and systems. It is particularly well suited for young and middle aged people without serious physical limitations and for anyone with previous physical training. Enjoying regular practice of Eight Treasures lays a firm foundation for a long and healthy life. Taught in Three Levels. For more on the Eight Treasures, Click Here. To see a sample video clip, Click Here.

Dao-In, Chinese Yoga – Dao-In is an ancient system of sitting, lying, twisting and stretching exercise, self-massage and meditation that looks similar to Hatha Yoga. It can be adapted to people of all ages and health conditions and can be performed during short breaks at work or in longer times of dedicated focus. Thus, it can be a useful, friendly, life-long tool to care for our muscles, joints, mind & emotions with deep potential for personal refinement. It counterbalances very well a life of intellectual work and is excellent to support and complement any practice of sitting meditation.  Taught in Three Levels. For more on Dao In, Click Here. To see a sample video clip, Click Here.

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Crane Style Qigong – Crane Style is an easy-to-learn style of Qigong. It is a step-by-step standing movement meditation focusing directly on breathing and internal Qi circulation. It is an excellent form for stress-release, Qi refinement, and to increase both lung capacity and self-healing power. While this gentle style will greatly benefit all practitioners at any level, Crane Style Qigong is particularly suited for someone with a physical limitation, recovering from illness or for seniors.  A Single Level. For more on Crane Style Qigong, Click Here. To see a sample video clip, Click Here.

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Tai Chi & Advanced Forms
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Tai Chi Sword – This Taoist form is a tool for personal transformation to cut away all negativity in our path. One goal of practice is to purify our intent, extending our energy with the sword, as it becomes a symbol of our indestructible spirit and an instrument for peace. Taught in two levels. For more on Tai Chi Sword, Click Here.

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Cosmic Tour Ba Gua – Circularity is the basic movement of all natural systems. Realizing the value of circularity, we develop the maturity to move around problems, avoid friction and keep our productive momentum. With Cosmic Tour Ba Gua, we discover the dynamic momentum of circular walking which becomes a spiraling dance uniting with different aspects of natural energy. As we walk, we apply a special body language of shifting postures and changing directions to extend from physical to spiritual nature. It is very energizing and brings delight in the free, expansive circular movement that mimics the stars and planets. Recent tests in China have showed that Cosmic Tour Ba Gua is outstanding to benefit healing, rehabilitation, promote health maintenance and to prevent disease.  Taught in nine levels. For more on Cosmic Tour Ba Gua, Click Here. To see a sample video clip, Click Here.

Merry-Go-Round – This first level, simplified version of the Cosmic Tour can be learned by anyone in a very short time. Merry-Go-Round is ideal for outdoor practice. For more on the Merry-Go-Round, Click Here.

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Meditation & Special Focus Qigong Methods

Taoist Meditation
In the same way that alternating times of activity and rest support our daily life, meditation and gentle movement (Eight Treasures or Tai Chi for example) mutually enrich each other for better results. There is a multitude of different meditation methods. All these Taoist meditation styles, from deep breathing to visualization, whether sitting, standing, lying down or walking, are rooted in the essential practice of inner quietude. We achieve quiet through a step-by-step process to settle superficial mental activity, deepen breathing function, balance internal energies and unite body, mind & spirit. A Taoist meditation class will be tailored to a particular context and will usually explore only one or two methods of meditation at a time, in order to keep focus on the simplicity of inner quietude. For more on Taoist Meditation, Click Here.

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Self-Healing Qigong – is a series of specific, simple meditative forms that target the health of each of the primary organ systems in traditional Chinese medicine (Wood: Liver, Gall Bladder & nervous system; Fire: Heart & cardiovascular system; Earth: digestive & lymphatic system; Metal: Lungs, respiratory & excretion systems; Water: Kidneys, hormonal, genito-urinary & skeletal systems). Each utilizes the understanding of acupuncture points and channels to trigger the appropriate therapeutic response. They are mostly practiced individually to focus special attention on an area of need. For more on Self Healing Qigong, Click Here. To see a sample video clip, Click Here.

We utilize many Qigong & meditation methods appropriate for different individuals and circumstances including: I Chuan, Six Healing Sounds, Five Healing Clouds, Marrow Washing, Microcosmic & Macrocosmic Orbit meditation, Sun Salutation practice and various Walking, Sitting and Lying down cultivation methods.

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For a personally tailored Qigong program, see: Qigong Therapy.

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