What is Qigong?

Qigong is a profound and life changing practice leading to greater wellbeing, intuitive awareness, peace of mind and emotional freedom. This  ancient Chinese discipline has been practised in China for thousands of years and incorporates elements of Chinese Medicine, Martial arts, Tai Chi and meditation. The practice is a comprehensive approach to health and longevity, that combines exercises, postures, breathing techniques, intention and meditation to assist the flow of energy through the body and enhance wellbeing and vitality. Qigong practice helps us to connect more deeply with our innate essence and feel an inter-connectedness and oneness with nature - reminding us of who we truly are. Qigong is the exchange between our Qi and the Qi of nature to bring balance to body, mind and Spirit.

'Qi'

“Qi’, pronounced chi, is life force or energy, “Gong’’ is to cultivate or work – through the practise of qigong we cultivate our life force energy in the body.
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Qigong practice helps to strengthen and purify our Qi and skillfully manage our energy levels on a daily basis.
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Good health depends on a proper balance and distribution of Qi through the body.
Where intention goes Qi flows.
​Qi is the fabric of the universe.

Holistic Wellbeing

​Qigong stimulates and restores our own body's self regulating system. Practicing Qigong regularly helps us to achieve optimal health and puts the responsibility for our wellbeing back into our own hands. As we empty our mind of clutter and our body of tension, we return to our natural state of peace.
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The Benefits

​Extensive scientific research validates the medical benefits of Qigong in the treatment of a wide range of diseases. The practice is now being successfully incorporated into cancer recovery programs and other health initiatives in the west.
Qigong greatly assists to restore emotional wellbeing and peace of mind, leading to enhanced clarity, self esteem &  confidence.
As we return to a state of emptiness we access deep healing potential, restore body balance & tap into our innate, intuitive awareness.

Details

Qigong at Bayview
Thursdays / 6 weeks
10:00am - 11:10am / $120 / Bayview 
Bookings:  Contact Fiona
Qigong by the Lake 
9:30 am - 10:45 am  /  8 weeks
Bilarong Reserve, Narrabeen Lake
Bookings: Northern Beaches
Community College click here

In these classes...

Learn easy, energy gathering exercises, meditations and self-healing techniques
Cleanse, purify & build your qi.
Understand the flow of qi 
Tap into your healing abilities
Reduce stress for greater physical, mental & emotional wellbeing
Improve immune function & metabolism
Open to a more positive outlook on life 

Private Classes 

Private Qigong sessions are also available online or at the Bayview Studio.

Individual Session:   /   60 mins   /   $90
Private Group Class:   /   75 mins   /   
​(price varies according to class size)​

Contact Fiona 0410 158 098

"Fiona's energy is just amazing, each Qigong class is really as transformative and uplifting as receiving a spiritual healing."
Shola, Central Coast

Why Meditate?

Meditation is one of the best stress management tools you can have in your ‘kit-bag’! It has been practiced in the east for 1,000's of years and is becoming increasingly popular in the west. There are over ten thousand scientific studies validating the profound, positive effects this practice has on our holistic wellbeing. Research show meditation improves anxiety, depression and insomnia, as well as promoting deep relaxation and peace. One type of meditation being embraced is mindfulness. This training of the mind brings about greater acceptance, non-judgement, clarity and present moment awareness - reducing stress and enhancing brain function and productivity.
​I invite you to try meditation and experience it's amazing benefits for yourself. 

Meditation in Qigong

Meditation is an important component of Qigong practice. The use of intention, specific breathing techniques and mindfulness assist to enhance our 'Qi' flow and calm our mind and emotions.

Try this short meditation

The Intuitive Mind

“The Intuitive mind is a sacred gift & the rational  mind is a faithful servant.
​We have created a society that honours the servant & has forgotten the gift.”   
​Albert Einstein

Who is meditating?

CEO's of major Global Organisations recognise mindfulness as an important business skill.
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The US marines and armies worldwide are using mindfulness techniques to support war veterans with post traumatic stress disorder and to build resilience.
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Mindfulness programs are being introduced into schools Australia-wide to help students cope with stress and support emotional development.
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Actors, scientists, Olympians, religious group and anyone seeking to enhance their quality of life, are turning to  meditation and mindfulness as powerful life skills .

What is the Science Saying?

The brain has neuroplasticity - the ability to grow and change. 
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"Practising mindfulness meditation for 12 minutes a day improved attention and memory." University of Miami research. 
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​Research has found that mindfulness...
Increases the grey matter in the brain assisting in greater cognitive flexibility, planning abilities, problem solving and emotional regulation.
Increases in the cortical thickness of the hippocampus correlate with improved learning & memory.
Decreased amygdala size indicates a reduction in the stress response lessening fears and  anxious feelings.  

The Mindful Revolution

​Latest research in Neuroscience shows that through meditation the brain can change, grow and be rewired in beneficial ways,
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"Just as a muscle can be strengthened through exercise - mindfulness is a skill that can be developed through practise for as little as 5 minutes a day to see the benefits". Smiling Minds.
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The world needs mindfulness more than ever in this fast paced, stressed & distracted world.
​Reference Dr Craig Hassed,
Monash University
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"The goal of meditation is not to control your thoughts, It's to stop letting them control you.

Meet Fiona

My Qigong Story

​"I began practising Qigong 20 years ago and found it's benefits invaluable in my recovery from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I was amazed at how it assisted me to manage my energy skillfully on a daily basis. 
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​So inspired by Qigong, I went on to study for 10 years with Masters Zhao Shihua and Robert Peng in Tiandi Qigong and also with Master Lee Jun Feng in Sheng Zhen Qigong.
I am passionate about sharing the practice of Qigong to assist others to restore optimal health and balance in their lives and find inner peace." 

'Qigong is the exchange between the our Qi and the Qi of nature, to bring balance to body, mind and Spirit. '
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Master Lee Jun feng