CHI MOVEMENT
ABOUT CHI MOVEMENT
The slow and gentle movement patterns of Chi Kung and Tai Chi combine with correct intent, natural breathing and coordinated posture for the purpose of smoothing and circulating the flow of chi (energy or life force) throughout our bodies. This smooth flow of chi, in turn, supports our body’s natural homeostatic power that keeps our organs and entire life functioning harmoniously.
WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHI MOVEMENT?
As a consequence of regular practice, we tend to feel lighter and happier, and we begin to resolve our pain, hypertension, fatigue and postural issues. We also experience better balance, stronger immunity and an expanded awareness. With enhanced awareness and stable energy flow, our minds become more sensitive, at ease and innovative. We are less anxious and we sleep more deeply. Essentially, our life flows more simply, creatively and harmoniously.
HOW CAN CHI MOVEMENT INFORM MY LIFE?
At a deeper level, these practices facilitate an expanding awareness of our living relationship with nature. We become aware of how the natural energies gather and circulate through our being, and how we can live in harmony with the wider environment. This, in turn, opens us to the ease, creativity, wisdom and compassion that are innate to our essential being.
WHO CAN PRACTICE CHI MOVEMENT?
There are Chi Kung movements for all ages and conditions. All that is required is a willingness to learn and sincerely practice.
WHAT PRACTICES DO YOU TEACH?
Barbara offers the Eight Treasures Chi Kung, Crane Chi Kung, Harmony Style Tai Chi and Tai Chi Straight Sword. The integrity of these practices have been purely maintained by the Ni family through the Integral Way Tradition. Barbara is a certified senior teacher of these movement practices and mentor of the Tradition.
Barbara is also a certified meditation teacher with the International Taoist Meditation Institute and offers group and individual meditation sessions. She facilitates a free women’s meditation gathering known as the Sisters of the Integral Way. She feels it a pleasure and an honour to offer these services to you.
To find out more or register for the groups and sessions, please email Barbara at: