Qi is pronounced “chee” and means energy. This class is based on qigong and other martial arts to give you a low-impact workout while prioritizing mindfulness and nervous system calming. You can keep each move slow for a more relaxed session, or speed them up/add intensity for more conditioning, so it’s great for any fitness level. Whatever level you participate at, you will improve functional strength, balance, posture, flexibility, mobility, joint health, and mood (to name a few). 😊

Here’s what you can expect in each 50 minute class:

 1. Warm-up: Grounding qigong-based moves to calm the nervous system while waking up circulation and cultivating energy

2.  Conditioning: Simplified moves drawn from disciplines like tai chi, taekwondo, qigong, and capoeira. Each move (such as arm swings, lunges, punches, or gentle kicks) is done at your choice of speed and intensity for about 45 seconds.

3.  Core & Strength: Focused qigong-based strength exercises

4.  Cool-down: Gentle closing movements and stretching with breath integration to support relaxation