Qi Gong For Healing

[www.ChineseHealingArts.com & www.JoyfulCoincidence.com are under development...]

Welcome to our site            

Thank you for your interest in Qi Gong -- the foundation upon which all Traditional Chinese Medicine is based. We have opened this web site, in response to requests for information about Acupuncture, Clinical Qi Gong (Qi Gong for Healing), and our classes in Qi Gong and Tai Chi, . Practicing Qi Gong has changed our lives in a very profound, wonderful way. We would like to share some of that wonder with you! Please scroll down to the Table of Contents

Welcome!

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67 Mountain Boulevard Extension
Warren, NJ  07059
 classroom and professional offices
908-647-1563.

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Current and choice for October/November..

VALENTINE EVENT!!!
Sat, Feb 11, 11-4pm

Qi Gong for Allergy Relief
Mar 12, 19, 26

Week End Workshops coming up...
Qi Healer Intensive begins  Apr 27-29, May 4-6, 2012!

Look for
Guest Presenters...

Sat, Mar 24, William Ting
Always Principles of Movement & Alignment -
This time relative to Tai Chi!

Plan Ahead for June - Make it Happen!
Communicating with Animals
2-Day Seminar with Carol Gurney


See details - Follow Guest Presenter Events Hotlink below...

Looking ahead...

** Look in Table of Contents for "Guest Presenter Events" **

Fran Maher & Brian Coffey

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Site Last Updated: Feb 15, 2012
See New Class Schedule below (or at end of this web page)
 

Table of Contents
 
 
  • Guest Presenter & Special Events
  • Something from the Heart - A Valentine Celebration - Feb 11
  • William Ting - Principles of Movement & Alignment - Mar 24
  • Carol Gurney - Animal Communicator - Jun 2-3
  • Joe Eber - NeuroLinguistic Programming - TBA
  • Penny Stansfield, Doula - Childbirth & Labor - TBA
  • Archana Gogna - "Understanding the Relationship between Food & Inflammation" - TBA

 

 
   
   
Qi Gong for Healing Clinical Seminars -

 Chinese Healing Arts Center - NJ Branch

Overview

We are an authorized branch of the Chinese Healing Arts Center, Dr. Tzu-Kuo Shih, Founder and Director, in Danbury, CT. We continue our studies under Master Shih, attend his courses; teach the Qi Healer's Intensive and Qi Gong Therapist Intensive in the Branch Location; and sometimes refer our clients to him and his wife. You may also wish to visit Dr. Shih's Chinese Healing Arts Center Web Site to find out more about the Shih family's services, classes, and offerings. http://www.qihealer.com 

   
  As a branch of the Chinese Healing Arts Center we offer:
  • Qi Healer Intensive Seminar
  • Qi Therapist Intensive Seminar
  • (Seasonal Qi Gong - To be announced...)

We teach these intensive courses on the weekends mainly for those of you who can't spare a week, or more, away from work. The Qi Healer Intensive is taught on consecutive weekends. The Qi Therapist Intensive is also taught on weekends; however, these weekends are not necessarily consecutive, allowing more time for practice between weekend sessions (see schedule below).

The timing for each weekend training begins Friday evening (5:30-9:30pm) and continues Saturday and Sunday (9am-5pm). 

   
Qi Healer Intensive Seminar
Qi Healer Intensive Seminar

 

 

 

The primary objective is that you will be able to assess and balance another's Qi at course end. To accomplish this, most of the first 3-4 days of the two weekend course focus on your energy vessel so that you are better equipped in developing skills to work in another's energy field. The remainder of the course focuses on how to assess, adjust, and balance the Qi of another and to verify that change. You will learn and practice special Qi Gong meditations and movements. This is a very special class! Master Shih developed this course and is sharing ancient, effective Qi Gong techniques to produce results in just 6 short days of class!

More specifically, this course is designed to transmit, from the heart, core teachings of Master Shih. Students learn important basics of Qi Gong self-cultivation and how to help others with Qi Healing.

Contents:

  • Five Hearts, Six Keys, and Four Doors on how to be a successful student of Qi Gong and Qi Healing
  • Qi Gong Self-Cultivating techniques to attract, gather, store, balance, cleanse, and use Qi
  • Special Quiescent (meditation) Qi Gong and Dynamic (movement) Qi Gong
  • Open and practice the Microcosmic Orbit (Small Heavenly Circle)
  • How to assess and locate imbalances in another's Qi field by sensing Qi with your palms. (Also learn techniques on how to develop your ability to see Qi)
  • Learn how to correct local imbalances and how to effect a whole body Qi Healing & Balancing
  • Learn how and when to emit Qi; to remove Qi blockages; and to effect a change in temperature in the Qi field
  • Allow your own special functions to develop

Participants: This remarkable, intensive course is for you if you are:

  • Medical Staff -- MD, RN, PT, EMT, etc. who wish to add energy modalities to your present skills
  • Acupuncturist who wants to add the dimension of Classical Chinese Medicine and direct Qi experience to benefit your skills with your patients and yourself. NB: Meet your NCCAOM continuing education requirements for (pending) 30 PDAs with this course
  • Body Worker (Massage Therapist, Shiatsu, etc) seeking to expand your practice with skilled use of Eastern energy techniques
  • Someone already working with Qi Gong, Therapeutic Touch, Pranic Healing, Reiki, Shiatsu, Polarity, Cranial Sacral, or other energy modalities to expand your ability to help others
  • Person responsible for the health of your family, congregation, or community
  • One who wants to improve their own level of Qi Gong practice and cultivation

Prerequisite: No prior Qi Gong experience required. Come with an open Heart and open Mind

Time Frame: 2 Consecutive weekends (Friday evening (5:30-9:30pm) and continues all day Saturday and Sunday (9am - 5pm)

Continuing Education: Pending 30 PDAs (Professional Development Activities) NCCAOM

Note, when we present this course at Cortiva - SSMT (Somerset School of Massage Therapy) 30 CEUs will be awarded to Massage Therapists

Cost: $1000 ($850 if registered & paid in full at least 30 days prior to class) 
Next Offering: See Class Schedule

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  Qi Therapist Intensive Seminar
Qi Therapist Intensive Seminar

 

 

 

Whether you are practicing your Qi Healing or not, this course will help to provide a deeper understanding and experience of Qi Gong and give you more insight into Classical Chinese Medicine practices. There are thousands of Qi Gong practices. This course focuses on how to select, recommend, and teach the correct remedial Qi Gong practice(s) to speed recovery from specific conditions (energy imbalances). You will learn how to select and use principles and theory of Classical Chinese Medicine, acupoints, and Qi Gong practices for yourself and to teach your clients. Following is a quick thumbnail sketch of the course content:

Content:

  • Deeper explanation about Qi Gong & Qi Healing and why/how they work.
  • More detail about the theory and applications of Classical Chinese Medicine as they pertain to Qi Healing (Yin/Yang, Qi/Blood, Jing/Qi/Shen, Five Elements, Zang-Fu Organs, Regular & Extraordinary Meridians)
  • More detail & experience with the 3 Regulations of Qi Gong - Body, Breath, & Mind
  • Precise location & use of 10 categories of points on each of 12 meridians
  • Experience with select acupoints and meridians to prepare you to do the Macrocosmic Orbit (Large Heavenly Circle)
  • Provide you with more advanced Self-Cultivation Qi Gong movements
  • What to recommend to those who come to you for Qi Healing so that they may do Qi Gong to help keep their own Qi balance - in some circles this "category" of Qi Gong is called Clinical or Medical Qi Gong.

A Qi Gong Therapist Certification from the Chinese Healing Arts Center will be issued to those who successfully complete the take home written test.

Prerequisite: Qi Healer Intensive

Time Frame: 3 Non-Consecutive weekends (Friday evening (5:30-9:30pm) and continues all day Saturday and Sunday (9am - 5pm)

Continuing Education: Pending 50 PDAs (Professional Development Activities) NCCAOM.

Cost: $1500 ($1350 if registered & paid in full at least 30 days prior to class)
Next Offering: See Class Schedule

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Weekly Classes: Qi Gong

Overview

In a Qi Gong class for self-health, you will learn sound Qi Gong methods to produce the relaxation, peace, and inner quiet that allow your body to heal itself naturally. Qi Gong techniques use Mind, Body, and Breath in a variety of ways to encourage Qi balance and circulation throughout every cell of your entire body.

Qi" is the Chinese word that defines the energy of being.  All of nature pulsates with it.  Human beings, animals, fish, birds and insects along with all the flowers, trees, mountains and seas of the earth manifest Qi.  The elements of heaven, thunder, lightning, wind and fire share Qi.  It is the common language of the universe, uniting and binding all things together. 

Qigong” means the study and practice of accumulating Qi, balancing Qi, and coordinating the flow of Qi to maintain health and well-being. The practice of Qi Gong can result in an increased sense of awareness, improved posture, balance, and inner peace. A little known facet of Qigong is the ability to activate “acupoints” in the mind – without physically touching them with anything but the mind’s awareness and focus!   By learning and practicing Qigong you can learn to deal with any emotion (anger, anxiety, grief, etc.) in an “energy” way. There are thousands of Qi Gong practices. In general there are two categories: Quiescent & Dynamic. The first is characterized by little-to-no movement and is quite meditative; the latter is characterized by movement.  A particular sub-category to dynamic Qi Gong would be termed Tai Chi Qi Gong. In this type of dynamic Qi Gong, all movements are done using Tai Chi Principles with unity of movement.

 
  Wu Ji Qigong & more (...to maintain your health & well-being)

Fran and Brian have been authorized to teach Wu Ji Qi Gong and Wu Ji Jing Gong Tai Chi by United States foremost instructor of Wu Ji forms, Master William Ting, Silver Tiger Tai Chi Studio.  What a great honor! Please refer to Master Ting's Website: www.SilverTigerTaiChi.com for information about his  Wu Ji Tai Chi and Wu Ji Qi Gong offerings.

 

  Wu Ji Qi Gong
Wu Ji Qigong

An excellent holistic practice of single repetitive movements, this Tai Chi Qi Gong forms the foundation for this course of study.  It is a very comfortable and easy way to begin to increase your body-mind awareness. Learn the 15 Wu Ji Qigong routine movements that will be demonstrated and practiced during the course. These slow, repetitive movements are easy to remember, encouraging the swift development of unity and fluidity in your body.  Examine the processes that create imbalance in your body alignment and Qi - plus methods to correct and release these imbalances. Learning these principles of movement and alignment can lead to a greater understanding of the relationship between your thoughts and your awareness, and to ways for you to experience inner peace as well as improved health.

We will gradually learn the 14 movements and 2 standing meditations of this Foundation form. The alignment and connection to heaven and earth is sublime.  Students may start at any time, as we will focus on one movement each day, as well as performing the form. Beautiful on its own, it is also an excellent preparation for any style of tai chi.

Together, we will probe the visible and invisible aspects of stillness and movement, and play with the qualities of spontaneity and the space between stimulus and response--ways to experience opening to the peace of the universe. Fran Maher and Brian Coffey are both authorized teachers for Silver Tiger Tai Chi Studio.

See Class Schedule

 

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  Swimming Dragon Qi Gong
Swimming Dragon Qigong

Qi Gong for Healing introduces the beautiful Swimming Dragon Health Exercise to Central NJ.

This form, refined by Dr. Tzu Kuo Shih in his book and DVD of the same name, will be taught by student of Classical Chinese Medicine Patricia Pagano.  Classical refers to branches of healing that pre-date Traditional Chinese Medicine.  These time honored methods have provided benefits for millions of people over eons of time.  Known collectively as Clinical Qi Gong, they focus on how each individual can improve their health with still and moving meditations. For example, Swimming Dragon is known for promoting weight loss with or without dieting, while benefiting the skin, spine, and internal organs.

Although these practices are available as books and DVDs, learning with a teacher provides a three dimensional model plus feedback and corrections that make the student’s movements more comfortable and productive.

To suit different schedules the class begins Friday, November 4 at noon or Monday, November 7 at 12:30.  The first four one-hour weekly sessions include the basic form ($50 for all 4, or $15 drop-in).  Follow-up practice sessions will be available.

See Class Schedule

 

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Qi Gong Series Qi Gong Series

This stellar on-going series presents different aspects and applications of Qi Gong. Take one of the sections or take all four.

 

Qi Gong Series 1. Fundamentals of Qi Gong

Well-Being, Balance, & Inner Peace. How to apply Classical Chinese Medicine to your life. What comes to mind when you think of Traditional Chinese Medicine? Although you may think of acupuncture, herbs and acupressure, actually, Qi Gong provides excellent methods that you can do for yourself – in your own home, at work, on a trip -anytime, anywhere. Discover the three most powerful branches of ancient Classical Chinese Medicine, often left out of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Learn self-help practices that no one can do for you! Explore these concepts and experience techniques to improve your health and peace of mind. In a two hour class people can experience about three Qi Gong activities:

  • "Transition" Qi Gong exercise (from the pace of ordinary life to the peace of this Qi Gong class);
  • Further exploration of Qi Gong (e.g., an experience of Qi; discussion, or helpful points to meditate upon); and then
  • A guided Qi Gong meditation gently brings the session to a close. (With practice, after awhile, you will be able to do these guided meditations for yourself.)

The discussion content, movement, and still practices are a spontaneous selection in the moment based upon the particular group of people on this particular day. Two hours a week for 4 consecutive weeks.

Cost: TBA

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2.  Qi Gong and Your Eyes

Helpful exercises for the relaxation and health of this important aspect of ourselves.  Three weeks provides lots of time to practice and learn new ways to think about and care for your vision.  Two hour class for 3 consecutive weeks.

Cost: $72

See Class Schedule.

 3. Chinese Soaring Crane Qigong

This Qi Gong was developed by Jin-Xiang Zhao (Beijing, China) and originally taught to a group of nine people (most of whom were seriously, some terminally, ill). All of these students regained excellent health and became the core of the first group of teachers of Soaring Crane Qigong. Since its start in 1979 many millions of people throughout the world have felt the benefits of this Qigong. Brian learned from Master Zhao.

You will learn five Qigong routines and, an optional, Standing Meditation. Simple, easy-to-learn movements and mindful focus encourage the cleaning and revitalizing of the energy pathways (meridians and channels); help the body strengthen the immune system; and provide a method to experience Qi quickly. Two items may be useful to you for Soaring Crane study and practice: 
     1) Book written by Master Zhao describing Chinese Soaring Crane Qi Gong (available from the web), and
     2) Audio CD or tape, included with course tuition, that guides you through each of the 5 routines and assists you in self-practice between sessions and after class to help you become proficient with the routines.

As part of this series, Soaring Crane will be taught in 6 sessions (2 hrs each), one session per week. One routine is taught each week for six weeks; a review of previously learned routines is conducted each week to help re-enforce learning. If class participants are ready, then the Standing Meditation will be taught in subsequent sessions. (Students will also learn a relaxation technique during one of the sessions.)

Cost: $144 (six sessions)

See Class Schedule

 Please note: this course is also taught in a 10-part and weekend format.  Standing Meditation Classes can also be scheduled on request.  Contact  us for more information.

4. Qi Gong for Allergy Relief

Bothered by allergies? You might find these three Qi Gong routines helpful in working with your Wei Qi -- others have; one focuses on the allergic reaction/symptoms, the other two balance your energy. In addition, we will explore ways to address food sensitivities. Class length is 2 hours. This class will be taught over 3 sessions.   Once learned, these can be completed in about half an hour at home and can be repeated as symptoms may occur.  This course will be scheduled as interest and season dictates.

Cost: $72

Next Offering: See Class Schedule, also available upon request by 3 or more people.

 

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Qi Gong Remedies Workshop
Qi Gong Remedies Workshop

Qi Gong Remedies are gentle techniques of Classical Chinese Medicine that people practice for the improvement of their own health. Some include movement, some are based on stillness. Expect to relax deeply and pleasurably while you are rebalancing your body -- functions, fluids, and cellular communications. Bring body, mind, and breath to class! Learn new (really old) ways of using them in combination to produce these remedies. We will discuss remedies for common ailments and discomforts in the context of Qi Gong.

Current Offering: Call to Arrange. 1 day course, 10am-12noon, 1-4pm.

Cost: $60

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Weekly Classes: Tai Chi

Overview

 
Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan), simply put, is Qi Gong whose traditional purpose is for self-defense as well as self-development. Presently our Tai Chi classes focus on the healing-balancing aspects of the art - the martial aspects are explained but not practiced on each other. Thus emphasis is placed on developing a self-practice of Tai Chi for health & well-being; to gather & direct Qi within your body; and learn basic aspects of this martial art form. Beginners and advanced students alike will benefit from practicing inner work combined with graceful informed martial movements. All Tai Chi classes will include Qi Gong practices
   
  Wu Ji Jing Gong Tai Chi
Wu Ji Jing Gong Tai Chi Beginners: 44 movements, first section of the 108 movement form.  Experience the seamless, fluid movements of this water form of Tai Chi.  Emphasis on principles and the inner, or invisible aspects of the art to increase the student's experience of Qi.  A transcendent form native to the Shanghai area of China and brought to the United States by William (Kuo Pao) Ting. For the serious student, advanced workshops are also available with Master Ting periodically at our location at 67 Mountain Boulevard and also Master Ting's studio in Mt. Laurel, NJ (Rancocas Woods).  Refer to www.SilverTigerTaiChi.com for more class/seminar information at Master Ting's studio.

Current Offering: See Class Schedule

 

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  Sun Tai Chi
Sun Tai Chi

Learn an easy, yet effective, Tai Chi form which combines Qi Gong with a number of self-defense forms. This is Dr. Paul Lam's adaptation, especially for those with joint pain or stiffness. Easy and quick to learn; comfortable to do - with all the health benefits of Tai Chi, and rich in depth. Each session has three parts:

  • Warm-up (gentle Qi Gong and exercise to loosen joints and improve Qi circulation)
  • Sun Style Form*
  • Cool-down (gentle movements to end the session)

*The form consists of one or more movements strung together in a series of gentle movements performed sequentially in a continuous manner - as if all were the same movement from beginning to end. Breath and mind are very peaceful during these movements. This combination of body, mind, and breath is the regulating core for all the Tai Chi benefits. The form is taught in a number of sequences and can be learned as 6, 12, 24, 36, or 73 movements. Seek the level with which you are comfortable. as a Beginner or Beyond Beginner.

Smooth, continuous, unified movements encourage your body to move more simply, effectively, & effortlessly. Tensions melt. The mind’s awareness changes… Expect improved strength, flexibility, and balance. Enjoy inner stillness and peace that you can apply to everyday life. Beginners will learn and practice a basic 12 movement Tai Chi form based on the Sun style that is easy, yet rich enough to satisfy repeat students. More advanced students will enjoy the structure principles that will take them deeper into the richness of learning and experiencing Tai Chi . In addition, Qi Gong – an ancient practice which cultivates one’s Qi (energy) – will be used as a vehicle to build individual awareness of the vital life force to enhance Tai Chi practice. (This course is similar to the Sun Style session taught previously at the Watchung Regional High School Adult Education School). [As students' skills progress, more movements will be added to the form.]

See Class Schedule for numerous offerings.

 

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Friday Night Lectures Introduction to Classical Chinese Medicine     Date: TBA...

A 2-hour presentation with demonstrations and experiential practices to gain an appreciation of 8000 uninterrupted years of the most successful, technology free medicine the world has ever known.

 
Tao to Now Tao to Now     Date: TBA...

Fran Maher & Brian Coffey. Retelling of the origins, philosophies, and theories that guided early  metaphysical & physical sciences in Asia. The beginnings of classical Chinese Medicine --the Tao, Wuji or emptiness, wang ji, the bagua, and introduction to Qi Gong application of five elements theory.

   

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Four Gates Four Gates    Date: July 8, 7-9:30pm

Fran Maher & Brian Coffey. The Body Gate, the Third Eye Gate, the Rhythm Gate, and the Service Gate all lead deeper into the mysteries of healing.   This lecture will give you a frame of reference whether you're a full Qi Healer or a new-comer to Energy remedies.  Expect an evening of sampling the experience of the gates.

Four Gates to the Mysteries of Healing

 The Body Gate is attained by physical alignment in stillness and movement.

 The Third Eye Gate shows itself in creativity, intuition, being open to the possibilities of all that is, and entertaining simple thoughts, special function, the alchemy of the mind…

 The Rhythm Gate dwells in our hearts and breath, and beckons with drum, chant, dao-in, shaking, hunyuan gong, walking, running, swimming far, whirling, wuji qi gong.

 The Service Gate can only be entered by those with sincere desire to help others through healing, teaching, sharing time or possessions; by those with love, compassion, and gratitude to offer.

 Cost: $30

The Body Gate

 The more I facilitate the conscious flow of Qi in my physical body,
the more I enhance my subtle energy field.

 The more I enhance and expand my awareness of this subtle energy field,
the more my conscious energy connects to something near and vast,
            an energy field not measurable by mathematics, eluding science,
            perhaps the quantum hologram, or oneness, or the moment, or…

 I know because I feel it—
            fluid, whole, alive, sublime.                                      Fran Maher 4/19/11

Third Eye Gate

 Music rising within.
Colors rising within.

 Know. 

Open out—the veil, diaphanous,
Understand.

 Entertain intention. 

Quiet mind.
And no mind.                                                                             Fran Maher 4/21/11

 

   

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Guest Presenter & Special Events Keep your eyes on this section - more presentations coming...
   
Something from the Heart -
a Valentine Celebration
Something from the Heart - a Valentine Celebration...

Hosted by Qi Gong for Healing Staff & Qi Healers
Sat, Feb 11, 11am-4pm...

Anyone... Please drop in for an energy balancing (Qi Healing) and/or a Sample of Karen's Therapeutic Massage. There will also be Demonstrations and Mini-classes on the hour:

  • 11am - Tai Chi
  • 12 noon - Simple Qi Gong remedies
  • 1pm - Swimming Dragon with Patty
  • 2pm - Clinical Qi Gong Overview
  • 3pm - Soaring Crane Qi Gong

Our Valentine Gift to you! Open to all! Come early! Stay Late! Remember, NO CHARGE - IT'S FREE!

   

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Principles of Movement & Alignment William Ting...

Guest Presenter William Ting
Saturday, March 24, 2:30-6pm

Principles of Alignment and Movement

Under the gentle guidance of Master Teacher William Ting,
explore aspects of your own balance and movement and
discover abilities you never knew you had!

There are always places to go and work to do and fun to be had! As we engage in these, we are using our muscles to walk, to lift, to push, to reach. And we are always in a perpetual play with balance, our relationship to gravity. Our every movement is accountable in some way to gravity. Not only do physical aspects, such as posture changes and weight shifts help us to control balance, but the non-physical aspects of energy flow, intensity, and momentum influence our alignment and movement as well.

Whether you are bending over to pull up your sox, pushing the refrigerator, or having your height measured at the Doctor’s office, dancing… or “demolishing” your opponent in your martial arts practice, the principles of alignment and movement can improve your posture changes, weight shifts, as well as your energy flow, intensity, and momentum.

The “principles” come from generations of in-depth studies of Tai Chi, where focus is on the basics of alignment and movement that use the body in the way it was designed for optimum development, effectiveness, ease of function, and efficiency of movement.

Come if you are student of moving meditations, martial arts, sports. Come if you are none of those, but you find you are getting a little stiff, getting injuries easily, experiencing less speed and stamina.

Principles Of Alignment includes working with Qi, employing the spiraling motion that relaxes muscles, opens joints, and unifies the body, thus allowing not only the accumulation of energy, but also the ability for energy to flow. If the body is more relaxed and flexible, then it will be more responsive and better able to meet the situations of everyday life.

Because we are working together in the present, as we find ourselves now, this course is always fresh and new, whether you're taking it for the 20th or for the first time.

Join us at Qi Gong for Healing, 67 Mountain Blvd., Warren, NJ  07059, on Mar 24. Make your check out ($85 before Mar 17, or $100 after) to William Ting, and mail it to Qi Gong for Healing, 67 Mountain Blvd, Warren, NJ  07059, or drop it off at Qi Gong for Healing.
Questions? Call Fran and Brian, 908-647-1563

Cost: $85 before Oct 20, or $100 thereafter

Reserve early to ensure your place.

"It is one thing to know how to do something, but to do it well, you must know why." -Master William Ting

 

   

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Introductory Animal Communication Workshop Carol Gurney...

A special course in learning to trust your intuition -

Introductory Animal Communication Workshop

Prerequisites: None. Duration: 2 days -Jun 2-3, 2012
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm


In order to provide the highly personal experience that has become the hallmark of The Gurney Institute training, class size is limited. You'll find ample opportunity to get to know your fellow students, and many of you stay in touch with each other after the class to network and practice with each others animals. The Gurney Institute offers you ongoing support and information through Carol's free monthly Beginning Animal Communication Teleconferences.


DAY ONE: Saturday
Participants will learn the essentials of telepathic communication, and how to reawaken this natural ability in all of us. They will acquire skills that will prove invaluable during their personal encounters with animals and add a new dimension to each participant’s life.

Topics include:
Practice exercises on how to relax and quiet the mind.
Learn how to "listen" with the heart.
Send and receive information telepathically with other participants.
Communicate with animals telepathically (in person).

DAY TWO: Sunday
Participants use the information learned the first day to enhance their experience and practical application to their own animals and to solidify and expand their knowledge of animal communication.
Topics include:
Improve and practice telepathic skills learned on day one.
Learn to communicate with animals long-distance.
Participate in a series of exercises to improve telepathic and intuitive skills with all species.

***Note. A minimum enrollment of 14 people "signed up" by Mar 15th, so that Carol can make travel arrangements, etc. Don't delay. You can register at www.Gurney Institute.com/main.html (see left-hand column for Warren, NJ Workshop date of June 2-3, 2012***

Mail your check or money order for $325 to the Gurney Institute, 3715 Cornell Rd., Agoura, CA  91301

   

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An Evening with Doula, Penny Stansfield!

Penny Bussell Stansfield  - Doula

From time-to-time Penny Bussell Stansfield conducts Doula training for two of the required certification courses.

As well as being a Qi Healer, Penny is an internationally certified Birth Doula and Doula Trainer.  She is also a licensed massage therapist specializing in maternity massage.  She understands that the birth experience is a transformative event in a woman’s life, and her professional activities are focused on nurturing women through touch, emotional support, and education during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.  She can be reached at Hillsborough Massage Therapy LLC, 908-601-7403, and her new book can be ordered from http://www.laborsoflovebook.com

More information: 908-647-1563

   
   

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Food & Inflammation:
the Relationship...
Archana Gogna, MS, CNS, MBA

Understanding the Relationship between Food & Inflammation

Inflammation is a major culprit in many disorders—heart disease, diabetes, cancers, and immune system problems, to name a few.  What are the two kinds of inflammation, and how can nutrition reduce inflammation and/or protect against inflammation? Gogna is Director of Nutrition at InVite Health in NYC and also a part-time instructor at the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts.  

Contact her: 914-426-2904 or email: archigogna@optonline.net

   

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Neuro Linguistic Programming Joe Eber...

NLP SEMINAR—increase interpersonal skills, reduce intrapersonal problems

TBA - Spring, 2012

Joe Eber, a professional practitioner and certified Master instructor of Neurolinguistic Programming will again present his 3-weekend seminar on this outstanding modality for methods we can all use to:

  • Make better decisions and help ourselves get from here to there, 

  • Reduce or eliminate problematic excess emotions that can dog our steps whether they are recent or date back decades,

  • Improve relationships with customers, family members, friends, and co-workers at all levels.

You will have tools you can use immediately, and you’ll experience the methods in class, learning to do them for yourselves and others. Easy-to-learn, and a joy to practice, NLP is known as one of the most powerful modalities to achieve your desired emotional and other personal changes.

Cost: $930.

Call Joe Eber about course content and to register.  908-884-1014. (Couples discount available, returning students half price.)

   

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An Evening Get-Together with Christina Lynn Whited

Christina Lynn Whited - Intuitive...

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Join us and our guest presenter, intuitive Christina Lynn Whited,. founder of the Circle of Intention School of Intuitive Sciences, for a café format get-together.  She comes to our center to share what we would call in Chinese Medicine her “special function,” a quality prized in Qi Healing.  A local treasure (High Bridge NJ), she has been featured in People Magazine, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune, seen on CNN, Geralado, and many more.  Start thinking about what you might like to ask her!  Don’t miss this at $15 per person, including tea.  Make your check to Fran Maher, and before June 8, bring it or mail it to Qi Gong for Healing, 67 Mountain Boulevard, Warren NJ 07059.

Cost: $15

More information at:  www.CircleOfIntention.com or 908-647-1563

 

   
   

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Take Shape for Life Win Cowgill...

Win Cowgill, TSFL Regional Director has helped many people get on and stay on the easy and effective Take Shape for Life program for improved health through weight loss.   Fran says, "I've been working with Win for the last several years, and the results achievable with TSFL are really dramatic and rewarding." Come by yourself or bring a friend and learn a little about this.  Next Date To Be Announced. 67 Mountain Boulevard in Warren, No charge.  Questions? Call Fran at 908-647-1563.

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Private Appointments Private Appointments...
To be comfortable and healthy, the vital life force – Qi (energy) – needs to circulate in a balanced way. Discomfort and disease, according to Classical and Traditional Chinese Medical theory, stem from an energy out-of-balance condition. We address this condition in our Qi Gong Healing Practice at our Warren, NJ location. Come visit and experience the benefits of Qi Gong! Learn how you can help balance your own energy to promote your own well-being!
 

 

Qi Healing Typical Session...
A typical session includes energy assessment; application of external Qi for balancing; and instruction in Qi Gong exercises and/or meditations for your specific energy imbalance. Either or both Fran & Brian see you in a session. We conduct these sessions in a conversational mode so that you know what we're doing and why. If you prefer to be seen by either Fran or Brian alone, for whatever your reason, we will honor that and be glad to arrange that if you wish.
 

 

Acupuncture
Fran sees patients for private appointments at her office at 67 Mountain Boulevard in Warrren, NJ. Acupuncture is another effective and safe healing art from China. Applications include pain and many chronic conditions, women's health, men's health, and much more. Acupuncture is based on the same theories of balancing and correcting Qi in the human body. In a quiet and restful setting, hair-thin needles are placed at acupoints on specific meridians to direct the energy. Patients commonly describe the experience as deeply relaxing.  Each patient receives  instruction  in Qi Gong self practices that expedite healing for their particular imbalance.
 

 

 
How to Make an Appointment (Acupuncture or Qi Gong for Healing)…
Call (908) 647-1563 to make an Appointment or if you have a question!

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Demonstrations:
Qi Gong, Tai Chi, or Chinese Medicine
Demonstrations are a wonderful way to learn about and experience Qi to see if you might want to learn more about Qi, Qi Gong and Tai Chi, to attend, or to invite us to your organization. A typical demonstration might contain:

For Qi Gong --

  • Brief background -- what is Qi, Qi Gong, and why practice...
  • Class Exercise -- a Self-Health exercise, during which most participants actually experience Qi
  • Demonstration of External Qi Gong for Healing (on a volunteer)

For Tai Chi --

  • Brief Background -- what is Tai Chi, the different styles, and why practice...
  • Demonstrate Sun Style Tai Chi form
  • Class Exercise: Warm up and Do first 3 Tai Chi movements

For Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture --

  • Brief Background -- Classical & Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Explanation of Branches of Practice
  • Demonstration (when applicable)

We have conducted or assisted in a number of demonstrations for:

  • Colleges and Universities (e.g., Drew & Seton Hall Universities, Cetenary College)
  • Medical Colleges (e.g., Albany Medical College, University of Medicine and Dentistry in New Jersey)
  • Massage Schools (SSMT, Cortiva (NJ & PA campuses)
  • Local Health Practitioner's Offices (e.g., Berkeley Heights Chiropractic Center, Massage Therapy of Chatham)
  • Corporate Sites (e.g., American Standard Headquarters)
  • Public Libraries, Adult Education
  • Niche Interest Groups (e.g., American Yoga Academy, Ryukyu Kempo America Karate Institute, Studio Yoga)

Demonstration is an effective way for people to find out about the above topics and your organization. Why don't you call us to see if one of the demonstrations above (or something similar) would be helpful to you or your business. Call us for arrangements. Have Qi, will travel.

Next Offering: See Class Schedule

 

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Biographical Sketches

Qi Gong related credentials...

In addition to our college degrees back in another life, both Fran and Brian are:

*Graduates of Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China, (2750 hour Certification in Acupuncture/Qi Gong) www.njutcm.edu.cn --an institution recognized by the World Health Organization (United Nations)

*Providers NCCAOM reviewed Professional Development Seminars (PDAs/CEUs)

*Professional members of the National Qigong Association, www.nqa.org

*Trained in Qi Gong and Qi Healing by Dr. Tzu Kuo Shih in his methods, and authorized instructors for his School, the Chinese Healing Arts Center in Danbury CT., www.qihealer.com 

*Trained, Coached, authorized teachers in Tai Chi - focusing on energy flow in proper structural (internal & external) alignment by Ting Kuo-Piao (William Ting), Silver Tiger Tai Chi, in Mount Laurel, NJ., www.silvertigertaichi.com

*Certified in Shiatsu acupressure therapy by the Somerset School of Massage Therapy, www.SSMT.org 

*Co-authors of peer review article included in proceedings of International Conference of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2000 Beijing, “Subtle Method Qi Healing in the Treatment of Anxiety.”

Note: We are fondly aware of the depth of the skills we are continually rediscovering and honing by attending conferences, classes, and private lessons from our teachers. One of our teachers said in class, "You never graduate." Even the best master is continually studying and refining his/her skills.

Individually...

Fran is a Diplomate of Acupuncture, a national credential conferred by Board examination from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, www.nccaom.org . She is licensed to practice acupuncture by the State of New Jersey.

Brian has been a Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in Clinical Qi Gong since 1993.

Fran & Brian have presented or taught classes at area Universities, medical schools, corporate sites, human service agencies, centers for fitness or yoga, martial arts studios, and health care schools/provider sites.

To hear what we sound like, to make an appointment, to ask specific questions--and so forth--please call us.  908-647-1563.

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Book Talk Honestly, we have resisted including a book list... So many references exist - in many languages. Following have been selected as a good introduction to the topic of Qi Gong. (Please remember that Qi Gong is learned experientially with your whole being, not just through the mental process of reading a book. Qi Gong is learned best from a good teacher or coach.)

ARTICLES
Cohen, Kenneth S.
, External Qi Healing: Chinese Therapeutic Touch, found in Qi - The Journal of Traditional Eastern Health & Fitness, summer 1993.
Rothschild, Nina, The Power of Qi, An Ancient Chinese Healing Technique Spreads West, found in Utne Reader, #66, Nov/Dec 1994

BOOKS
Our teacher's book
Shih, Tzu Kuo, Qi Gong Therapy. The Chinese Art of Healing with Energy, Station Hill Press, NY, 1994, ISBN 0-88268-138-9

Yu, Ke Lu (Translation by Lucy Liao), The Essence of Qigong, A Handbook of Qigong Theory and Practice, Abode of the Eternal Tao, Eugene, OR, 1991, ISBN 0-9649912-1-7. (This book isn't exactly a 'How-to" book, but it addresses the essence of Qi Gong in a wonderful way.)

Following books are listed because they are written by "westerners" who have spent a significant time studying and living the "eastern" culture and philosophy. If your background is "western," their writing may appeal to you...

Cohen, Kenneth S., The Way of Qigong, The Art and Science of Chinese Energy Healing, Ballantine Books, New York, 1997, ISBN 0-345-39529-8

Jahnke, Roger, The Healer Within, The Four Essential Self-Care Methods for Creating Optimal Health, Harper San Francisco, 1997, ISBN 0-06-251-476-8
and The Healing Promise of Qi, Creating Extraordinary Wellness Through Qigong and Tai Chi, Contemporary Books (McGraw-Hill), 2002, ISBN 0-8092-9528-8

Reid, Daniel, A Complete Guide to Chi-Gung, Harnessing the Power of the Universe, Shambala, Boston, 2000, ISBN 0-88268-138-9

PERIODICALS
These are web addresses to periodicals which we read; they feature information in their special interest area, subscriptions (if you choose), catalogs of books, videos, etc, and, naturally, articles about Qi Gong:

Qi - the Journal of Traditional Eastern Health & Fitness 
 
www.qi-journal.com 
T'ai Chi, the International Magazine of T'ai Chi Ch'uan 
 www.tai-chi.com 
The Empty Vessel - a Journal of Contemporary Taoism 
 www.abodetao.com 

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Contact Information You can contact Fran &/or Brian:

email:  Info (at) QiGongforHealing (dot) com
(Please insert the proper email formatting for the above email address)
 

phone: (908) 647-1563

We're staying in touch with a monthly eLetter of Events & Classes. To be included on our email list, send your request to Info (at) QiGongforHealing (dot) com. Some of our classes are listed in New Jersey Naturally (Somerset, Middlesex, Hunterdon) monthly publication.

We update out website whenever we have a new scheduling or offering. See if this meets your needs; if not please call or email us because there might be something, a course or offering, in the works which hasn't been posted yet -- or -- maybe, in conversation with you, we can explore an interest you have.

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Links

Links to other Websites:

Our Qi Gong teacher: Tzu-Kuo Shih -- the Chinese Healing Arts Center, where you will find Qi Healing and extensive curriculum of Qi Gong classes, a family practice of acupuncture, herbs, Qi Gong, and a catalog of many articles and teas of interest from China 
www.qihealer.com 

Our Tai Chi teacher: William Ting, a teacher's teacher right here in New Jersey, you will find
references to classes, seminars, and instructional materials & articles
www.silvertigertaichi.com

Our Colleague: Donald Londorf, MD -- Chinese Healing Arts Center - Rochester, NY Branch. He offers TCM, Qi Gong, Acupuncture, Herbs, and Qi Gong Classes
www.qihealer.org

Sun Style & Tai Chi for Arthritis teacher: Paul Lam -- Headquartered in Australia, you will find
many Tai Chi instructional offerings (especially Sun Style Tai Chi)
www.taichiproductions.com

National Qi Gong Association. This website offers information about Qi Gong, an annual conference, and a database reference of Qi Gong practitioners and teachers
www.nqa.org 

The Harvard Medical School has a wonderful reference for Tai Chi
www.health.harvard.edu/newsletters/Harvard_Womens_Health_Watch/2009/May/The-health-benefits-of-tai-chi?print=1

 Sunday, June 19, we were interviewed for ChakRadio. See http://www.experiencenirvana.org/what-matters-most.html current interviews and
http://www.experiencenirvana.org/archive.html for our interview
Check their link to see/hear other interviews...

Other websites we believe are worth visiting. Rather than describe what you will find there, why don't you check them out yourself and form your own opinion...
 www.garynull.com 
www.pcradioshow.org

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Class Schedule 2012 at a Glance...

Weekly Classes at 67 Mountain Boulevard, Warren, NJ

  MONDAY
9-10am Sun Style Tai Chi, Beginner, Fran
10-11am Sun Style 'Tai Chi, Beyond Beginner, Fran
12 Noon Swimming Dragon Qi Gong, Patty (Begins 1st Mon of each Month)
   
  TUESDAY
6:15-7:15am Morning Wuji Qi Gong & Tai Chi, Brian
4:15-5:15pm Wu Ji Qi Gong, all levels, Fran
6:30-7:30pm Sun Style Tai Chi, Beginner, Brian
7:30-8:30pm Beyond Beginner: Deeper Qi Experience (thru Sun/Wuji Tai Chi & Qi Gong),  Brian
   
  WEDNESDAY
6:15-7:15am Morning Tai Chi, Brian (by appointment only)
12:15-1:15pm Lunchtime Sun Style Tai Chi - Beginner, Brian
6:30-7:30pm Wu Ji Jing Gong Tai Chi, Section 1, Fran
7:30-8:30pm Swimming Dragon Qi Gong, Patty (Begins 1st Wed of each Month)
   
  THURSDAY (no classes)
   
  FRIDAY
10-11am Sun Style 73 Competition Form - Tai Chi , Brian
12:30pm Swimming Dragon Qi Gong, Patty (Begins 1st Fri of each Month)
   

All one-hour classes are $45 per month. Seniors (62+) $40
Drop-in attendance is welcome $15 per class. Classes are conducted year-round.

Seminars & Special Events at 67 Mountain Boulevard

Next Qi Healer Intensive 6 Days -- Apr 27-29, May 4-6, 2012
Qi Healer Intensive, 2 more... 6 Days -- Jul 13-15, 20-22, and Oct 5-7, 12-14, 2012
   
Next Qi Therapist Intensive 9 Days -- Feb 3-5, 24-26, & Mar 16-18, 2012 and Aug 3-5, 24-25, Sep 14-16, 2012
Qi Gong for Your Eyes -TBA-
Soaring Crane Qi Gong -TBA-
Allergies  3 Days -- Mar 12, 19, 26, 2012

Guest Presenter & Special Events
see Guest Presenter Events section for details

Something from the Heart -
A Valentine Celebration
(Open House)
Hosted by QiGongforHealing
Staff & Students...
Sat, Feb 11,
11am-4pm
Principles of Alignment & Movement Master William Ting Sat, Mar 24, 2:30-6pm
Introductory Animal Communication Workshop Carol Gurney Sat/Sun, Jun 2-3,
10am-5pm

Tai Chi Classes at other NJ Sites

Madison, Grace Church MONDAY. Sun Style Tai Chi: Beginner: 9:30am (1hr); Beyond Beginner: 10:40am (1hr)
Call 908-647-1563 to register
Westfield, Adult School MONDAY. Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Wu ji) in the Moment : Beginner: 7-8pm; Advanced: 8-9pm
Call (908) 232-4050 to register. Mar 5 - Apr 30, 2012
Madison, Chatham, Florham Park, Adult School WEDNESDAY. Wuji Qi Gong & Tai Chi Style: I (Beginner) 7pm (1hr); II (Beyond Beginner) 8pm (1hr). New Extended Classes: May 18 - Jun 15
Call 973-448-9222 to register
Somerset, Franklin Township Senior Center FRIDAY. Sun Style Tai Chi & Qi Gong. Noon (1hr) - Beginners; 1-2pm Beyond Beginners (1hr).
Call 732-873-2500 to register

Call us for Course Content Information at 908-647-1563                   Call Host Site listed above for registration or directions info...

Join us!     Warm wishes, Fran and Brian Coffey

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