Qigong Virtual Schedule

Less Stress, More Energy Mondays 2 pm Pac. @ Lighthouse Yoga PDX

Start your week on a high note with this rejuvenating Qigong session. Cultivate fresh energy and release tension through gentle, flowing movements and mindful breathwork. End with a guided meditation designed to clear emotional blocks and promote clarity. Perfect for all levels, this class will leave you feeling awake, alive, and ready to thrive.

Less Stress, More Peace Thursdays 4 pm Pac. @ Lighthouse Yoga PDX

Unwind from your day and prepare for a peaceful evening with this calming Qigong class. Experience gentle movements and breathwork to reduce stress, enhance relaxation, and cultivate inner peace. Concluding with a meditation focused on letting go and preparing for restful peace, this practice is ideal for anyone looking to release tension and find tranquility.

Qigong In- Person Schedule

Rise and Align Tuesdays 6 am @ Fireflyoga Tumwater

Start your day with the transformative power of Five Element Qigong, a gentle yet powerful practice that balances your energy through breathwork, mindful movement, and meditation. Each session connects you to the Five Elements—Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth—helping to release blockages, reduce stress, boost your immune system, and cultivate inner peace.

Relax, Renew, Recharge Wed & Fri noon @Fireflyoga Tumwater

Recharge your energy and release stress with this midday Qigong practice, combining breathwork and mindful movement to balance your body and relax your mind. Each session ends with a soothing meditation to help you restore inner peace, and you’re welcome to step out at 45 minutes or stay for the full hour.

WHAT IS QIGONG

WHAT IS QIGONG

Qigong (pronounced "chee-gong," also known as Taoist Yoga) is an ancient Chinese practice that combines gentle movement, breath control, and meditation to cultivate and balance the body's vital energy, known as "Qi." Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, Qigong enhances physical health, emotional well-being, and spiritual growth. This holistic practice involves flowing postures, focused breathing, and mindful awareness, making it accessible to individuals of all ages and fitness levels.

  • Meditation: Cultivate inner peace and focus through mindful awareness.

  • Deep Breathing: Enhance lung capacity and calm the nervous system.

  • Exercise: Improve physical strength, flexibility, and balance through gentle, flowing movements

BENEFITS OF QIGONG

BENEFITS OF QIGONG

  • Physical Health: Improve flexibility, strength, and balance. Enhance circulation, boost the immune system, and promote overall vitality.

  • Mental Clarity: Reduce stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue. Increase focus, concentration, and cognitive function.

  • Emotional Well-being: Cultivate a sense of inner peace, joy, and emotional resilience. Release negative emotions and foster a positive outlook on life.

  • Spiritual Connection: Deepen your connection with yourself and the world around you. Experience a greater sense of purpose and harmony.

CHINESE MEDICINE THEORY

CHINESE MEDICINE THEORY

Clearing the 12 Meridians The 12 meridians are pathways through which vital energy (Qi) flows, connecting various organs and systems in the body. Blockages in these meridians can lead to illness and imbalance. Five Element Flow Qigong helps to:

  • Unblock Energy Pathways: Through gentle, flowing movements and breathwork, this practice clears blockages in the meridians, ensuring smooth and balanced Qi flow.

  • Enhance Circulation: Improved energy flow enhances blood circulation, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells and tissues more efficiently.

  • Balance the Body's Energy: By targeting all 12 meridians, Five Element Flow Qigong harmonizes the body’s overall energy system..

Bringing Health to the Five Major Organs In Chinese Medicine, each element corresponds to a major organ, influencing its function and health. Five Element Flow Qigong supports these organs as follows:

  • Metal Element (Lungs): Exercises for the metal element improve respiratory function, enhance immune response, and support grief processing.

  • Water Element (Kidneys): Movements targeting the water element promote kidney health, strengthen the adrenal glands, and support stress management.

  • Wood Element (Liver): Movements and breathing exercises stimulate the liver, aiding detoxification and improving emotional balance.

  • Fire Element (Heart): Practices that enhance the fire element support cardiovascular health, emotional stability, and mental clarity.

  • Earth Element (Spleen): Techniques focused on the earth element boost digestion, energy levels, and immune function.

SOMATIC HEALING

SOMATIC HEALING

Qigong aligns closely with the principles of somatic healing, emphasizing the importance of body awareness and the release of physical tension to process and overcome trauma. Qigong's gentle, flowing movements and mindful breathing techniques help regulate the autonomic nervous system, reduce stress, and promote safety and calm. By enhancing body awareness and fostering a deep connection between mind and body, Qigong allows individuals to release stored trauma and restore balance to their energy systems. Regulates the autonomic nervous system: Promotes calm and reduces stress.

  • Enhances body awareness: Facilitates the recognition and release of stored trauma.

  • Balances energy systems: Harmonizes Qi flow for overall health.

  • Tones the vagus nerve: Healing sounds improve vagus nerve function and promote relaxation.

  • Supports emotional and psychological healing: Addresses both physical and mental aspects of trauma.

  • Promotes recovery and resilience: Transforms trauma into strength and vitality.

Additionally, Qigong incorporates toning and healing sounds, which profoundly impact the vagus nerve, a critical component of the parasympathetic nervous system. These sounds stimulate and tone the vagus nerve, enhancing its function and promoting relaxation, resilience, and overall well-being. This practice not only addresses the physical manifestations of trauma but also supports emotional and psychological healing, making it a powerful tool in the journey towards recovery and resilience. Integrating the holistic approach of Qigong provides a comprehensive path to healing, transforming trauma into a source of strength and vitality.