I will be uploading some more posts soon and will find another place to post my class schedule. If you have found your way to my blog, scroll down for content regarding the sinew channels. In addition to acupuncture and manual therapy, qigong and other movement systems are the primary way I work with the sinew channels, and this is why I have my class schedule up on my blog.
Class Schedule for June
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Friday
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Eight Pieces of Brocade
9:30-10:15am est
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Eight Pieces of Brocade
9:30-10:15am est
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Eight Pieces of Brocade
9:30-10:15am est
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Taiji Ball
10:00-10:30 am est
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Core Strengthening for Qigong
10:30-11:15 am est
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Five Animal Sports
10:30-11:15am est
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Five Animal Sports Practice
10:30-11:30 am est
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Medical Qigong for Acupuncturists
12:00-1:00pm est
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Low Back & Hip
2:00-3:00pm est
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Neck & Shoulder
2:00-3:00pm est
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Classes may be added for June.
Check back and refresh the page to see updated schedule
Class Fee $20/class or
$50/month unlimited classes
Medical Qigong for Acupuncturists $30 per class
(includes unlimited classes)
Class Descriptions
Eight Pieces of Brocade: This sequence includes 8 moves, each working on a
specific organ system. This form is easy to do (but there can be a lot of
nuance), does not require difficult stepping or shifting of weight and can even
be done seated. This form is very accessible, but has much to offer for all. It
can be very meditative and calming, as there is some repetition and less
difficulty in terms of learning the moves.
Five Animal Sports: This sequence includes 5 moves that are part of each
"Animal" (25 moves total). Chinese physiology has many
correspondences, and each Animal represents and organ that is being worked on.
This form is a bit more difficult, but can still be modified for individual
health challenges. It does involve stepping and shifting, but it can be
modified to be seated if necessary. This form is very dynamic and a lot of fun!
Core Strengthening for Qigong: Effective qigong practice requires physical strength,
especially in key regions. This class will focus on core strengthening, the
neck and shoulder muscles, the arches of the feet, and the legs, hip and
gluteal muscles — all regions that can become weak and lead to poor posture, a
compressed spine and poor circulation in the internal organs.
Recommended: Some exercises will be done lying down or seated, an
exercise mat and folding chair (or other chair or stool) is suggested.
Taiji Ball: Involves various Qigong patterns using one
larger or two individual handheld balls to improve the connection of the spine
to the arm movement. These patterns can then be applied to taiji, five animal
sports, eight pieces of brocade, and other forms.
Medical Qigong for Acupuncturists: This class will allow
an opportunity to explore concepts much more in depth regarding how the
movements massage/mobilize certain acupuncture points and regions, engage the
channel sinews (jingjin), and massage/mobilize the internal organs (zangfu). The
class will feature multiple qigong sets such as the eight pieces of brocade and
five animal sports. There will be opportunity to improve your own health and
learn effective strategies for working with patients.
Low Back & Hip: This
class focuses on low back and hip health and is excellent for those with low
back and hip conditions. The class features various qigong and corrective
exercises which increase flexibility, strengthen important structures for low
back and hip stability, balance the pelvic alignment, and strengthen the
core. This class is good for both prevention and for general
conditions, but for more severe pain, the telemedicine sessions might be
indicated.
Recommended: Loose fitting clothing, mat, folding chair (or other
chair or stool)
Shoulder & Neck: This class focuses on the
shoulder and neck region and is excellent for those with neck and shoulder
conditions, headaches, and jaw tension. The class features various qigong and
corrective exercises which increase flexibility, strengthen important
structures for neck and shoulder stability, balance the neck, shoulder and head
alignment, and strengthen the core. This class is good for both
prevention and for general conditions, but for more severe pain, the telemedicine
sessions might be indicated.
Recommended: Loose fitting clothing, mat, folding chair (or other
chair or stool)
Knee, Ankle & Foot: This class focuses on the knee, ankle and
foot region and is excellent for those with conditions of these regions. The class
features various qigong and corrective exercises which increase flexibility,
strengthen important structures for knee, ankle and foot stability, and balance
the pelvis, knee and foot alignment. This class is good for both
prevention and for general conditions, but for more severe pain, the
telemedicine sessions might be indicated.
Recommended: Loose fitting clothing, mat, folding chair (or other
chair or stool)
