Qigong Term 3 2024 : Wardell Wellbeing Programs

We are thrilled to invite you to another 10 week journey of discovery with this ancient technique guided by experienced practitioner Shawna Ink.  

"THE ART OF SELF MASTERY THROUGH THE DAO OF QIGONG" is an introduction to Qigong with the intention of setting the foundation for continuing beyond this 10 week course. No experience or ability is necessary - this gentle exercise is practical and available for everyone.

[ If you feel there are any barriers to your involvement in this program or you have any questions - please contact Michelle by email wellbeing@wardellcore.community ]

WHAT IS QIGONG
Qigong is the cultivation and harmonising of your life force energy through intentional movement and breath work. 
It can help to:

• Calm the nervous system
• Release trauma
• Ease stress and tension
• Elevate confidence and boost self esteem
• Alleviate arthritis 
• Mitigate emotional stress and anxiety
• Heal your organs, cleanse your blood and boost immune health
• Bring your body/mind/spirit back into balance

These are but a few of the key points to Qigong. It can and will change your life for the better when practiced regularly with intention.

More from Shawna Ink : 

A healthy body fosters a healthy mind. These simple, yet highly effective postures, promote increased cognitive function and improve memory. With a tai chi or Qigong workout, your energy pathways are opened, your internal organs start to work harmoniously as they are cleansed and your mind and body begin to perform in unison. This is truly a workout for your entire being. Whatever we cultivate internally manifests outwardly. There's no sense in toning your physical structure while neglecting your health. 

These simple but effective practices aid in balance, may assist in the building of confidence, the harmoinsing of emotions, increased energy and mental alertness. They foster a sense of belonging and vitality in a fun, informative setting. 

Our brain is positively affected by the three components of Qi practice - mental focus, body movement and breath. The mind focuses to help us with memory, literally creating new neural pathways in the brain. The body movements, coupled with deep breathing, help the energy flow through unrestricted. This aids in the restoration of internal equilibrium, healthy organ function and increased energy.