QiGong #1: A broad introduction to some QiGong methods and styles. The main form consistently practiced will be the 8 Sections of Brocades and easy to follow, gentle and flowing single move exercises from Yiquan, Yang style Tai Ji Quan and Shaolin Qigong.
QiGong #2: More rigorous than Qigong #1 This class will focus on Shaolin Qigong through stretching, reverse breathing, and deep practice of the Yi Jin Jing form.
Tai Chi Essentials (Class #4):
In Daoist cosmology Tai Chi (grand Polarity) comes from Wu chi(no Polarity)or emptiness. Our class begins and ends with the standing meditation of Wu Chi Qigong. In between we will focus on single move repetition of Tai Chi’s various postures rather than taolu or form practice.
Yiquan (Class #3):
The central and foundational practice in Yiquan is Zhang Zhung (standing like a post/tree) meditation. This followed by Shili (testing strength/integration) -- where simple, natural flowing movements are slowly performed much like tai chi. Class concludes with Walking Meditation.
Bonpo/Vajrayana(Tantric Buddhism) Paradigm-
Tsa Lung/ Five Elements (Class #5):
The focus of the class will be the five Tsa Lung exercises from the Bon Mother Tantra. Each exercise corresponds with one of the five elements: space, air, fire, water and earth.
Healing with Sound/ Five Warrior Seed Syllables (Class #6):
Students will practice seed syllable zhine(shamatha)meditation, Tsa Lung, and the Five Warrior seed syllables.
EMBODIMENT
Qigong is a traditional Chinese practice that combines mindful movement, deep breathing, and focused intention to cultivate the body's vital energy, or 'qi.'
Rooted in the belief that 'qi' flows through everything (the flowers, trees, oceans, human beings, etc.), these exercises can help practitioners tune back in with both our embodied selves and our living surroundings -- restoring our innate sense of interdependence and grounded-ness.
In this society, many feel disconnected. Wydflower Qigong classes aim to hold space for personal growth, greater resilience, and healing within community.
FOCUS
Reduces Stress: Activates the parasympathetic nervous system for deep relaxation, calming the mind.
Enhances Focus & Cognition: Improves concentration, memory, and information processing.
Improves Sleep: Helps calm anxiety, promoting better sleep quality.
Neuroplasticity: Induces structural and functional brain changes with increased adaptability
Cultivates Emotional Balance: Helps in releasing emotional blockages, leading to buoyancy, tenacity, and less reactivity.
RESILIENCE
Improves Balance & Flexibility:
Gentle, flowing movements enhance coordination, posture, and range of motion
Boosts Cardiovascular & Respiratory Health: Helps regulate blood pressure and supports better heart and lung function.
Strengthens Immune System: Improves immune response, helps manage chronic conditions, sobriety support regulation
Reduces Pain: Eases symptoms of arthritis and chronic pain by improving circulation and reducing tension.
Functional Strength: Increases lean soft tissue mass and symmetry