Qigong Uxbridge
Qigong (chee-gong) may be new to you but it is a system of ancient Chinese arts, exercise and healing practices that have been in use for over 5000 years. The practices are based on ancient Chinese philosophy and promote mental and physical health, vitality and well-being. The practices of Qigong form the early roots of Chinese medicine and remain the basis of traditional Chinese
healing together with acupuncture, acupressure and herbal medicine. There are now many millions of people practicing Qigong in China and growing numbers throughout the world who achieve general health, relieve stress, enhance the immune system, grow in spirituality and develop inner joy and happiness. Qigong like is more well known at least in the Western world related practice of Tai Chi is gentle physical activity and some form of moving or static mediation. There is a growing body of research that supports the practice of Qigong as excellent for the health and wellness of a wide range of people of many ages and of varied health conditions. Qigong and even more so Tai Chi can be associated with a complex set of forms but the basic elements of Qigong are simple to learn and easy to practice. Qigong has several major components that are included in all the variations that have developed over the 5000 years of its existence. This variation in development can be compared to the many ways that the piano is played since the development of that musical instrument. At Vitality Yoga and Lifestyle Boutique, we practice a number of forms such as 6 healing sounds, Yi Chin Ching, 5 animal frolics, eight brocades, however we also do meditation, simple qigong exercises and practice various self healing methods. The basic components of any form of Qigong are:
• Natural body posture for balance and concentration
• Breath regulation practice for relaxation and self awareness
• Use of focused attention and intention
• Dynamic movement to stimulate energy flows and body flexibility
• Mediation for purposeful relaxation
• Self-administered massage to generate natural healing
• We encourage you to come to the Vitality Yoga Studio Qigong classes to experience Qigong for better vitality and health. You will enjoy the experience and be amazed at the positive results. Qigong classes run on Mondays from 7:00-8:00 pm, Wednesdays at 10:30-11:30am and Saturdays from 8:30-9:15am. Leland (Lee) Davies- Certified Qigong Instructor, Ed. D
Lee has a very diverse work and experience background. He has practiced Qigong, Tai Chi and related activities for over 6 years. He strongly supports the Chinese philosophy and approach to healthy living and is a certified instructor of Qigong. He is also an educator with a doctoral degree in adult education from the University of Toronto. He is a certified human resource professional who is the President of the Durham chapter of the Human Resource Professional Association. He has been a senior leader in healthcare and developmental service organizations. Lee retired from an executive position at Kerry’s Place Autism Services and is now working with Wellness Consulting Services. He is also an environmentalist and has been the President of the Ecovillage Network of the Americas and the Ecovillage Network of Canada. He lives on a family ecovillage in Uxbridge and loves time spent with children and grandchildren. He enjoys walking, gardening, playing tennis and reading.
