Study Group Details

In Asia, for thousands of years, overall health, fitness, and well-being have always considered mind, body, and spirit as a whole. This class will introduce the practice and medical benefits of Chinese Qigong, or Chi Kung, the centuries-old method of "healing movement." We will exercise together, blending action, breathing, and imagination, to physically energize the body and promote overall well-being. Through rhythmic movement, relaxed breathing, and mental focus, we’ll practice simple forms together as a group, to stimulate and heal specific organs and organ-systems in the body. The easy-to-perform, simple "mudras" will gently release tight muscles, soften ligaments, and coax the lengthening of tendons, which can diminish joint pain and improve balance. Exercise modifications will be shown, when requested. Note: before participating in any exercise program, participants should check with their doctors to ensure that there are no contraindications, special considerations, or limitations from a medical standpoint. This study group meets for one hour, from 9:45 to 10:45 AM.