Qi Gong
Begin a physical and mental transformation journey with Gideon le Roux's Qi Gong classes. This ancient Chinese practice combines physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused intention. It is a fundamental part of traditional wellness routines and is renowned for promoting vitality and serenity.
What is Qi Gong?
Qi Gong is a comprehensive practice that involves coordinated body movements, postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. It promotes health, spirituality, and martial arts training. Deriving from traditional Chinese medicine, Qi Gong is often viewed as a practice that cultivates and balances the body's energy, which is known as 'qi'.
Rooted in ancient Chinese culture over 4,000 years ago, Qi Gong practices can be categorised as martial, medical, or spiritual. Despite the differences, all styles share three core elements: posture (whether moving or stationary), breathing techniques, and mental focus.
What does a Qi Gong session look like?
Each session with Gideon is a tranquil and refreshing experience designed to enhance your health and well-being. Classes typically last one hour and can be conducted outdoors when weather permits, adding an element of harmony with nature to the practice.
The morning classes start at 6.45 am, and the evening classes start at 5.15 pm, allowing you to find a perfect time to integrate Qi Gong into your daily routine.
A typical Qi Gong class involves:
Warm-up: Gentle stretches to loosen muscles and joints.
Primary Practice: Slow, graceful movements synchronised with breathing techniques. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring your body is in constant motion.
Cool-down: Breathing exercises and meditation to end the session, promoting mental clarity and calmness.
The movements are deliberate and carried out with specific attention to intention and posture. Gideon strongly emphasises regulated breathing to foster a calm mind and a harmonised cardiovascular system.
What are the benefits of Qi Gong?
Practicing Qi Gong offers a wide range of physical and mental benefits:
- Enhanced Stability and Flexibility: Regular practice improves muscle elasticity and joint health, reducing the risk of falls, especially among the elderly.
- Increased Strength and Vitality: Helps strengthen bones and muscles through gentle and impactful movements.
- Improved Mental Health: Promotes relaxation and stress reduction, enhancing overall emotional balance.
- Cardiovascular Health: The calming nature of Qi Gong helps to harmonise cardiovascular circulation.
- Community and Connection: Practicing in a group, especially in scenic outdoor settings, fosters a sense of community and connection with others.
Join Us
Whether you are looking to strengthen your body, calm your mind, or simply enjoy the beauty of the group moving in harmony, Gideon's Qi Gong classes offer a welcoming space to explore the benefits of this ancient practice.
With 20 years of experience, a manual on Yang Style Tai Qi, and a passion for teaching, Gideon ensures that each patient gains the most from their practice.
Classes are held twice daily, and participants are encouraged to wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water.
Get in touch today to book your consultation and take the first step towards a more comfortable and fulfilling life.
During the initial consultation, the patient's comprehensive medical history and current medical condition will be evaluated to result in a diagnosis. A treatment plan and strategy will then be discussed and planned. The initial consultation includes a treatment and generally takes about an hour.