QI GONG- BADUANJIN The Eight Brocades


The 8 Brocades Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that has many health benefits including improved energy, vitality, bone density, strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, focus, and longevity. Qigong is also shown to be a great practice for reducing stress, blood pressure, back pain, arthritis, and much more.

What ages for this training?  We have a  children's version for parents to do with their children and also  videos and zoom for 5 yr old to 12 yr. old.
13 years to seniors can do this class.  
On line we offer a special seniors video also for balance and dexterity.
After payment you will receive a registration form to enter your personal condition and age.

What does the brocade symbolize?

Brocade fabric held immense cultural significance in China and was associated with wealth, power, and social status. It was reserved for the imperial court and aristocracy, with intricate brocade robes being worn during important ceremonies and auspicious occasions
The 8 Brocades Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that has many health benefits including improved energy, vitality, bone density, strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, focus, and longevity. Qigong is also shown to be a great practice for reducing stress, blood pressure, back pain, arthritis, and much more.

What are the 8 pieces of brocade?
Moves
  • Two Hands Reach up to Heaven. ...
  • Draw the Bow to Shoot the Eagle. ...
  • Separate Heaven and Earth. ...
  • Sway the Head and Shake the Tail. ...
  • The Wise Owl Looks Backwards. ...
  • Clench the Fists and Gaze Fiercely. ...
  • Bouncing on the Toes. ...
  • Two Hands Hold the Feet to Strengthen the Kidneys and Waist.

This is the a formal exercise for 20 minutes that everyone learns first when studying martial arts Kung Fu. As practiced and taught in the Shaolin Tradition you will be guided through each movement with a live teacher.  Videos are also available to watch at your convenience.

The Baduanjin is pre requisite to of our SRM (Self Recognition Meditation) program as well as the Tai Tone Yoga program.

 

The cost is      $125. per student.

Length of training is 8 weeks / with daily videos and once weekly 40 minute Zoom.