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Wu Ming Qigong: A 7 Week Training with Dr. Nan Lu

Dr. Nan Lu

September 3, 2024

Wu Ming Qigong: A 7 Week Virtual Course with Dr. Nan Lu, OMD via Shift Network. Begins Tuesday, September 3, 2024, PST 9AM (12PM EDT). Join Master Lu for a 7-week deep dive into Wu Ming Qigong, a Traditional Chinese Medicine practice focused on the cultivation of personal Qi (your life force) through refined movements and meditative exercises, culminating in the full-length Wu Ming Qigong form, “The Dragon Flows Between Heaven and Earth.” Improve the function of your liver and other organs, as well as your memory, balance, and inner peace by adding new and refined Qigong movements to your practice, culminating in a full-length Wu Ming Qigong form. A dedicated Qigong practice is the most powerful tool there is for mastering the life force energy needed for a life of balance, peace, radiant health, and joy. Qigong is your pathway to personal freedom and transformation of the mind, spirit, and body, including the all-important immune and digestive systems.

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Days of Deepening: ​An Autumn Equinox Workshop Online

Vicki Dello Joio

September 21, 2024

Join the “Days of Deepening” workshop to align with your core and prepare for the season ahead. Through intentional movement and energy work, you'll re-center from overwhelming emotions, release stress or grief, and rediscover inner stability. This workshop will help you process emotions, draw on your inner strength, and embrace new beginnings. Whether you're new to Qigong or experienced, this is your chance to breathe, move, and renew your passion, presence, and power.

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Fall Equinox Daoist Zoom Ceremony

Zhongxian Wu

September 22, 2024

Lets practice together and harness the power of the Rooster and the Guan hexagram on this Earth Ox Day of the Metal Rooster Month! This class is open to everyone! Class will be recorded and available to watch for up to one week after the event.

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NQA Annual Conference in Savannah, Georgia

September 24, 2024

The NQA is proud to announce that we will host the next in-person conference in the captivating city of Savannah, Georgia! From September 24-26 (Tuesday - Thursday), expect to experience the joy of reconnection as we gather once again in person amidst Savannah's historic charm and thriving qigong community. With our theme 'Return To The Flow,' prepare to delve into over 15 expert-led sessions featuring some of the most prominent figures in the world of qigong. Come rejuvenate and reconnect at this unmissable event!

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Fall Taiwan Tour

Solala Towler

October 14, 2024

We will be doing qigong each morning and group meditation each evening....in between we will be visiting Daoist and Buddhist temples, eating delicious meals, and visiting some very magical teahouses, including one where the floor is pond with fish swimming in it! and also take a hike thru the forest outside of Taipei where we will be served gong fu tea by a local tea master. We will also be visiting Sun Moon Lake, a famous scenic area. We will also visit a world famous art museum. Taiwan is a democratic country and is very relaxed and easy to get around. For a day to day itinerary, along with videos of each place we will visit go to my website at www.abodetao.com.

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Tiger Talisman Qigong

Zhongxian Wu

October 19, 2024

Learning how to draw the Tiger Talisman and the applications of the Talisman.

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Master of Medical Clinical Qigong Certification Program

Ted Cibik

November 2, 2024

Are you a clinician looking to deepen your practice of energy medicine? The Master of Medical QiGong certification takes your knowledge of purgation, tonification, and regulation, as well as diagnostics, to new heights in a clinical setting. Our program covers advanced topics such as Taoist alchemy, anatomy, and physiology of the seven meridian systems, while introducing energetic systems not covered in acupuncture schools. You’ll gain skills to treat spiritual disorders, psychological energetics, and even cancer with Clinical Qigong Therapy. Graduates must complete program requirements and pass tests to receive their diploma.

In the second year, we focus on the Luo, Extraordinary, and Divergent channels, exploring how each can be used for treating mental and physical conditions. Students refine their energetic sensitivity, allowing them to work with herbs, plants, oils, and food based on their energetic properties. We incorporate psychology and somatic movement, bringing together healing traditions for a holistic approach.

Our curriculum emphasizes clinic time, self-cultivation, and practical skills, including case studies. You’ll explore food energetics, herbs, and essential oils in patient care, and learn to interpret Western Medicine blood panels for energetic insights. This includes tests for digestive health, hormones, thyroid, and disease markers, providing tools to optimize health as one ages.

Classes are kept small for personalized learning, and attendance is mandatory. Private make-up sessions with Dr. Cibik are available for missed classes at an additional cost. Certification is awarded upon completing all training, exams, case studies, and financial obligations.

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Shamanism from a Taoist Point of View

Ted Cibik

November 16, 2024

Experience Shamanism from a Taoist Perspective: A Journey into Nature’s SpiritDo you Love Nature?Do you love animals?Do you find peace walking in the woods, meadows, and mountains?Are you captivated by birds and wildlife of all kinds?Do you love the sound of rapids in the water and waterfalls?Imagine deepening your connection to all of the above—experiencing a profound spiritual bond with the natural world.In our upcoming workshop, “Shamanism from a Taoist Point of View,” you’ll discover how to connect to the energies and soul of Nature. Learn to tap into the energetic vibrations that flow through the earth, animals, and the wilderness around you. Whether you’re a seasoned nature lover or someone seeking a deeper connection, this workshop offers a transformative experience, blending the ancient wisdom of Taoism with the spiritual practices of Shamanism.Rediscover inner joy by regenerating your sense of gratitude and connection to the world around you. Join us on this journey to awaken your senses, elevate your spirit, and forge a meaningful relationship with the natural world.

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Qigong Healing Workshop

Richard Clear

November 22, 2024

In this intensive, 3 Day workshop, students access and practice a powerful, direct energy healing method known as Fa Kung. This is a "no-touch" method of healing directly with Qi. We cover all aspects of the training, including Qigong for the Healers and for the ongoing self-care of our "patients." Sigung Richard Clear has taught this program twice a year for nearly 30 years. This course is appropriate for complete novices and advanced Qigong practitioners alike. In the course of 3 Days, students learn how to sense, interpret, and balance the Qi of others to produce direct healing effects.

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Medical Qigong Therapist: Certification

Ted Cibik

March 1, 2025

Our Medical / Clinical Qigong Therapist certification program is designed to empower you to make a difference in people’s lives. Whether you’re looking to open a clinic or offer holistic therapy sessions, our program has everything you need to succeed. Led by Dr. Cibik, a Dr. of Chinese Medicine and Dr. of Medical QiGong, our program provides a unique blend of Eastern and Western medicine. Dr. Cibik is a Traditional Naturopath who uses nutrition, exercise, and meditation in actively treating patients. He has been known for healing even the most difficult of cases and is the go-to doctor for anyone in the energetic field of medicine that gets ill themselves. He has been certifying Medical Qigong Therapists since 2000, while running an active qigong clinic. Our program is designed to provide you with an immersive experience that’s both engaging and modern. You will be taught how to blend Western medicine tests with energetic understanding to create a holistic treatment protocol. Emergency Energetic response will also be introduced; called Wei Kei in Chinese Medicine for when the health care system is not optimal or available. At Inner Strength, we understand that you want to be well-rounded and work with the latest technology and science. We introduce the topics of our Energetic Blood Work course and Energetic Exercise Science course into the Medical QiGong Therapist certification training – to provide you with a comprehensive basis of both Western medicine and energy medicine. Our program is in person, in Western PA, with 4 quarterly sessions during the year. We have small classes to provide personal attention. We offer accommodations onsite at as additional fee at CHI house, with private bedrooms, and a full kitchen for everyone's use. Western PA is a low cost area to visit, dine in and stay in.

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