Qi Gong for Winter ~ 4 Week Live Online Class Series with Kirsten

Winter is a time of rest and rejuvenation of our mind, body, and spirit. Just like the earth goes quiet to make way for the growth of spring, our own beings need time to accumulate and balance the ebb and flow of our own vital energy.

Qi Gong can be translated as Qi, vital energy, and Gong, skill cultivated through steady practice. It has roots in traditional Chinese Medicine, philosophy, and martial arts. Through coordinated body movements, breathing, and mediations related to nature and our own biology, Qi Gong has been known to improve all layers of health and wellbeing.

5 Elements Qi Gong is the practice of embracing our relationship to the earth and universe while finding balance for our own biological systems through movement flow series, pressure points on the body, and breath work.In this 4 week course we will focus on movement flows and energy lines in the body (meridians) that assist in boosting the functionality and efficiency of our kidneys and bladder, exploring ways to harness the power of the element of water, and draw inspiration from movements of the bear.  

The approach of this class focuses on traditional Chinese Medicine practices and philosophies that come from ancient eastern philosophies and scientific discoveries based on the Holden and Ta Mo lineages.  Kirsten will give opportunities for 5 Elements learning, integration of practices, inquiry, and exploration of personal practice.

Classes will include methodical Qi Gong movement series along with meditative practices and short informational discussions. 
All Levels Welcome!

How can live online classes be more supportive then free recorded content when learning Qi Gong?

• An opportunity to ask questions during the series and beyond
• Accountability to ensure maximum benefits of practice
• Shared Authentic Experiences
• Community Building
• An opportunity to create a personal practice for your wellbeing needs
• In the moment explanations and movement guidance
• Ongoing technical support and assistance

​What are the benefits of Qi Gong?

• increase muscular stability
• boosts immune system
• improves flexibility and range of motion
• reduces symptoms of depression
• relieves stress
• lessens chronic fatigue
• improves physical balance
• assists in emotional regulation
• enhances focus and memory
• increases quality of life and life expectancy

This class is for you, if...

• ​you are curious about learning a new practice
  
• you want to improve your immune system response
  
• you feel like improving your physical, emotional, spiritual balance might be helpful
  
• you are ready to learn about the 5 Elements connection
  
• you want to find your rhythm with nature and the seasons
  
• you want to be more present during your day
  
• you have moderate to high blood pressure
  
• you are ready for an energy boost
  
• you suffer from chronic fatigue, high anxiety, or symptoms of depression
  
• you are ready to do something besides yoga
  
• quality of life and longevity interest you​

About Kirsten

MA, TCTSY-F, E-RYT, RCYT, Mind/Body Practitioner
SEP Student Cohort, IAYT Candidate, Qi-Gong Certificate Student, R-DMT Candidate, PhD Student Psychology/Somatic Therapy, Meridian University
Kirsten is the Founder and Executive Director of Legacy Motion, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organisation committed to sustaining the ongoing preservation and documentation of endangered ancient dance forms, as well as promoting resiliency, empowerment, trauma resolution, psychosocial coexistence, community and peace building through restorative, movement based practices. Through interrelated projects Legacy Motion dedicates itself to evaluating, creating and implementing high quality sustainable programs based on experience and collaborations in the field. 

Her professional dance career spans over 10 years during which she performed with such companies as The San Francisco Ballet, David Dorfman and Heidelberg Ballet.  She has held positions at The Library of Congress, Dance Heritage Coalition, and various adjunct professorships at American University Cairo, University of Oregon, University of Hawaii and many more.  

After much physical trauma sustained in a car accident, she has found sanctuary in her yoga practice and teaching.  She is a certified Hot Yoga and 200YTT yoga instructor with thousands of hours teaching moving bodies.  Kirsten’s training comes from a broad background including Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Nidra, Alexander Technique, LabanNotation, Dance Therapy, TCTSY, and Mind/Body Therapy. 

She is also the Founder of Healing Motion, a place where you can discover your innate wisdom, restore your embodied strength, and transcend to holistic wellbeing through private sessions, community events, and free offerings.

www.legacymotion.org / www.healing-motion.org

Dates & prices

Starts January 25, 2022
Tuesdays 18:00-19:00
January 25, Feb 1, 8, & 15, 2022
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Included in this course:

• 1h live online class per week, PLUS recordings, so you can also do them either again or on replay, with life long access
• Ancient Qi Gong Practices
• Breathing exercises
• Space for integration of the mind/body/spirit connection
• Invitational Language
• Learning discussion
• Guided mindfulness
• Access to the Healing Motion Community and special discounts on other online community classes and private sessions with Kirsten.
• 6 Free Yoga class recordings that correspond with the seasons of the year
• Personal support by email throughout the course
• Additional free resources, videos, articles, and practices you can explore on your own for strength building, flexibility, breath regulation and mindful awareness to support your winter practice 

PLUS:
Practices for self-exploration, self-restoration, and discovering your currently present wholeness.
 
Investment:
35€ (40$) for all 4 weeks
Lifetime access to recordings 
*Note that 25% supports Legacy Motion’s programs with individuals and communities impacted by trauma worldwide.