Qi Gong for Everyday Life – A Gentle Practice for Health and Rejuvenation
A time-honoured practice for a healthy body and mind
8-week course – from June 11th–30th July
Qigong is a gentle mind-body discipline with roots in the distant past. Relatively simple to learn, it is a gentle form of exercise for better health, rejuvenation and regeneration, and is sometimes referred to as Taoist yoga.
Baduanjin (The Eight Silk Brocades)
Baduanjin – often called the Eight Silk Brocades – is one of the few Qigong forms for which we have written evidence dating back to the Song dynasty (c. 1150 CE).
At its heart are eight movements which, when combined, create a deceptively simple whole-body exercise incorporating mindfulness and meditation; stretching, twisting and turning; rising and sinking.
When these movements are partnered with deep, rhythmic breathing, they form a straightforward routine that can have a profound effect on physical health, energy levels and emotional well-being.
The form we’ll be exploring over these eight weeks of June and July is equally suitable for absolute beginners and experienced Qigong practitioners alike: it is simple, yet endlessly rich.
Comments From Dan’s Students
"I have been enjoying Dan's Qi Gong classes for about a year now; sometimes with the livestream, sometimes via the recording. I was a complete beginner so am still feeling my way into the practices and theory but have never felt out of my depth or uncomfortable (even when my crane form morphs into hippo!) as Dan's teaching is consistently informative whilst encouraging of finding our own way into the practices.
I find that the structure and pace of Dan's sessions help my beginning understandings, always with theory woven into his explanations and extra help when he can see that some of us have struggled in some way to follow a form. Dan has a gentle attentive teaching style, and his long experience of Qi Gong is evident in the ease, enthusiasm and presence with which he delivers each session."
"I have completed four consecutive Chi Kung courses with Dan Brierley over the last 9 months. I enjoyed every moment of the classes because Dan is a highly experienced and knowledgeable Chi Kung teacher who teaches with joy and passion.
I was an absolute beginner when I joined Dan's class but Dan's ability to break down complex looking movements into simple steps put me at ease and the videos are great to keep practising between classes. There are so many things I enjoy about the courses: The movements and the focus on breathing, awareness and mindfulness, and not to forget Dan's vast knowledge of Chi Kung theory and its impact on the body.
What is different after four courses? I have established a daily Chi Kung routine, I feel more energetic, my lower back pain is gone and I might even be more mindful than before."
Booking & Donations
Please book in advance using the form at the bottom of this page.
We are embracing a sliding scale policy for this event, guided by the Buddhist principle of generosity and inclusivity. There are suggested donations to help cover the cost of running these classes, including an offering to Dan for his time. Choosing the higher option includes a donation to support our activities for the benefit of all.
We firmly believe, however, that financial constraints should never be a barrier to participation. If the suggested amount is beyond your means, please choose the lower option or contribute what you can via Option 4 — every offering helps make these classes possible for the collective good. Without your honesty and generosity, we wouldn’t be able to make these sessions happen!
About the Teacher
Daniel Brierley is a Cranio-Sacral Therapist, a Shiatsu Practitioner and served as the former Principal Tutor of the London College of Elemental Chi Kung for 14 years. He has been practising for over 30 years, and has taught workshops and courses across the UK, in India, New Zealand, Australia, Morocco and many European countries for over 15 years.
“The single constant throughout my journey – of various complementary health modalities, physical therapy systems and personal development – the thing that bound all my therapy training together and gave me a framework to explore wellness, has been my practice of Chi Kung.”
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