Qi Gong
Qi Gong classes are currently integrated into our Tai Chi and Kung Fu programs, and we teach Qi Gong routines as part of these disciplines.
Tai Chi/Qigong "Bigger Group" Schedule: Monday at 11:00am "60min class", Wednesday at 11:00am "90min class", Wednesday at 1:00pm "90min class" and Saturday 11:00am "90min class" (4 times a week)
Address: at Henry Mayo Fitness & Health Center - 24525 Town Center Dr., Valencia, CA 91355
Please note that you'll need to become a member of "HM Fitness Center" in order to join the group classes, which typically consist of 15 to 30 participants. The classes can be quite packed, but they provide a great sense of camaraderie.
Tai Chi/Qigong "Mini Group" Schedule: Thursday at 7:00pm "60min class" and Saturday 8:00am "60min class" (2 times a week)
Please note that you Don't need to become a member of "Ekata Training Center" in order to join the mini group classes, which typically consist of 3 to 10 participants.
Address: at Ekata Training Center - 27831 Smyth Dr., Valencia, CA 91355
Qi Gong is a set of exercises based on focused breathing techniques. According to archaeological research, Qi Gong has been in existence for about 7,000 years. In the past 5,000 years, it has evolved into a highly sophisticated system for health development.
When practiced correctly, Qi Gong is good for everything, and everyone. These exercises are very accessible for people of all ages and physical abilities. Qi Gong takes all different forms, ranging from mild to intense.
Qi Gong improves your ability to control your breathing, as well as your body's efficient use of oxygen.
In Kung Fu, the whole training process is based on breathing. Qi Gong can be called the heart of Chinese Kung Fu.
To make the most of Qi Gong, you need to be aware of the main point. When the exercise involves movement, you must focus on connecting your breathing with your movement. This allows your mind, body, and spirit to work in unison. When a Qi Gong exercise is static, we must breath fully, and with purpose.
Make every breath count. You can spend a lifetime improving and refining these techniques. You can spend a lifetime reaping the benefits of this work.
You may find one of our Qi Gong books here:
Amazon: Famous Chinese Qi Gong - The Ba Duan Jin Complex
Apple: Apple Book Store.
A few Educational Qi Gong Videos to start with:
1. The "Ba Duan Jin" Qi Gong complex. 8 piece brocade. Beginner level
2. The "Ba Duan Jin" Qi Gong complex. 8 piece brocade. Advanced level
3. The "Ba Duan Jin" Qi Gong complex. 8 piece brocade. Professional level
More videos will take some time to create, but we have a plans to do so :)