Soaring Crane Qigong
Developed in the 1970’s, Soaring Crane Qigong remains one of the most highly regarded and practiced qigong forms in China. The benefits of a dedicated practice of Soaring Crane Qigong include gaining overall energetic balance, greatly improved health, and an accompanied liveliness of spirit. Based on the theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Five Routines of SCQ were designed by Master Zhao, Jin-xiang to open acupoints, clear meridians and develop the power of the mind to guide qi.
During Soaring Crane instruction, two ancient and very beneficial forms of reclining qigong are also taught.
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Study Soaring Crane Qigong if you wish to gain a clear theoretical and physical understanding of a form of qigong, and if you wish to have a practice that methodically develops mindfulness and mental focus.
SOARING CRANE QIGONG WEEKEND WORKSHOPS are also offered on request to groups of four or more students.
In this workshop format, students learn the entire Soaring Crane Qigong form plus two reclining Qigong forms in a concentrated, intensive weekend format.
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*Students who complete Soaring Crane Qigong classes are welcome to join a free group practice held on Sundays at 1:30 p.m. at Crane’s Way Qigong Studio. See our Calendar for all upcoming practices, classes, and events!
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Essence Qigong
Chinese Essence Qigong was developed by a group of qigiong masters after conducting a long-term study of many forms of qigong, both ancient and modern. Master Chen, Fu-Yin and his colleagues collaborated to extract the most essential components common to the forms.
Essence Qigong was developed to bring qi deep into the body, penetrating rapidly through muscles to organs and bone marrow. Practiced with the eyes closed, this form of qigong is deeply meditative and has been described by students as "like taking an internal shower." Chinese Essence Qigong consists of slow, gentle, meditative movements which help focus the mind and bring qi deep into the body layer by layer.
Essence Qigong is easy to learn, and can be modified for individuals with physical limitations; however, this form of qigong is also recommended for more advanced students who wish to deepen their experience of qi.
ESSENCE QIGONG WEEKEND WORKSHOPS are also offered on request to groups of four or more students.
In this workshop format, students learn the entire Essence Qigong form in a concentrated, intensive weekend format.
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*Students who complete Chinese Essence Qigong classes are welcome to join a free group practice held on Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. at Crane’s Way Qigong Studio. See our Calendar for all upcoming practices, classes, and events!