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Liangong Weekend
12th/13th January 2008
Gently Waking from Winter's Hibernation.
Taught by UKTQF Guest Teacher, Anne Tovey, organised by Jo Hale
Liangong is a comprehensive, versatile set of exercises
which help
in the treatment and prevention of musculoskeletel disorders. The
movements are drawn from ancient chinese disciplines ( including
Qigong and Kung Fu ) and western physical therapies. They build
physical strength, keep the body supple and help to restore and
maintain the balance, function and mobility of joints.
The exercises are grouped into sets of 6 - each set working on a
particular aspect or area of the body. Each set also builds upon the
other , extending and developing movements. The aim of the weekend is
that people will be able to work through and understand the benefits
of each set. They should feel confident enough to take away and use
the exercises for themselves. The fact that each set builds upon the
others make it easier to learn but it is not necessary to do every
exercise when you are doing them for yourself. You use whatever your
body needs at any given time.
I use them regularly in my own warm ups and whenever I feel part of
me needs stretching/loosening/strengthening. I’ve been studying and
using them for 10 years and feel they are an excellent set to have in
anyone’s health “toolbox”. For example, for a month I used
3
sets specifically to build up my strength as preparation for an
intensive 3-day training session. I will often use the first 2 sets
to loosen tension in my shoulders and back - those sets are also
excellent for improving breathing and so are good if I’m feeling
stressed. Another set works more on the internal organs through
energy pathways and focus on points.
Do come along, and enjoy!
Living Healthily with the Seasons
Sunday, November 18th, 10 am - 4 pm
Beat the Winter Blues -
A day of gentle Qigong exercise and nutritional advice.
We will be exploring the water element, enabling you to make a smooth
transition into winter and recharge your batteries - in spite of the
festive season! Click here
for details as a Word document or here
for the pdf version.
Breast Health Qigong Workshop
Sat. and Sun 6th and 7th October
Time: 10am to 4pm each day
A weekend workshop introducing Qigong Practices to help in the understanding
prevention, and treatment of Breast Disease, from the Traditional Chinese
perspective. Click here for details as
a Word document or here for the pdf
version.
There is a regular Stress Reduction
Qigong class held on Wednesday
mornings at the Woodlands Natural Health Centre, teaching DaoYin
exercises, which help to balance posture and improve body orientation
and flexibility, as well as aiding in the development of deep
relaxation and the capacity to maintain calm focus. Time: 10 -
11.30am, cost £8. Newcomers always welcome. Teacher, Jo Hale.
Also,
Jo runs a Buddha Palm Qigong Meditation Group, on Friday evenings, from
6.30 - 8pm. Please telephone for dates as these may be
variable.Click here for details as a Word
document or here
for the pdf version.
If you or your group would like to arrange a talk or day workshop
on any of the topics that Jo practises and teaches, she would be
happy
to discuss this with you.
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