I’m incredibly excited about combining these 2 passions to offer a beautiful morning that will leave you feeling deeply grounded, calm and at peace with yourself and the Nature around you.
WHY QIGONG AND FOREST BATHING?
I have an extensive background in dance and conscious movement and lived in China for a year where i studied Qigong, Tai Chi and Kung Fu. Dance and movement have always been a passion for mine, but up until now, I have not introduced them into my outdoor nature connection workshops.
WHAT IS QIGONG?
I recently completed a refresher course in Qigong and was once again reminded how wonderful it is to practice and how connected to Nature it is! Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that incorporates simple mindful movement, breath and meditation. It is also traditionally practised outside in parks or woodlands and includes a vast amount of references to Nature and exercises that connect you to the energy of the Earth and Sky.
I actually cant believe it has taken me so long to introduce it into my workshops and retreats because it fits so well with Forest Bathing and can absolutely enhance the experience. We get deeply connected to our bodies in Qigong and then can connect more powerfully with Nature when we move onto Forest Bathing and connect with our senses to be present and bathe in the atmosphere of Nature.
You do not need experience in either Qigong or Forest Bathing, they are both simple and gentle practices and I guide you through the morning with ease and flow. You also don’t need a change of clothes and would only advise you are comfortable in what you wear and have comfortable shoes.
9:50am – Meet at parking location which is provided upon booking
10:00am – Welcome and gentle walk to location
10:15am – Workshop begins with Qigong session
11:00am – Forest Bathing session begins
12:30pm – Tea & Snacks with Closing Circle and Reflections
1:00pm – Close
