If you want to try a few types of qigong in-person with a friendly group in lovely surroundings – this is the day for you.
Stanmer Park is a large, beautiful space with lots of lovely woodland areas, various colourful gardens, an orchard, along with multiple cafes and shops
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrive 9.30am for morning seasonal tea
10am, 8 Brocades Set
BREAK, health snack provided
11.30am Qigong / Tai Chi walking practise
12pm Lunch at one of the multiple cafes / bring your own
1.30pm Tea meditation and sharing circle / seasonal discussion
2.30pm BREAK with seasonal fruit
3pm Qigong for tension release
3.30pm Seasonal summer practise for the heart + essential oil self massage
4.15pm Close
You can take part in all or part of the day (price will be reduced for those not doing all sessions).
8 Brocades
This will be a very gently-paced day with lots of benefits. Eight Brocades, our first set of the day is one of the most studied and revered qigong sets. Originally an essential practise to strenghten Shaolin monks, our practise will be accessible for all, and excellent for strenghtening and coordination. It works with all areas and organs of the body to boost health. Here’s one of the many pieces of research on the positive effects of the 8 brocades.
Tai Chi Walking
Tai chi walking or qigong walking has recieved lots of attention in the news recently, thanks to it’s excellent ability to improve balance and create more calm and mindfulness in the body and mind. Check out this recent article about Tai Chi Walking in Glamour magazine.
Qigong for tension release
Come and do some of my absolute favourite exercises for deeper relaxation or the body, mind and nervous system.
Qigong for the heart
As we move into the summer season in TCM, we will do our final session of the day with a focus on balancing the heart qi, this calms the spirit and can uplift our mind and body – as well as improve heart health and blood pressure.