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Pre-recorded course · Zhineng Qigong

Lift Qi Up, Pour Qi Down

A complete, balanced method that gained its reputation at the Huaxia Centre in China. The course breaks the practice into accessible sections so you can learn it and keep exploring it.

Sections

13

Total

2 h 44 min

Level

Beginner onwards

This course

£20 one-time

Yours to keep, with lifetime access.

The community

£35 a month

Access to all courses, plus live classes. First day free.

This course

25 € one-time

Yours to keep, with lifetime access.

The community

40 € a month

Access to all courses, plus live classes. First day free.

This course

$30 one-time

Yours to keep, with lifetime access.

The community

$50 a month

Access to all courses, plus live classes. First day free.

14-day satisfaction guarantee on the course: if it brings you no real benefit, we refund you in full, no questions asked.

What you will practise

Each section is a short teaching video followed by a practice you can follow along with. Work through them in order, or return to a single movement whenever it needs attention.

01

An Introduction to Zhineng

Exploring the origins, structure and intention of Lift Qi Up Pour Qi Down.

2 sections · 14 min

02

Details of Movements

Breaking down the movements section by section.

Line drawings of three movements from Lift Qi Up, Pour Qi Down

6 sections · 74 min

03

Understanding Intention and Refining Practice

Building on the basics to develop and refine your personal practice and gain greater benefit.

  • Exploring the eight phrases
  • Understanding intention
  • Working with the points

3 sections · 35 min

04

Practice Sets

Practice sets in both an accurate and a flowing version, to support your ongoing exploration of this wonderful form.

2 sections · 41 min

Your teacher

John Millar

John Millar

Practising Zhineng Qigong since 2007 and studying in China from 2010. Today he works with first-generation Zhineng teachers and with UK universities and healthcare providers.

What you need

Room to stand with your arms out, and half an hour. No equipment, no floor work, nothing to buy.

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