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TRADITIONAL QI GONG

FIVE ELEMENT QI GONG - CHINESE INTERNAL ALCHEMY

Traditional Qi Gong is the most fundamental and alchemical form of 'Internal Qi Gong'. Formulated by ancient Taoist Masters and only passed down to select students, its origins are lost in time, its only concerns the health, quality of life and longevity of the practitioner. Traditional Qi Gong has evolved over the eons to give birth to most subsequent styles, including the much more commonly known and widely practiced Tai Chi Quan. The Five Element Qi Gong style is a complete system of Qi cultivation and self healing. The aim of this course is to introduce participants to the fundamental principles underlying Qi Gong and initiate them to the practice of the Five Element Qi Gong system. Participants will learn a variety of exercises that can be practiced in daily life and adapted to suit naturally fluctuating needs. The knowledge needed to choose a suitable routine at a given time by way of self assessment, and the skills necessary to practice it safely and effectively will also be learnt.

Workshop structure:

The workshop consists of one full day on a Sunday and six one-hour weekly lessons, as outlined below, and it is limited to a small number of participants per group.

When?

Theory, Principles and Foundations (full day): Sunday 15th May 2011, from 10:30 to 16:30 with a one hour lunch break.

Relevant Taoist and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles will be presented and discussed, including the Yin and Yang principle, the Five Elements Theory and the Zang-Fu (Internal Organs), their functions and their interactions. Participants will be introduced to the principles and practice of Correct Posture and Correct Breathing, followed by a practical introduction to 'Qi Breathing' and Q&A to finish.

Tuition and Practice (six consecutive Wednesday night lessons): From Wednesday 18th May to Wednesday 22nd June 2011, from 18:30 to 19:30.

The Five Element standing exercises, each to influence one of the Five Elements and its corresponding organs (Zang-Fu), will be learned and practiced over this period. Further Taoist and TCM principles will also be discussed at relevant times.

Where?

'THE HEALTH SHED' 86 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington QLD 4064

How much?

Full upfront payment upon booking of $250.00 each participant.

Accepted payment methods:

@ THE HEALTH SHED - Cash, EFTPOS and Credit Cards (VISA and MasterCard).

BY PHONE - Credit Cards (VISA and MasterCard).

BY EMAIL - PayPal or Bank Deposit (you will receive instructions and account details).

Clothing/equipment:

Full day: Bring pen and paper for notes.

Weekly lessons: Wear comfortable, loose clothing and shoes.

Visit THE HEALTH SHED, email gigi@gigimirto.com or call 0433 005 666 for bookings or further info.