Qigong

Qigong (pronounced ‘Chee - Gung’)

The art of cultivating vital energy.

It’s an effective eastern movement practice that supports good mental, physical, and spiritual health by coordinating the breath with slow, deliberate movements that engage the focussed mind.

It includes flowing movements, simple and potent meditations, and visualizations for healing.

Certain types of qigong are easier and more accessible than yoga and the practice does not require props or a mat. It can be practiced outdoors or indoors, standing or seated.

Is Tai chi like qigong? “Qigong, tai chi, and yoga share many common features due to their focus on breath, posture, and movement. Tai chi originated as an ancient martial art, but over the years it has become more focused on health promotion and rehabilitation. When tai chi is performed for health, it is considered a form of qigong and involves integrated physical postures, focused attention, and controlled breathing. Tai chi is one of the hundreds of forms of qigong exercises that was developed in China.”