Qi Gong – News & Views
Here we cover news of Qi Gong in Health and Wellbeing, plus more details on different styles of Qi Gong and the philosophy that underpins the subject.
Articles
The Breathwork Challenge
What happens when you spend 5 minutes each day for 28 days 'Cyclic Sighing'? Improvements in breathing rate, sleep and stress levels.
06 June, 2024
What is Qi? – My Experience
The concept of Qi - 'life energy' - is central to the practices of Qigong and Tai Chi yet it is difficult for the average westerner to grasp. This is my journey.
16 October, 2023
Yang Short Form – Part 3
Part 3 of the Step-by-Step guide to our modified Yang-style Tai Chi Short Form, covering Golden Cockerel, Four Directions, Spins and Kicks.
18 June, 2022
How to Keep Knees Safe in Tai Chi & Qigong
5 key ways to ensure good knee alignment in Tai Chi and Qigong and keep your knees healthy for longer.
08 October, 2021
First Steps in Tai Chi
How to take your first steps in Tai Chi. 2 short videos showing how to step to the side and turn step. Walk like a cat ...
29 September, 2021
The (Unexpected) Benefits of Tai Chi & Qigong
Anecdotally the benefits of Tai Chi and Qigong have been known for centuries. Which benefits are confirmed by rigorous science?
12 August, 2021
Mastering Tai Chi or Qigong
Mastering anything worthwhile is difficult. Here's how to stay on the right path and the pitfalls to avoid.
29 July, 2021
Tai Chi – 10 Top Tips for Faster Learning
Although complicated at first, learning Tai Chi is a process that needs patience. Here's how to speed up your progress.
21 June, 2020
Buttocks Breathing – A Meditation Preparation
Beyond its eye-catching title, this is an excellent meditation technique based on the Microcosmic Orbit
11 June, 2020
5 Animal Frolics – A Complete Qigong Exercise System
These ancient Qigong exercises capture the essence of the Tiger, Deer, Bear, Monkey and Crane. Demanding but rewarding
09 June, 2020
Whole Body Breathing
An effective technique to relax the body and to help build focussed attention. Follow these simple instructions.
17 May, 2020
Why the 8-Step Tai Chi Form is Ideal for the Coronavirus Lockdown
The 8-Step Tai Chi form - 8 reasons why it's especially suited to the physical and social limitations of the current situation.
29 March, 2020
8-Step Tai Chi Form
The 8-Step Form is a compact, easy-to-learn routine with key moves from the longer forms. There is an elegance in its simplicity.
29 February, 2020
Tai Chi: Yang Short Form (Part 2)
Part 2 of the Step-by-Step guide to our modified Yang-style Tai Chi Short Form, covering Repulse Monkey and Cloud Hands.
28 February, 2020
Tai Chi or Qigong?
Both Tai Chi and Qigong are gaining popularity, but what's the difference? And which is better for the beginner?
28 November, 2018
Tai Chi: Yang Short Form (Part 1)
Our form is derived from the classic Yang style form of Cheng Man-Ch'ing and modified by one of his students, Dr Sam Lee to emphasise the health benefits and make it more accessible.
18 April, 2018
Ba Duan Jin
Often known as the 8 Silk Brocades, Ba Duan Jin is a sequence of 8 exercises with an ancient heritage that stretches back 2,000 years. They focus on breathing and can be done standing or seated.
03 April, 2018
The Crane Exercise
The Crane Exercise is a self-massage technique to regulate the digestion, improve sleep and, it is claimed, lose weight. Want to know more?
01 April, 2018
