Description of Qigong Workshops

Chinese Soaring Crane Qigong workshop with Eileen Murray

In this two-day workshop, participants will learn the Five Routines of Chinese Soaring crane Qigong, two Remedy Routines for cleansing and healing, and a restful lying down qigong mediation.

The Five Routines are considered the foundation of Soaring Crane Qigong, and consist of five dynamic forms that imitate the nature and movements of the crane. The red-crowned crane has been highly regarded in Chinese lore as a symbol of longevity. It is revered for its elegant movements, and its calm, peaceful demeanor. The Five Routines embody the essential techniques of Chinese Soaring Crane Qigong which open acupoints, clear meridians, and develop the power of the mind to guide the qi.

Given techniques to quiet and calm the mind, one is better able to deal with the challenges of our present life situations. The two Remedy Routines offered are Liver Cleansing, which clears diseased qi from the body through the Liver channel, and the Tonification Stance for building qi.

Participants will enjoy a qigong nap with a laying down qigong meditation that benefits health. With over 30 million practicing world-wide, it is a powerful medical qigong system which can be modified for people with physical challenges and for those living with chronic illness. (However, Soaring Crane Qigong is contraindicated for those diagnosed with psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar, or borderline personality.)