Dragon Ball (aka “Qi Ball Exercise”)
This is an extended variation Joe created from The Dragon Ball (8th move in the 8 Trigrams). It’s meditation in motion, this form really takes focus and concentration. Dragon Ball […]
Rabbit (from 8 trigrams)
This is a special variation Joe created for extra purging. Organs: massages and purges the intestines for better digestion and elimination. Technique: Imitating the rabbit cleaning its fur, we prick […]
Butterfly
Learn the Form with Joe Watch Two Butterflies Dance into a Kiss 1. The Mechanics of the Movement The butterfly posture in Tai Chi and Qigong begins with the wrists […]
Eagle – A Powerful Qigong Form
Eagle Rising with Joe and Melissa: Organs: focus balance strength and vision, full body, works shoulder, letting go and releasing Benefits: For its resemblance to the powerful motions of an […]
Victory Pose
This remarkably simple move gets the good qi flowing, and has been done for thousands of years in every culture whenever we feel like we’re winning (a marathon, etc.). It’s […]
Arm Swing Routine – the triple arm swing
Perfect for when you’ve been working too hard on your computer or spent too much time on your phone. Let’s clear out that stagnant Chi! 1. The Mechanics of […]
Spinal Energy Boost
Tap Earth’s energy and send it through your spine! This is even better outside on the earth or grass barefoot. Favorite
Dantians – how to store energy in lower dantian
Dantians are energy centers in the body. Qigong recognizes three primary vortexes of energy. Lower Dantian: 2 inches below the navel and several inches inside the body. Middle Dantian: the […]
Bear on Mountain in Qigong
“Bear on the Mountain” Postures in Qigong Contextual Symbolism: Adding “on the mountain” evokes a deeper layer of meaning. The mountain represents stability, elevation, and a higher perspective. Combining the […]
Swimming Dragon
This form known as the Qigong of longevity is a deep twist of the spine, aiding the water element and installing the diamond mudra (represents water). Using the opposing forces […]