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- THIS WEEKEND...7th December

Internationally renowned Tai Chi and Qi Gong master,Dr Michael Lan, will be returning to Mayfair on the 30th November to teach Wu Qin Xi (5 Animal Frolics). Lesley-Ann Green, our Tai Chi teacher trained under Dr Lan. For more information on him look at www.jing-an.co.za

What is Wu Qin Xi?

Wu Qin Xi, or Five-Animal Exercises imitating the movements of animals and birds, is a group of physical and breathing exercises for health care with a uniquely Chinese national flavour. The system was designed by Hua Tuo, a leading physician of the Eastern Han Dynasty ( 25 - 220 AD ). He developed his system based on existing ancient Chinese traditional physical exercises following theories of the functions of the internal organs and meridians as well as the principles of the circulation of Qi and blood in the human body. His inspiration came from careful observation and study of characteristic behaviour and activities of tigers, deer, bears, monkeys and birds. He came to the conclusion that wild creatures regularly performed certain exercises to build up their constitution and improve their life skills.

Benefits of Wu Qin Xi

Experience has proved that after a certain period of practice both the physical and the mental health are improved. Indeed physical and psychological tests of people who practice Wu Qin Xi give high scores to their to their overall constitution, the functions of the various organs, mental attitude and power of perception as well as physical fitness. In addition the waistline and ratio between waist and buttocks in female practitioners are reduced, the cardiovascular and respiratory functions are markedly improved and the grip of strength is reinforced. Subjective appraisal about the effectiveness of these exercises by the practitioners have found enhancement of bodily strength, improvement of flexibility of joints and enhancement of spiritual vitality and psychological confidence.

 (I attended the earlier workshops with Dr Lan & found the Wu Qin Xi quite powerful. Great for vitality & daily practice yields solid results health-wise. The emphasis is on regular practice. Lesley)

Date - Saturday 7th December

Time - 10h30-13h30

Location - Mayfair, 3 Bright Street, Somerset West

Cost -  R 500.00 - existing Qi Gong, Tai Chi & i.move students
           R 300.00 - repeaters
Booking essential, call Mayfair 021 8517037 to book.

Certificate of attendance provided

Chinese tea and cookies

 

Those who attended the previous workshops welcome. Mail Lesley directly (lesleyanngreen67@gmail.com) regarding rates.