Ancient Wisdom for The New You: "Rise and Shine" Qi Gong in the Jackson Park

Monday, July 25, 2011

"Rise and Shine" Qi Gong in the Jackson Park

Just a heads up that on Saturday (7-30-11) I will be hosting a Qi Gong "Rise and Shine" session in the Jackson park at 6:30am. It will last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour depending on how much fun we're having. :) Qi Gong exercises help open the body's vital energy flow and they relax the mind while revitalizing the body. They are meditative movements that focus on breathing and mental concentration. You won't need to wear any special clothes just dress in layers as it will still probably be a bit brisk at this time of the morning. :) I will accept donations, but there is no obligation to pay anything for this "Rise and Shine" session. This is just about starting your weekend off right. :) I hope to see you there and please tell everyone you know who would be interested in trying this. :)

2 comments:

Andrea said...: I'm going to be there and my mom might come but she lives in Murphys..; July 26, 2011 at 1:59 PM
Andrew Plitt said...: Awesome! I look forward to seeing you, and possibly your mom, there! :); July 26, 2011 at 3:19 PM

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Tai Chi Compass Wall Hanging

Traditionally cardinal directions are used to teach Tai Chi forms. It helps students understand which way to turn when moving from one movement to the next. Most forms start "facing south". Although, it is not important to face actual south, hanging this piece on a wall in your training area will help orient you. Always start your form facing this piece. If you step to the left, you have stepped East. If you then step forward, you have stepped South. If you turn right, you have turned toward the West. That is the footwork for the beginning of the Yang Style 103 Form. Using the cardinal directions makes instructions easier to follow, which makes this piece ideal for practicing Tai Chi or learning Tai Chi via distance-learning technology.