QiGong

  The practices I’m presenting were learned from my teacher in Nashville, Ryan Black.
He studied for ten years in China with a true master, having studied martial arts in Japan before that.
Though I am not a QiGong teacher, I’ve been doing QiGong for over thirty years, have had great teachers
and have a sense of the benefits. I can say that the practices are tried and true.
They are also simple and easy to do.

To begin, we will start with the warmups, also described as “stretches” followed by
a very basic QiGong practice to begin tuning into Qi (pronounced “chee” in English)
Then, (the original inspiration for adding this to the Dojo):
the “Tendon QiGong”, which people expressed interest in.
This is to work with issues created by playing the guitar or some other repetitive motion habit.

  These practices are best done outdoors, preferably in nature and a quiet environment.
It’s not always possible… so, we do the best we can. Consistency with the practice is very important.
It takes time to start feeling the Qi and the benefits, so, we need to be patient, they will come with practice.

These are physical practices, but, also very much meditative and should be done slowly. Really tuning into the body.
The “Chee” body is said to be just below the skin but once you connect with it,
it will very feel wholistic, permeating your whole body.
Relaxation is the key - with a straight back and a soft front.

Can’t hurt to give it a try. ☯️
~ Robben