Qigong (Chi Kung)
Sometimes called “Chinese Yoga”, qigong is the ancient art and science of using breath, posture, movement, stretching, meditation, visualisation, and/or sound to cultivate subtle energy, improve health, transform consciousness, and increase power for martial arts.
Qigong (pronounced “chee gong”) is a relatively new word for a variety of ancient practices:
Medical Qigong:
Taught in hospitals and clinics in China and around the world, specific exercises are designed for each patient’s condition.
Buddhist meditation:
The ancient art and science of cultivating extraordinary abilities of the mind and body. The goal of buddhist qigong is increased awareness, wisdom, and the elimination of suffering.
Daoist Qigong:
Also called “Inner Alchemy” this includes several different types of esoteric exercises for longevity.
Healing Qigong:
Healing qigong is practised by masseurs, acupuncturists, and others. This subtle art is seen as a way to enhance one’s ability to perceive and affect mental and physical processes for the improvement of health.
Martial Qigong:
This art has been used for at least two thousand years to increase physical power, expand awareness, and protect the body from injury.
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