Classes
To Sign Up for Classes: (360) 398-7466, or email
Unless otherwise stated, all classes are at my studio near Bellingham, WA.
8-Week Course: Simple Taiji and Shibashi Qigong
Newcomers welcome
Come to one, two or three classes a week for the same price!
When: Monday and Friday Afternoons, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
-and- Monday Evenings from 6:00 to 7:00
Cost: $80 for the entire series
Location: 1095 East Axton Road. This is a few miles north of Bellingham, WA
Sign Up: (360) 398-7466, or rbbatesdc@comcast.net
Classes are also available near Lynden, WA
When: Tuesday and Thursday Afternoons, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Cost: $80 for the entire series
Location: Body in Balance Studio
8837 Guide Meridian, Lynden, WA 98264
Sign Up: (360) 354-0359
Simple Taiji is Advanced Movement
Many times I have heard from people who tried to learn Taiji (Tai Chi) that the moves were too complex and the form was too long to remember. Instead of using their class and practice time to learn healthy principles movement, they would mostly be overwhelmed. The Simple Taiji Form solves that problem. This form consists of just two postures repeated six times, plus some transitions. By investing a shorter time in learning the moves, you are able to explore many principles of Taiji Qigong. You aren’t spending all your efforts in remembering (and forgetting).
The Simple Taiji form will strengthen your whole body, lower your blood pressure (if needed), improve the health of your spine, replenish your energy resources, improve your breathing, aid your digestion and elimination, and release tension. Daily practice of this little form will make your life better, healthier and probably longer.
Shibashi (Taiji Qigong)
The exercise sets known as Shibashi in China are more commonly called Taiji Qigong in Western countries. Taiji Qigong is a series of graceful, meditative movements based on the healing martial art of Taiji Chuan. This Qigong consists of simple, gentle movements that are effective in opening energy flows, balancing the brain and body, and improving the strength and flexibility of the spine. It is also quite helpful for balancing the two side of the body, the peripheral nervous system and turning on the relaxation portion of the autonomic nervous system. You will develop better coordination and body awareness and you will attain a peaceful vitality.
"Fisherman Casts the Net"
Dr. Robert B. Bates, DC, MMQ, is a healer and a teacher of healing. As a teacher he simplifies, encourages and inspires, while getting to the essence of the art. He received his Master of Medical Qigong certificate from the International Institute of Medical Qigong in 2001. He has been teaching Qigong for 15 years.
Summer 2012
Free Qigong in the Gardens: July 16, 23 and 30 in 2012. Free!
(Monday nights 6:00 to 7:00). Come to any or all of them.
Directions and Confirmations
There is no need to confirm you are coming. Just show up. However if you need directions, please contact me directly and I will send them to you.
Come to any of the classes you can get to, or to all of them.
What is Qigong?
Qigong (“Chee Gung”) is the art, science, and philosophy of natural healing and personal energy management. Qigong is extremely effective in increasing wellbeing, ensuring longevity, and curing many ailments. Enjoy slow and gentle exercises that invigorate the body, calm the emotions, awaken the breath, strengthen will, and enliven the mind.
Community Practice
These Qigong classes are introductory. For those who haven’t done any Qigong before, it is a chance to experience a little of its joyful, internal healing power. For everybody it is an opportunity to practice, refine your skills and to share a healing experience with others in a beautiful garden setting amidst nature.
12-Week Course: The Five Animal Frolics and Hun Yuan Qigong (to prevent colds & flu, & build Qi)
Sept 17 to Dec 10, 2012. Mondays and Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. $120.