Qi gong is the classical Chinese art of exercise and meditation - similar to tai chi. These one day courses are an enjoyable combination of stretches, standing and sitting meditatoin and discussion which will give you a sense of balance, quiet and techniques for self-treating. For full information on all the days please have a look at: http://www.apothecarycentre.org.uk/courses/courses/
Cost: £80 or low income £50 includes lunch
Tutor: Rosey Grandage is a physio and Chinese medicine practitioner who has spent many years in China and who has been teaching these skills at University of Westminster for since 1999.
Contact: info@apothecarycentre.org.uk
Qi gong has a very long history in China, there are images of people practicing the postures and movements in a tomb dating from 167 BC. There are many styles of practice ranging from strong physical movements and martial arts to silent meditation; at the root of all is the aim of balancing the mind and body, both internally and within the wider environment. The style practice during the Apothecary sessions is simple, quiet and rooted in finding a natural balance. It draws in daoist philosophy: ‘By sitting still you can know the whole world’ . We start with exercises in standing, allowing the body and mind to stretch, release and find their natural balance; slowly we move into a quiet sitting (nei gong) encouraging stillness and a deep connection with the world around us.
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