Eight Pieces of Brocade as taught to me by Sifu Edward Jardine.
Shaolin Qigong (eighteen lohan) studied at Choy Lee Fut Kung Fu School and with Sifu Damir Tenodi.
Wudang Qigong studied with Master Sun and taiji/qigong exercises.
Pa Kua exercises as taught to me by Sifu Edward Jardine.
The aim is to strengthen internal organs, unblock energy meridians (pathways) and to facilitate the flow of vital fluids through the body, by relaxing, attention to posture, releasing, alignment, balance and co-ordination.
The practice of specific exercises which lead to an accumulation of chi in the dantian (centre of the body approximately one and a quarter inches below the navel) which with practice can be directed to heal and solidify bones and nourish the internal organs.
Calm and relaxed breathing with movement, meditation and visualization all help to establish a strong constitution, physical, mental and emotional well being.
Opening and closing of joints and gates allows energy to gather and for the body to heal.
The practice of qigong can also lead to a practical understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese history, and religious beliefs.
