What is the Dao? It is “The Way” or “The Path.” The path to where, you may ask? That is a good question. This trimester we will study the origins of Daoism as a shamanistic practice and its development as philosophy and religion. We will read the Daode Jing and learn the ancient practice of divination with the Yi Jing. We will explore Yin and Yang both philosophically and physically with Qigong and Taijiquan. And we will come to grips with Wu Wei by doing “Nothing.”

An essential part of this course will be the practice of Daoist meditation (Qigong and Taijiquan). This is mandatory and will be taught and practiced EVERY CLASS OF THE TRIMESTER. It is also mandatory that it be practiced at least once a week outside of class and a journal be maintained.

Below you will find class expectations, assignments with due dates, agendas, and assorted bits and pieces of information that may make your flow easier. Please check this site regularly in order to prepare effectively for each class.

Class Expectations and Four Strikes Policy

Assessments for Journal and Assignments 

Finally, there's this: Attendance and Timeliness Policy.