two-day intensive · live in person
Start teaching Qi Gong with clarity and confidence
A professional, focused, two-day foundation programme for practitioners ready to share what they know – built around the teaching methods that have been refined over 30 years.
- Next dates: 28 Nov 2026, 23 Jan and 20 Mar 2027
- Accredited course
- Small groups only
- 11 hours of CPD through our training partners
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Where ancient practice meets modern medicine.
Qigong Academy was founded with a clear vision: to build bridges between traditional Qi Gong and evidence-based Western healthcare. This has informed all of our training programmes as well as our commitment to high-quality academic and medical research.
Following this path, a key question emerged — How quickly can we train people to deliver Qi Gong-based interventions in a mainstream healthcare setting? – This course is our answer.
Working with our training and research partners at Oxford University and Oxford Health, we found that we could train people in basic Qi Gong techniques and theories to a point that they could teach in a safe and confident way in just two days. This approach focuses on:
- Simple, easily adapted Qi Gong movements
- Accessible theories that support both personal practice and the way in which you teach
- Methods of teaching safely and effectively in a Western environment
Although initially designed for healthcare professionals, we quickly found that the same approach worked incredibly well for those working in holistic health, and those wanting to start on their journey to teach Qi Gong.
Since launching, this approach has proven highly effective, but most importantly, this isn’t just a two-day training programme, it’s a gateway to the ongoing support that is central to our online Teachers Community.
“Designed to be immediately applicable in clinics, studios and everyday life.”
One course. Two pathways.
Where does your Qi Gong journey begin?
The Short Course Teacher Training is designed for two distinct people.
For qualified healthcare and holistic health professionals
Learn a simple Qi Gong form and how to share it with your clients
By focussing on simple, accessible and easily adapted Qi Gong techniques, this training gives you valuable insight and skills that are safe and immediately applicable.
- Time to explore both application and adaptation of form
- Develops both personal practice and teaching skills
- Join the Teachers Community on completion
- Completion Certificate (dependent on optional assessment)
For anyone wanting to become an accredited Qi Gong teacher
Start from a solid foundation by learning applicable Qi Gong skills
In two days of training you will gain valuable insight into Qi Gong, build your confidence in sharing simple techniques with others and have the space to move forward at your own pace.
- Develops both personal practice and teaching skills
- Counts towards our accredited teaching pathway
- Join the Teachers Community on completion
- Attendance Certificate
Both pathways run as the same two-day programme.
Dates and booking
Three chances to join
The same two-day programme in three places, taught by John. Two are run with our training partners, who also take the booking.
28–29 November 2026
Macclesfield
At Total Therapy Training, Cheshire
- Day one 9:45 am to about 5 pm, day two to 4 pm
- 11 hours of CPD through Total Therapy Training
23–24 January 2027
Oxfordshire
Ramsden Memorial Hall, Chipping Norton
- Day one 9:45 am to about 5 pm, day two to 4 pm
- £250, booked through our community
20–21 March 2027
West Sussex
At the International College of Oriental Medicine
- Day one 9:45 am to about 5 pm, day two to 4 pm
- 11 hours of CPD through ICOM
Four movements. Infinite application.
When you look at the vast majority of styles of Qi Gong, we find a number of common themes: they all use a combination of movement and stillness and they will all support you in becoming more skilful with your qi.
Each school of Qi Gong will have developed and evolved in response to specific needs and requirements. This specialisation goes a long way to explain the depth of understanding and huge potential of this practice, but when we strip things back we find that we can introduce the practice through four movements.
Each of these movements brings focus to different aspects that can be expressed in the following way:
Relaxation
Techniques that release held tension and guide the nervous system towards ease — accessible to anyone, anywhere.
Awareness
Cultivating present-moment attention through mindful movement and breath — the foundation of all effective Qi Gong practice.
Mobilisation
Gentle movement sequences that restore natural range of motion and encourage Qi to flow freely through the body.
Recentering
Returning to balance after exertion or distraction — restoring groundedness, clarity and a sense of inner stillness.
What attendees say about the training
Recommended for anyone who thinks they might like Qi Gong and wants to share it with others.
“My expectation was that I would be taught a very specific form of movements to practice and replicate, but what you gave us was far more powerful. I have believed for a long time that I want certainty, order and accuracy in my life but this drive for what is the right way is the opposite of kindness and freedom. By stripping back the movements and giving them to us without expectation is powerful. As someone who is not naturally confident, I immediately felt able to share the benefits of this approach with others.”
Angela Terry
Highly recommend.
“I’ve been on many trainings but nothing like this one. I felt valued by the whole person approach and found the teachings easily accessible. The relaxed and open demeanour of the teacher was exceptional, both welcoming and inspirational. The teaching was informal, delivered with background knowledge that included fun and helpful story telling giving context to the ancient practices. Directions were clear, not just with words, but also kinaesthetically appealing to the senses. And most importantly, the infectious enthusiasm, presence and good humour of the teacher made it a comfortable, safe space to ask questions, debate and offer as well as receive creative feedback.”
Kathryn Varley
Highly recommended, an antidote to modern life.
“A light-hearted, fun and playful course that lacks dogma and offers the freedom to explore ways of teaching Qi Gong in a truly supportive environment. The course hit the perfect balance, enabling me to step far enough outside of my comfort zone to engage in genuine learning without feeling overwhelmed or wanting to run away. The simplicity of the approach felt like a door into something truly meaningful and transformative. An invitation to enter a space of expanded perspective.”
Robin Croley
Highly recommended
“I would highly recommend this course to anyone who wants a grounded, intelligent and practical introduction to Qi Gong. John Millar is an exceptional teacher, and this training gives practitioners the confidence to begin sharing the power, subtlety and simplicity of Qi Gong in a way that feels safe, respectful and deeply human.”
Hazel Baldwin
Highly accessible and genuinely valuable.
“John is an excellent teacher with a deep knowledge of Qi Gong, built over decades of practice. He brings real depth to his instruction, sharing refinements and details in the movements that I had not encountered before. The movements taught on this introductory teaching course are highly accessible and would be of genuine value to anyone supporting people with their health, whether in a clinical or holistic setting.”
Dr Helen Trill
Abbie Thoms about the Teacher Training
Do you want to know more about the full course?
Visit our teacher training page for full details.