Self Cultivation Qi Gong styles
Self Cultivation – Qi Gong
The ultimate art of self cultivation
- A very simple and gentle way to encourage the flow of Qi in the body.
- A combination of movement, meditation, and controlled breathing to regulate the system, cultivate Qi and balance the system.,
- Qi Gong in its essence is self development and is meant to be used as a tool for self preservation and well-being
- There are many forms of Qi Gong which can be broadly divided into three categories
- Medical Qi Gong
- Martial Qi Gong
- Spiritual Qi Gong
Medical Qi Gong
Medical Qi Gong is a specialized form of Qi Gong focused on health, healing, and disease prevention. It combines movement, breath control, and intention to influence the body’s energy system, harmonizing the flow of Qi to promote healing, strengthen the immune system, and improve overall well-being. Medical Qi Gong can be used for treating specific ailments, enhancing recovery from illness, or maintaining health.
Teachers / Systems
Dr Effie Chow – Chow Medical Qi Gong (USA, China)
Master Lee – Founder of Medical Qi Gong Foundation (USA, China)
Dr, Jerry Alan Johnson – Founder Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts (USA)
Fabrice Piche – medical and Shibashi Qi Gong (Canada, China)
Martial Qi Gong
A branch of Qi Gong that focuses on cultivating and refining internal energy (Qi) for martial arts applications. It combines the principles of Qi Gong with the techniques of martial arts to enhance physical performance, improve strength, endurance, speed, and agility, and to develop a deep connection with the body’s energy. This practice is not just about physical prowess, but also about harnessing and controlling the flow of Qi to enhance combat abilities and strengthen the mind-body connection.
Teachers / Systems
Wudang Martial Qi Gong - Wudang mountain, Daoist principles
Shaolin Martial Qi Gong – Shaolin temple – known as the birthplace of martial arts
Zhou Zhi Qian – Master Zhou Zhi Qian – known for cultivating Qi for martial efficiency
Famous Techniques “Iron Shirt Qi Gong” “Flowing Qi Gong”
Sprirtual Qi Gong
A branch of Qi Gong that focuses on cultivating and refining energy (Qi) to enhance spiritual development, inner peace, and a deeper connection to the universe. Unlike the more physically focused forms of Qi Gong, Spiritual Qi Gong emphasizes meditation, mindfulness, and the cultivation of internal energy for personal transformation, spiritual awakening, and self-realization.
Teachers / Systems
- Master Mantak Chia (Thailand)– Taoist Qi Gong, founder Universal Healing Tao
- Master Zhongzian Wu (China/USA) descendant of an ancient Taoist lineage
- Master Yu Hai (China) – Zhao Yi Qi Gong, a Taoist meditation and Qi Gong system
Other noteable Qi Gong Teachers / Systems
- Mimi Kuo Deemer – Taoist Qi Gong and Dao Yin
- Dao Yin movements are fluid and gentle, often aimed at stimulating specific meridians, organs, and energy pathways to improve overall health.
- Daisy Lee – Founder of Radiant Lotus Qi Gong
- A form of medical Qi Gong designed to support womens health, the teachings are beginner friendly
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