LIANGONG WEEKEND
12th/13th January 2008
Gently Waking from Winter's Hibernation. Taught by UKTQF Guest Teacher, Anne Tovey, organised by Jo Hale
"Liangong is a comprehensive, versatile set of exercises which help in the treatment and prevention of musculoskeletel disorders. The movements are drawn from ancient chinese disciplines ( including Qigong and Kung Fu ) and western physical therapies. They build physical strength, keep the body supple and help to restore and maintain the balance, function and mobility of joints.
The exercises are grouped into sets of 6 - each set working on a particular aspect or area of the body. Each set also builds upon the other , extending and developing movements. The aim of the weekend is that people will be able to work through and understand the benefits of each set. They should feel confident enough to take away and use the exercises for themselves. The fact that each set builds upon the others make it easier to learn but it is not necessary to do every exercise when you are doing them for yourself. You use whatever your body needs at any given time.
I use them regularly in my own warm ups and whenever I feel part of me needs stretching/loosening/strengthening. I’ve been studying and using them for 10 years and feel they are an excellent set to have in anyone’s health “toolbox”. For example, for a month I used 3 sets specifically to build up my strength as preparation for an intensive 3-day training session. I will often use the first 2 sets to loosen tension in my shoulders and back - those sets are also excellent for improving breathing and so are good if I’m feeling stressed. Another set works more on the internal organs through energy pathways and focus on points."
Do come along, and enjoy!
Living Healthily with the Seasons
Sunday, November 18th, 10 am - 4 pm
Beat the Winter Blues - A day of gentle Qi Gong exercise and nutritional advice. We will be exploring the water element, enabling you to make a smooth transition into winter and recharge your batteries - in spite of the festive season! Click here for details as a Word document or here for the pdf version.
Breast Health Qigong Workshop
Sat. and Sun 6th and 7th October Time: 10am to 4pm each day
A weekend workshop introducing Qigong Practices to help in the understanding prevention, and treatment of Breast Disease, from the Traditional Chinese perspective. Click here for details as a Word document or here for the pdf version.
There is a regular Stress Reduction Qigong class held on Wednesday mornings at the Woodlands Natural Health Centre, teaching DaoYin exercises, which help to balance posture and improve body orientation and flexibility, as well as aiding in the development of deep relaxation and the capacity to maintain calm focus. Time: 10 - 11.30am, cost £8. Newcomers always welcome. Teacher, Jo Hale.
Also, Jo runs a Buddha Palm Qigong Meditation Group, on Friday evenings, from 6.30 - 8pm. Please telephone for dates as these may be variable.Click here for details as a Word document
If you or your group would like to arrange a talk or day workshop on any of the topics that Jo practises and teaches, she would be happy to discuss this with you.
One simple definition of Qi :
That which gives life.
Qi - breath, energy, blood.
Gong - work, benefit, practise.
The practise of these simple structured body movements, linked to your breath, place these healing tools directly into your own hands to benefit your health.
This material will be of interest to experienced practitioners, and those who wish to teach these techniques, as well as complete novices. In fact, anyone interested in learning how to optimise their mental, emotional and physical health will enjoy these workshops.
The workshops will emphasise both the learning and practise of these exercises, developing an understanding of Qi Gong which reflects both movement and orientation, and stillness and meditation.
By harmonising mind/breath and movement you will become able to channel vital energy throughout the body to regain your natural vitality. Qi Gong and it's development into Tai Chi for Health, is accepted by the World Health Organisation for the beneficial treatment of conditions such as ME, MS, Diabetes, Arthritis, High Blood Pressure, Depression, Anxiety, and the general effects of stress and every day modern living.
