During the introductory level students are taught the basic principles of qigong along with the Basic Exercises that are the foundation for one’s qigong practice and health improvement.  These exercises work on opening energy channels, moving Qi within the body and strengthening the body functions.  They are suitable for all practitioners, especially beginners.  Basic exercises work well on all major joints, spine and lower back.  They create good effect in overall body, work on heart and lung organ Qi, urinary and reproductive systems and conditions like back pain, high blood pressure, sleeping disorders, headaches, digestive disorders etc.

1^st method of Zhineng Qigong

The 1^st method consists of two parts: Lift Qi Up Pour Qi Down and the Three Centres Merge Standing Form.

Lift Qi Up Pour Qi Down (LQU)  is a movement sequence that is relatively easy to learn and suitable for any health status.  The movements help to send the mind and Qi out to the universe, to mix Qi with the universal Qi and bring it back to nourish the body.  This can rapidly build up Qi levels and so improve both the physical and mental/emotional health.  Practice of the 1^st method feels very good.  It is very effective for self healing various conditions caused by Qi deficiency.  It strengthens the connection between the external and internal Qi on membranous level.  Opens the Qi gates and orifices to promote Qi on that level and strengthens the functions of body and life.  It draws Qi quickly and is effective to heal illnesses.  The practice of LQU also develops certain potential abilities and sharpens the sensory organs and mechanisms.

Practice of the Three Centres Merge Standing Form (3CM), the second part of the method, is particularly good for absorbing the Qi drawn to the body by the practice of LQU.  The 3CM works at a deeper level than LQU.  It contains fewer movements and for much of the form, the body remains in a fixed posture to assist the absorption and consolidation of Qi within the body.  The 3CM is best practiced regularly regardless of which other forms one is practising.  3CM works well on all 3 elements of the human being: physical body, Qi and mind.  It can move the pure Qi of the body and increase the amount of the physical Qi.  3CM strengthens the body and constitution, works very well on the lower back and hips, straightens the spine, correct problems developed by incorrect posture, balances the left and right side of the body. It corrects the focusless state of mind and creates good order.

2^nd method of Zhineng Qigong  (Body-Mind Form)

The essence of the Body-Mind form is to unify the mind and body.  It is performed in 10 segments.  Each segment focuses on a specific part of the body working from head to toe, even to the extremities.  It works on ALL joints, balances the left & right, the front & back sides of the body.  Regular practice can stretch the sinews and tendons, strengthen the bones, give the body vigour and grace, smooth and harmonise the flow of Qi, enhance health and develop the power of the mind.

Body-Mind Form is designed to fully activate and develop the function of the Qi channels and so can be effective for chronic and stubborn conditions where channels are blocked.  The 10 segments of the Body-Mind form are especially good for parts of the body which are rarely used.  Prolonged practice, combined with work on other aspects of life such as consciousness, can bring one’s level of health to above what is normally seen as ‘healthy’.

3^rd method of Zhineng Qigong  (Five Qi Hunyuan Form)

Qi transformation and key bodily functions occur within our organs.  Each organ has its own physical aspect, Qi, and its own emotional and mental aspect.  The health of the organs is not only vital for our physical health but also for emotional and mental well-being.  Often health problems originate in the organs due to poor quality and quantities of Qi. The 3rd method works on the pure organ Qi of each of the organs.   It also strengthens the connection between all organs so they can work together in harmony.  Organ Qi exists at a deeper level than the Qi accessed when practising the 1st and 2nd methods.  Thus in addition to the physical movement and mind activity, when practising the 3rd method one should use also sounds, hand postures, shapes of mouth, emotions and visualisation.  Sustained practice of the 3rd method enables to achieve good health (by the Qigong standards) and enhances one’s ability to control their emotions using conscious awareness.  It is also an essential practice to progress one’s level of Qigong.

Everyday Life Qigong

Most Qigong practice lasts between a half hour and an hour, but because Qigong is so beneficial it is useful to do as much as possible.  By turning our everyday lives into a Qigong practice we can strengthen our Qi while carrying out our lives.

Everyday Life Qigong is an excellent way of maintaining a stable and high level of Qi, essential for a healthy body and mind.  For senior Qigong practitioners, this is an important way to move their practise to an even deeper level.

The various Qigong techniques include Qigong for sitting, standing, walking and lying (sleeping).  Effective breathing techniques are also part of the course and they can be used to address problems with energy levels, brain functions, insomnia, difficulty in getting up, poor appetite etc.  Other advanced breathing techniques will also be introduced for meditation.

Qi therapy (Qigong medicine) – level one

Qigong goes back in Chinese history 7000 years.  It contains the essence of traditional Chinese culture and is the basis upon which Traditional Chinese Medicine was developed.  It was through the practice of Qigong that the Chinese discovered the channels, points and energy gates of the body and developed much of the theory of TCM.  A high level Qigong practitioner can not only feel and influence the flow of Qi in their own body, but can also feel and influence the Qi of others.

This level covers some of the main principles of Qigong and Hunyuan medicine theory, diagnosis and external Qi therapy techniques.

Qi therapy – level two

This level explores the phenomenon and mechanism of the special (paranormal) abilities from Ren Xue (Human Life Science) perspective.  The connection between the Qigong practice and development of special abilities is discussed in depth.  The practitioners are taught some traditional qigong practices that focus particularly on development of the power, clarity and ability of the mind to stay focused.  Further instructions are given how to use the special abilities for the purpose of diagnosis and external Qi therapy.

Feng Shui

Prerequisite:  100 day Gong in the 3^rd method of Zhineng Qigong system.

Life Development (Yohua) from the perspective of Ren Xue (Yuan Tze Human Life Science)

This level explores the ways we can improve & develop life at all its stages - from before conception till after the death.