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Qigong (Energy Medicine) focuses on improving physical health and wellness. It opens the energy flow within the body by eliminating blockages. The intent is to balance the body by opening the energetic pathways (meridians). This is accomplished by a series of gentle movements synchronized with the breath. This form of Qigong can be safely practiced by the beginner, with limited movement, to the most advanced student. It benefits all students and aides them in moving forward no matter what their prior experiences.
Each class is started with a set of Opening Moves to allow the body structure to open in all directions. Next, we move through the Qigong movements. These movements focus on Energy passing through specific pathways (or meridians). The class ends with a closing Qigong form that integrates the mind-body-spirit to a more grounded state of well being.
Qigong is an excellent tool to acquire mind-body-spirit awareness. Its movements provide a path toward personal transformation. Each individual may have a different experience each time they practice the form. The goal is as they work toward balance of the Yin-Yang Qi they will notice improved health, increased energy and a greater awareness life.
What are the benefits?
Qigong enhances immune function, reduces the ill effects of stress, prevents disease, calms the mind and emotions, lowers blood pressure, increases flexibility, cultivates energy, treats chronic pain, and improves sleep.
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11 Weeks
Mondays
Apr. 15 - June 24, 2013
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cost:
$176
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Rooted in Chinese tradition, Qigong is a series of gentle movements synchronized with breathing that promotes energy movement through the body. It is the foundation for Tai Chi and provides gentle movements that improve health and well-being. When energy moves freely and openly, the body can operate in a healthy and balanced state.
Free Introductory Class: Monday, Apr. 8, 2013; 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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11 Weeks
Fridays
Apr. 19 - June 28, 2013
11:15am - 12:15pm
Cost:
$176
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Rooted in Chinese tradition, Qigong is a series of gentle movements synchronized with breathing that promotes energy movement through the body. It is the foundation for Tai Chi and provides gentle movements that improve health and well-being. When energy moves freely and openly, the body can operate in a healthy and balanced state.
Free Introductory Class: Friday, Apr. 12, 2013; 11:15am - 12:15pm
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11 Weeks
Thursdays
Apr. 18 - June 27, 2013
9:30am - 10:30am
Cost:
$176
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This complete program of empowered self-care blends ancient Chinese and Tibetan techniques addressing specific health issues unique to women. Radiant Lotus Women's Qigong, a flowing Qigong form uses the lotus flower as a metaphor for female resilience and flexibility. The movements open the body's energy, gently stretching and releasing tension from muscles, joints and spine while waking up the body's immune system.
Radiant Lotus Women's Qigong seeks to enhance the whole-body health of women from the time of menstruation, through pregnancy and well into her wisdom years while supporting her Divine Feminine nature. Reminding practitioners how to return to their natural state of loving compassion, innate wisdom and inner strength during times of stress and intense emotions.
RLWQ addresses breast and uterine health; menstrual and hormonal imbalances, breast and uterine tumors/cysts, emotional ups and downs, menopausal symptoms and more.
Free Introductory Class: Thursday, Apr. 11, 2013; 9:30am - 10:30am
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11 Weeks
Thursdays
Apr. 18 - June 27, 2013
10:45am - 12:15pm
Cost:
$176
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For women who have completed Beginning Level Radiant Lotus Womens Qigong; Continued group participation of RLWQ will enhance your health and bring your personal practice to the next level. A key component of this women's Qigong system is the Tibetan Sound Healing, enabling each woman to find her unique voice while blending together with other women's voices creating a harmonic group healing. New material will be shared for deepening and refining energy, incorporating RLWQ and other aspects of medical and energetic Qigong.
Free Introductory Class: Thursday, Apr. 11, 2013; 10:45am - 12:15pm
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Karl Ardo is a Certified Five Element Medical Qigong and Meditation Teacher - NQA Certified Qigong Clinical Therapist & Level III Advanced Instructor-Certified Zero Balancer. He has studied, practiced, and taught several types of Chinese disciplines including Medical Qigong, meditation and Tai Chi since 1974. In addition, Karl teaches advanced Qigong Healing of others (hands off the body healing techniques) and provides private individual sessions in Qigong and Zero Balancing.
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Jeri calls both Columbia and Qigong home. Deepening her personal Qigong practice of 16 years, Jeri has been teaching Qigong privately to interested clients. She's delighted for the opportunity to expand her love of Qigong, now with the special emphasis on Women's Health. Jeri is a cooperative health care professional, blending Biodynamic Cranial Sacral, Energy Balancing and Flower-Nature Essences most recently studying the ancient art of Apitherapy, to deepen her understanding and appreciation of the hive. Jeri practices Treatment Free Beekeeping providing a chemical free environment for bees at her home.
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Jessica Koch is a certified Five Element Medical Qigong instructor. She began studying Qigong shortly
after her introduction to the benefits of meditation over ten years ago. She continues to study and
explore the healing effects of qi through energy balancing modalities such as Zero Balancing and External
Qi Healing. She enjoys providing the opportunity for others to experience healing in both the classroom
and one-on-one sessions.
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