Wild Goose Qigong
What is Qigong?
Qigong is a traditional Chinese health exercise to promote a long, healthy, and happy life. It is pronounced 'chee gong' and sometimes spelled 'chi kung.'
The regular practice of Qigong using the breath and gentle relaxed movements is about aligning energies, cultivating and storing Qi (energy), and allowing it to flow freely through the channels and acupuncture points. By releasing blockages and restrictions to energy flow, You are thereby helping the internal organs to function more efficiently and just as importantly, the body and mind are able to function with a greater sense of calm, flexibility and strength.
Practising Qigong helps us to relax and become more aware of our bodies. Over time, we begin to notice changes including being more flexible, and an increase in energy and stamina. This is because the Qi is working to heal any old illnesses or injuries and to open the channels so that the Qi can flow naturally, making us feel younger and more healthy. Regularly practised, it is a safe and effective tool for self-healing and health maintenance. In the longer term it is also a tool for personal and spiritual development, training for the body and the heart.
There are many different types of Qigong that have developed in China over the centuries. The tradition of Kunlun Dayan Qigong, called "Wild Goose" Qigong in the West, is one of ten systems recommended by the Chinese National Athletics and Martial Arts Association. The major philosophical schools of China: Taoism, Buddhism, Confucianism, as well as the Traditional Chinese Martial Arts and Traditional Chinese Medicine have produced five major schools of Qigong. These different styles of Qigong place emphasis on different methods of practice but all Qigong incorporates movement or posture, breathing practices and finally concentration or regulation of the mind.
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The regular practice of Qigong using the breath and gentle relaxed movements is about aligning energies, cultivating and storing Qi (energy), and allowing it to flow freely through the channels and acupuncture points. By releasing blockages and restrictions to energy flow, You are thereby helping the internal organs to function more efficiently and just as importantly, the body and mind are able to function with a greater sense of calm, flexibility and strength.
Practising Qigong helps us to relax and become more aware of our bodies. Over time, we begin to notice changes including being more flexible, and an increase in energy and stamina. This is because the Qi is working to heal any old illnesses or injuries and to open the channels so that the Qi can flow naturally, making us feel younger and more healthy. Regularly practised, it is a safe and effective tool for self-healing and health maintenance. In the longer term it is also a tool for personal and spiritual development, training for the body and the heart.
There are many different types of Qigong that have developed in China over the centuries. The tradition of Kunlun Dayan Qigong, called "Wild Goose" Qigong in the West, is one of ten systems recommended by the Chinese National Athletics and Martial Arts Association. The major philosophical schools of China: Taoism, Buddhism, Confucianism, as well as the Traditional Chinese Martial Arts and Traditional Chinese Medicine have produced five major schools of Qigong. These different styles of Qigong place emphasis on different methods of practice but all Qigong incorporates movement or posture, breathing practices and finally concentration or regulation of the mind.
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History
The Kunlun Dayan Qigong system originated over 1800 years ago in the Kunlun Mountains, Tibet. Daoist monks lived in these mountains in retreat from ordinary society, hoping to cultivate longevity and enlightenment. Living so closely with nature allowed the monks to observe the animals around them and how they survived in what was often a harsh and forbidding climate.
One of these animals was the Dayan, literally 'Big Wild Goose'. These birds, also known as Bar Headed Geese, are quite extraordinary as they are able to fly at a very high altitude due to their ability to process oxygen in a unique way. They also live longer than other geese species.
When the monks began to imitate these beautiful, long life birds, they found many benefits. The fluttering released toxins from the body's channels while the swooping, bending and stretching movements stimulated the waist and kidneys, creating warmth and flexibility. Over time, as the skill expanded and developed, they found that it even developed their Sky Eye potential, helping to develop wisdom.
The system has been refined over many generations and the over 30 forms that survive have specific and precise benefits. In order to learn the forms correctly it is essential to study with a recognised teacher. Books, charts and videos are useful as reference materials but cannot teach the skill.
One of these animals was the Dayan, literally 'Big Wild Goose'. These birds, also known as Bar Headed Geese, are quite extraordinary as they are able to fly at a very high altitude due to their ability to process oxygen in a unique way. They also live longer than other geese species.
When the monks began to imitate these beautiful, long life birds, they found many benefits. The fluttering released toxins from the body's channels while the swooping, bending and stretching movements stimulated the waist and kidneys, creating warmth and flexibility. Over time, as the skill expanded and developed, they found that it even developed their Sky Eye potential, helping to develop wisdom.
The system has been refined over many generations and the over 30 forms that survive have specific and precise benefits. In order to learn the forms correctly it is essential to study with a recognised teacher. Books, charts and videos are useful as reference materials but cannot teach the skill.
Lineage
Master Michael Tse with Grandmaster Yang Meijun
The Kunlun Dayan Qigong system is available to us now because of an incredible woman; Grandmaster Yang Meijun who was the 27th generation inheritor of the skill. Though she was taught the skills by her Grandfather from the age of 13 years, she promised him that she would not teach until she reach 70 years. In fact, due to difficult times in China, Grand Master Yang Meijun did not start teaching until well after her 70th birthday. Grandmaster Yang Meijun, known throughout the world as one of the most famous Qigong masters, reached the age of 104 years before passing away in 2002.
Master Michael Tse
One of Grand Master Yang Meijun's students was Master Michael Tse and with her blessing he brought the skill to the west.
In 1990, the Tse Qigong Centre was established in England and from that time, many people have benefitted from Master Tse's commitment to passing on this profound skill.
Over twenty years later the school is strong with students and instructors around the world. Master Tse, based in London, continues to provide workshops and seminars in many different countries including New Zealand where he visits once a year - typically in March.
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In 1990, the Tse Qigong Centre was established in England and from that time, many people have benefitted from Master Tse's commitment to passing on this profound skill.
Over twenty years later the school is strong with students and instructors around the world. Master Tse, based in London, continues to provide workshops and seminars in many different countries including New Zealand where he visits once a year - typically in March.
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