What started out as a simple chi-gong class, sharing the Chi-Lel form I learned in China, has evolved over several years into “Embodied Anatomy & Chi-gong” …

and it’s still evolving!

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The evolution of my teaching has been fostered by a deep desire to explore and integrated my varied background – all the bits and pieces that have lit me up & intrigued me about the body/mind relationship - an exploration that spans (wow) 50 years.

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I continue and will continue to invite, to explore, to seek practices that support our healing… and, support us in graceful ageing.

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What’s unique is that we explore anatomy through direct experience of the body. A powerful distinction.

 

Embodied Anatomy

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Embodied Anatomy reveals the wisdom and beauty of your living body.

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As we meet our anatomy with curiosity and awareness, the medicine of movement and sound becomes medicine. We gently and lovingly guide expanded consciousness into the body for transformation, healing and a fully lived embodied experience.

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Through the integration of Chi-gong, mindful movement, breathwork, sounding, guided awareness, and restorative practices, we awaken the body's innate capacity for balance, vitality, and healing.

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We take the body into a deep dive through direct experience.

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We’ll focus on different body systems—such as the heart and circulation, liver and cleansing pathways, kidneys and vitality, lungs and respiration, fascia, lymphatics, and much more. Through movement, visualization, breath, and energy practices, we develop a "felt-sense" relationship with the structures and systems that support our health and well-being.

 

Felt-sense - the ability to feel / recognize internal sensations and energy flow.

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As awareness deepens, participants often discover greater ease of movement, improved posture, enhanced energy flow, reduced stress, and a stronger connection between body, mind, and spirit.

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The class invites curiosity, self-discovery, and a renewed relationship with the intelligence that lives within us.

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Whether you are seeking healing, increased vitality, relief from long-held patterns of imbalance, or simply a deeper connection to yourself, Embodied Anatomy & Chigong offers a practical and transformative pathway toward empowered health.

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In our weekly classes, we explore:

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• Restorative Movement - emphasizes a range from: mindful movements that prioritize recovery, and self-care - to energizing the body through fluid stretch and breath

• Variations of Lift Chi Up Pour Chi Down - Chi-Lel Method

• Sound Healing Practice

• Guided Meditation

• Meditative Visualization

• Breath Practices

 

My Chi-gong Experience

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In 1995, I took my first Chi-gong weekend workshop in San Francisco with Luke Chan. (Chi-Lel Chi-gong)

 

I was blown away with what I was learning and what I was feeling, so when the opportunity came up in 1996, to travel with Luke for the first level of certification at the Medicine-less Hospital in Qinhuangdao, China, I was in!

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This renowned center was founded by Dr. Pang, a Chigong grandmaster who was a physician trained in both Western medicine and Chinese traditional medicine.

It was an intense 3-week journey and it was extraordinary to witness all the healing that happened at "The Center".

 

I have lots of stories about that trip!​

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Benefits:

Your inner energy flow will begin to align with the flow of "Universal Chi". This activates healing, reduces stress, and cultivates a general sense of well-being as stagnant or blocked energy patterns shift. The practice of sounding through the organ systems in Chi-gong will nourish the connectivity and harmony between all systems.  

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1.     Enhances energy flow: Gentle movements, breath awareness, and focused intention help to improve the flow of Chi throughout the body. When the energy flows smoothly, it can enhance vitality and strengthen the body's systems.

2.     Reduces stress and promotes relaxation: The practice can reduce stress levels and induce a state of deep relaxation. By activating the body's relaxation response, Chi-gong can lower blood pressure, decrease muscle tension, and alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression.

3.     Boosts the immune system: The gentle movements, breathing and sounding stimulate the flow of lymphatic fluid and blood, supporting the body's natural defense mechanisms and improving overall immune function.

4.     Improves balance and coordination: The practice can improve balance, coordination and proprioception (perception or awareness of the position and movement of the body) reducing the risk of falls and enhancing overall physical stability.

5.     Enhances flexibility and strength: Regular practice can help improve joint mobility, muscle tone, and overall physical fitness.

6.     Supports mental and emotional well-being: Class combines physical movement with mental focus and meditation. This integrated practice can help calm the mind, reduce emotional distress, and improve overall mental well-being.

7.     Improves respiratory function: Class emphasizes breath awareness which can expand lung capacity, improve oxygen uptake, and enhance respiratory function.

8.     Promotes self-awareness and mindfulness: Class supports developing a heightened sense of self-awareness and mindfulness. By focusing attention on the present moment, our practice cultivates a deeper mind-body connection, helping individuals to better understand and respond to their physical, mental, and emotional needs.

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Over the years in my private practice, I’ve had many clients that come in with serious imbalances, from Parkinson’s to Chronic Pain to MS. I have full belief that a committed Chi-gong practice would make a huge difference in the quality of their lives.

 

Whether you have a serious imbalance, desire more energy, are interested in reducing stress, or enjoy the practice as a preventive measure, consider Chi-gong & Embodied Anatomy as an essential component in your wellness plan!

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                 Weekly classes, in-person, virtual or on-demand.

            Private Coaching for Healing Support geared towards your needs.

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