I want to learn qigong

[SirenOfAcreLane]

Hi.
I'd love to learn qigong, and experience qi, but there is no schools near me, and i don't have money for books, so i was wondering if there is any online solutions that teach moves and techniques for free?

[SirenOfAcreLane]

Also, i've been practising Zhan Zhuang, to hopefully correct my posture. Is there any best times to do this exercise, or anything i should do before or after, to maybe increase the benefits?

[anerlich]

http://www.taijiworld.com/Articles/reasons.htm

The author is fairly outspoken and controversial, especially in Australian BJJ circles ;-)

The info looks OK, but I offer no guarantees that it is good or not.

[An jie]

Beware, although there are many informed people that post on these forums, it is very difficult to learn qigong without the help of a good sifu. Since qigong effects your helf in a much more direct manner than that of conventional martial studies, you need to be more careful as to perform the movements correctly. If you are in London, I believe there is a class in the West Kensington area. They teach Wild Goose Qigong and, from what I know, are very knowledgeable and maintaining a high standard. Have a look and let me know what you think. good luck

[SirenOfAcreLane]

Anerlich - Thanks for the link. I remember erle from a few years back when i used to read inside kung fu. He always struck me as a pretty good teacher, and i downloaded the clips of his faijin punches, which were pretty awesome. His standing pole article was just what i was looking for.

An Jie - I believe you are refering to Michael Tse. He is a brilliant teacher, and a true master. But unfortunately, his prices reflect his skill. :(

[An jie]

right you are indeed but you get what you pay for , would nt you agree?

[SirenOfAcreLane]

Oh definately. I'd love to train with Tse. Not only is his Qigong at a high level, but he is also a dab hand at Wing Chun. I wish i had the money to train with him, but i believe he charges in excess of £70 per month, or lesson. I forget which.

Maybe one day...:)

[Cheese Dog]

Siren, Dr. Jwing-ming Yang has several books on Chi Gung. I own several and highly recomend them. A good one to start with is Chi Kung for Health and Martial Arts. I think I got it for about $15, which is cheap for the contents.

[Al S.]

Greetings -

We teach a few simple Qigong and Tai Chi movements on our website. They are fairly basic, easy-to-learn movements that can help get you started.

You can get more information on this page:
The Mind-Body Secrets of Tai Chi and Qigong (http://www.cloudwater.com/taichi.htm)

We also have articles about Tai Chi and Qigong for all levels of practitioners. You can request them through that same page.

The online lessons and the articles are all free.

Best wishes,
- Al

[An jie]

I agree that Dr. Yang Jwing -ming has written many good books and made many good video and I even have some of his books. However, as practitioners of martial and healing arts, I am sure that we all know that books and videos are good resources for things that you have studied in the past but no longer can recall clearly. I would caution you regarding learning qigong/chi kung from a book, because it is very easy to develop qi side effects. With the help of a good instructor, you will not only understand the mechanics behind the movement but also the type of energy that is employed in the midst of the movement. Without the understanding of energy, qigong becomes nothing more than physical movement and the imbalance that comes from all yang and no yin exercise Good luck

[dezhen2001]

SirenOfAcreLane: you are mixing up the private lessons with Tse Sigong instead of the regular classes :) Of course he is travelling around for seminars a lot, but in his abscence his senior students look after the class in Kensington (all very experienced and fully qualified instructors in their own right), if you want more details contact me by pm or email :)

dawood

[Cheese Dog]

Siren, An Jie makes a good point. In the book I mentioned Dr. Yang recomends not attempting any neigong without an instructor. However, he believes that the weigong (which is much simpler) is safer for beginners without a teacher.

Zhan Zhuang is considered to be weigong so it should be safe for you.

[SirenOfAcreLane]

Originally posted by Al S.
Greetings -

We teach a few simple Qigong and Tai Chi movements on our website. They are fairly basic, easy-to-learn movements that can help get you started.

You can get more information on this page:
The Mind-Body Secrets of Tai Chi and Qigong (http://www.cloudwater.com/taichi.htm)

We also have articles about Tai Chi and Qigong for all levels of practitioners. You can request them through that same page.

The online lessons and the articles are all free.

Best wishes,
- Al

Thanks for the link man. Seems like a lot of info at that site, so i am going to check it out at the weekend when i can dedicate the proper time :)

[SirenOfAcreLane]

Originally posted by An jie
I agree that Dr. Yang Jwing -ming has written many good books and made many good video and I even have some of his books. However, as practitioners of martial and healing arts, I am sure that we all know that books and videos are good resources for things that you have studied in the past but no longer can recall clearly. I would caution you regarding learning qigong/chi kung from a book, because it is very easy to develop qi side effects. With the help of a good instructor, you will not only understand the mechanics behind the movement but also the type of energy that is employed in the midst of the movement. Without the understanding of energy, qigong becomes nothing more than physical movement and the imbalance that comes from all yang and no yin exercise Good luck

I guess i'm going to have to find myself a cheaper class, in this case. Is it ok to practise Zhang Zhuang on your own?

[SirenOfAcreLane]

Originally posted by dezhen2001
if you want more details contact me by pm or email :)

dawood

PM sent :)

[An jie]

I think that Ma bu/ Zhan Zhuang/ horse stance can easily be trained alone. Although there are many things to keep in mind while practicing, it seems that correct posture is crucial. When you start make sure not to go down to low, even when your legs are strong enough if your posture is incorrect you will not reap the benefits that you should. So practice with good posture and do not visulalise. good luck

[Al S.]

Originally posted by SirenOfAcreLane


Thanks for the link man. Seems like a lot of info at that site, so i am going to check it out at the weekend when i can dedicate the proper time :)

Siren -

You are welcome. I hope you find the information helpful.

Best wishes,
- Al