Health Qi Gong
1 hour live online private lesson
£37 – £45 per hour
Learn Qi Gong exercises in the comfort of your own home in a private lesson that is tailored to your needs, physical ability and learning style. Discover a variety of healthy movements that combine the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with an aligned posture, focused movement and deep breathing. Dating from around 2-5000 years ago, Qi Gong (the modern name for Dao Yin) is a movement and exercise practice that helps to support health and wellbeing. Make a positive step to improve your personal health and wellbeing.
Description
Your Location: We are based in the UK and operate on either GMT or BST (GMT+1) time zones. Lessons are available globally.
Instructor: Nicola of Earth Balance Tai Chi
Level: Beginner level upwards, no experience needed. Everyone welcome from 18 years to 80 plus.
Qigong Routines
- 8 Pieces Brocade (Ba Duan Jin)
- 5 Animal Frolics (Wu Qin Xi)
- Eight Energy Circle Walking
- Earth Qi Gong for Women
- Soma Dao Qigong
- Shibashi Qigong
- Silk Reeling Qigong
- Increase flexibility
- Calm the mind
- Relax the body
- Improve circulation
- Get new-found energy
- Hydrate the joints
- Improve posture
- Fall prevention
- Grounding and balance
- Body awareness and sensitivity
- Strengthen the muscles
- Loosen physical tension
- Improve all body systems (e.g. lymph, immune, nervous systems)
LESSON FORMAT – Option 1: Online Lesson
What is included in the lesson?
- The cost of this class includes a one hour live online tuition with instructor Nicola.
- These classes are interactive and are a mixture of instructor demonstration, student observation, practice and correction.
- Within the lesson, we work within the small space of the web cam view.
What is included outside of the lesson?
- The cost is for one hour of online tuition only.
- No further resources provided.
LESSON FORMAT – Option 2: Lesson + Notes/Homework
What is included in the lesson?
- The cost of this class includes a one hour live online tuition with instructor Nicola.
- These classes are interactive and are a mixture of instructor demonstration, student observation, practice and correction.
- Within the lesson, we work within the small space of the web cam view.
- The bulk of your practice and exploration is done outside of the online class.
What is included outside of the lesson?
- After the lesson you will be sent homework. This may be a review of the previous lesson or self-led learning to prepare for the next lesson.
- Practice.
- Upload your video to the ‘Tai Chi cloud’ and send your questions via email.
- You will receive an email with corrections and feedback.
- Practice.
- Next lesson.
Instructor Nicola will provide you with links to books and DVDs to purchase as a supplement to your training.
Online Lessons Caveat: Please note that tutoring Tai Chi and Qigong online is not a replacement for private tuition in person or attending public classes. Both of these practices should ideally be taught in a hands on manner, where movement, posture and alignment corrections are given and shown physically.
Medical History: As with all medical conditions, injuries and/or ill-health, please consult with your Doctor prior to starting a class. Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditation are not a replacement for conventional medical treatment. Please advise instructor Nicola prior to class of any medical conditions, injuries and/or ill-health that may prevent you from safely taking part. Our privacy policy is noted here.
TERMS
Format: Over Zoom your instructor Nicola will guide you through 1-2-1 private tuition. The lesson will be a mixture of instructor demonstration, student observation, practice and correction. This is your lesson, so will be personalised to you.
Duration: One hour for one person.
Advance Payment Method: Debit or credit card via the booking system. Contact Nicola for details and a link to book.
Requirements: Highspeed broadband internet connection, web camera, computer microphone, computer speakers. Your webcam must be set up and tested in advance so that your whole body is shown in the video screen with speakers and microphone working.
Terms: 24 hours notice for cancellations, no refunds within this time frame.
Legal: We are based in the UK and governed by UK jurisdiction.
As with all medical conditions, injuries and/or ill-health, please consult with your Doctor prior to starting a class. Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditation are not a replacement for conventional medical treatment. All students will be required to complete a medical history form prior to joining a class.
