Body practice is the root of spiritual practice. When we calm the body, the mind can expand without limit.
Qigong (chee-gong) is a traditional Chinese health practice combining gentle movements, meditation, and controlled breathing to cultivate and harmonize the body's "qi," a type of life energy that flows throughout the universe.
An integral part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), qigong helps to restore and rebalance the body’s energy using the same meridians that are used in acupuncture. Qigong invites us to become better aware of our bodies, giving ourselves friendly, supportive care on our road to better health. No matter where we are in our life’s journey, consistent practice of qigong can help to regain or sustain vitality, calm and center the mind, and maintain overall better health as we age.
This ongoing group meets weekly on Zoom every Wednesday morning. People who miss classes are free to join when they can, as concepts and movements will be continuously re-examined along the way. This class is ongoing. Join at any time, and attend whenever you are able.
Who may benefit: Everyone. The movements are gentle and can be adapted to your body.
In this group, you’ll be invited to:
Learn and practice qigong movements that support balance, calm, and vitality
Explore breath and body awareness through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Build a sustainable movement practice you can do at home
For class, you will need:
Pre-registration for the class (see registration link below) in order to use the Zoom link and to access the support material. If you are not currently a member of RIM but are interested in joining the class or have any questions, please reach out to us at support@rootedinmindfulness.org and we can help you with your registration.
Comfortable, loose clothing and shoes without substantial heels.
A supportive chair.
A clear exercise space of approximately 6 feet by 4 feet to allow for safe, easeful movement.