CLASSES

QIGONG (CHI KUNG)

What is Qigong?

Qi is a Chinese term used to refer to all types of energy. It is the intrinsic substance or the "vital force" behind all things in the universe. Gong refers to the power to produce an effect, an attainment of, or accomplishment that is achieved with steady practice. Loosely, Qigong (chi kung) can be translated as the study of Qi.

Today, Qigong most often refers to the art and science of using breath, posture, movement, and/or sound to cleanse, refine, accumulate and circulate Qi in the body. This leads to improved health, transformation of consciousness, and greater power for martial arts. The four main types of Qigong societies are Basic, Medical, and Buddhist

Through the cultivation and regulation of body, mind, breathing, and vocalization, our resistance to disease, adaptability to the external environment, and immunity to pathogenic influences is strengthened. With a strong immune system, diseases are prevented, creating a state of super health, vitality, and youthfulness for the practitioner.

Why learn Qigong? Who should take this class?

• Best for people over 16 years of age.
• Qigong is the art and science of using breath, posture, movement, and/or sound to cleanse, refine, accumulate and circulate Qi in the body. This helps students improve health, prevent illness, and increase the quality of their lives - ultimately leading to greater power for martial arts. Taking it one step further, Qigong training is also a way to attain Great Wisdom, and to realize the true nature of human existence and its relation with the cosmos.
• Through the cultivation and regulation of the body, mind, breathing, and vocalization, our resistance to disease, adaptability to the external environment, and our overall immunity to pathogenic influences is strengthened. With a strong immune system, diseases are prevented, creating a state of super health, vitality, and youthfulness for the practitioner.

What will I learn?

Master Aiping Cheng teaches Sheng Zhen Qigong. Sheng Zhen Qigong is a system of standing, seated, and lying qigong forms and contemplations. Training includes:

• Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong (Return to Oneness) - The primary purpose of Wuji Yuan Gong is to allow practitioners to return to a natural state. Practice consists of standing and sitting forms. Forms combine movement and non-movement, internal and external, physical and spiritual. Initially, the practitioner will learn the movements until they become relaxed and automatic. As you progress, you will observe the feeling of qi flowing in your body. Contemplations are then added to accompany the movements. Understanding the contemplations and practicing with feeling help deepen your experience. You will achieve a heightened awareness and deeper capacity to enjoy life. When you first observe the presence of qi, you will find that your mind leads the flow. As you progress, you will notice that your qi begins to lead your mind. You are following the way of your heart and your life begins to flow with ease as you return to a natural state of wholeness.
• Sheng Zhen Healing Qigong - The healing qigong is designed to strengthen and heal the body. This form seeks to generate, move, and unblock qi deep inside the internal organs. It is known to improve the immune system and restore a healthy balance in your life. This qigong is performed while sitting in a chair and is especially good for those who have difficulty standing. This qigong is comprised of three parts. Part I - The Gathering of Healing Qi - the body is conditioned to open the flow of qi and awaken internal energy. Part II - The Processing of Qi in the Human Stove - the qi begins working deep into your body, opening and purifying the heart, and replenishing your being. Part III - The Alchemy Frees the Source Within - the loving qi is freed to do it's deepest work, releasing all limitations and unlocking the long hidden joy within.