What is Qigong?
Qigong is meditation through movement which both heals and allows our bodies and minds to be fully alive.
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It is relaxing, playful and profound. It is remarkably easy to learn and its benefits are immediate. It also has hidden depths and skills which take a lifetime to perfect.
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氣 功 or Qigong is pronounced chee gung
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æ°£ or Qi means energy
功 or Gong means work
Together they form a group of exercises and practices which provide skills to work with the energy we have internally and which we experience in our relationships with others and in the world around us.
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I teach a series of simple Qigong patterns which can be practiced at home in 15 minutes and significantly increase mental clarity, health and vitality. These patterns, called the 18 Lohan Hands, were first taught to monks in the Shoalin Temple to develop healthy bodies and minds.
These exercises are beneficial for everyone regardless of their level of fitness, age, experience or religion. They are generally practised standing up but can also be done sitting down. This makes them ideal for people who are recovering from ill health or who are seeking a complementary health regime while undergoing conventional medical treatment.
Qigong Small Groups
I teach groups of up to 4 people in my own studio at 5.30pm on a Tuesday and Thursday afternoon, and at 12.30pm each Friday. Classes can either be booked individually or on a block basis through the Book Online page. If you would like to try a free class to discover more about my form of Qigong, please email me through the Contact page.
Online and Individual Classes
If you want to explore Qigong at your own pace either on a 1-2-1 basis or with a group of friends, please email me through the Contact page to set up a bespoke arrangement.
How to prepare for Qigong class
Very little equipment is required, just loose clothing and indoor shoes. Any clothing which allows you to move freely is suitable, such as tracksuit bottoms and long loose shirts or T-shirts.
Please change into indoor shoes when you arrive at class, and make sure they have non-marking soles. Thin soled shoes are preferrable as they allow for better balance and grounding. Although it is not recommended, some students prefer to do these exercises with bare feet or just wearing socks.
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Please let us know in advance or at the beginning of any class if you have specific injuries or concerns we need to accommodate.