Types of Qigong we teach
Types of Qigong we teach
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A brief history
A brief history
Traditionally in our classes we used Qigong after Kungfu and Taichi classes to help improve circulation, flow and bring back energy.
As time passed a more dedicated class to Qigong was requested, hence a focussed class on Qigong.
We teach several types of Qigong, such as Taichi Qigong (Shibashi) 1-6, Ba Duan Jin, Tao Yin, Wai Tan Gong etc, Some of these will be explained more in future.
Below however is a description of Shibashi 18 Step Taichi Qigong, and a small demo of first form
Raising the Arms
Opening the Chest
Painting a Rainbow
Separating the Clouds
Rolling the Arms in a Horse-riding Stance
Rowing a Boat in the Middle of a Lake
Carry Ball in Front of the Shoulders
Looking at the Moon
Pushing with the Palms
Cloud Hands in a Horse-riding Stance
Scooping the Sea and Looking at the Horizon
Pushing Waves
Flying Dove Spreads its Wings
Punching in a Horse-riding Stance
Flying Wild Goose
Rotating Wheel
Stepping Whilst Bouncing a Ball
Balancing Chi
18 Step Taichi Qigong (Shibashi) First Form
18 Step Taichi Qigong (Shibashi) First Form
The 18 movement Taiji Qigong was created in 1982 in Shanghai , China by Tai Chi Master He Weiqi and Qigong Master and healer Lin Hou Sheng. The routine combines elements from the Yang form and more traditional breathing and movement exercises from Qigong. It has quickly become a very popular exercise and practiced and enjoyed all around the world.
Why Shibashi?
Shibashi is a gentle method of simple exercises that is easy to learn. It consists of a sequence of 18 simple movements performed with several repeats in a fluid, continuous way combined with good posture and deep abdominal breathing. One of the great things about these moves is that they are easy to remember.
As you learn the moves you can then gradually increase the number of Forms you do, increase the repetitions of each movement and go on to develop a great depth in your practice. Just by doing a few moves each day you should start to feel the benefits - around 20 minutes daily would be ideal but any time spend doing Tai Chi Qigong will help.
Comments that people have made about improvements they have experienced since attending Tai Chi Qigong classes include:
Improved balance
Stress relief
A gentle exercise that they can comfortably do
Better breathing
Improved mobility and flexibility
Increased strength
Better concentration
Controlled co-ordination
More confidence
Enhanced sleeping patterns
Improved periods of relaxation
Getting out and enjoying a social activity
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