This 6-week class will introduce the Qigong art as a modality of traditional Chinese medicine and will teach the Five Elements Phases of energy evolution system and how it relates to the major organs of the human body. The participants will learn how to apply the 5 elements model for strengthening of their health through the practice of 3 Qigong sets. These are moving exercises performed from a standing position and include gentle physical routines, deep and soft breathing with focused intent on specific visualizations. When the qigong sets are practiced daily, it will enhance one physical strength, calm and balance the mind, and rejuvenate vigor, thus providing for the overall wellbeing and longevity.

What you will learn:

1. Introduction of Qigong / Chinese Energetic Medicine

2. Five Element Phases (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, Earth)

3. Bouncing Qigong

4. 8 Gates Qigong Set

5. Wudang 8 Qigong Set (Lungs, Kidneys, Liver, Heart, Spleen)

 What to bring: Wear comfortable and stretchable clothing. Soft and flat walking shoes. Water bottle. Notepad to take notes.

What will be provided: Handouts with instructions, reference to websites and books for continual studying, website link for streaming video Wudang 8 qigong (optional purchase)

What is advised: Check with your Health care provider /MD if the Qigong exercise is suitable for you based on overall health and specific medical issue.