Instructor Lisa Lewak-Brun
Class Dates: 20th & 27th Nov, 11th & 18th Dec 2007
Time: 10:00 – 11.30 am
Price: 15$ per class
Place: 45 – 3B St Anne St, Pointe Claire Village,West Island
Contact: Lisa 514-880-1151
Marianne 514-836-5578

What is Qi Gong?

Qi Gong is a soft & gentle Martial Art, made up of soft & slow traditional Chinese exercises. Its origin is from Traditional Chinese Medicine which has existed for over 5,000 years & is based on Yin & Yang. Qi Gong movements generate Qi/Chi which is vital energy or life force, & which strengthen the body & quietens the mind. Also called the “Fountain of Youth” this technique is a limitless source of peace, good health & vitality; it is an ideal way to keep in shape & protect us from the pressures & stresses of everyday life.

A Qi Gong class includes:

Grounding & Centering
Breathing Exercises
Slow warm up exercises
Qi Gong – soft, slow full body movements
Meditation

Benefits of Qi Gong:

Improves & increases energy
Promotes relaxation
Keeps us in shape
Improves mental concentration, coordination & balance
Restores & maintains good health
Strengthens the body
Reduces Stress
Leads to a more positive & happier mind set.

Equipment:

Relaxing clothing in which one can move freely & a mat