Chi Kung

Chi Kung is an amazing system of “energy-exercise” from ancient China. Chi Kung is the cultivation and management of the life force (chi, prana, élan vital) used to create and maintain radiant health and well being. Chi Kung is like music - there are hundreds of variations in method and rhythm yet all have a few essential, common, unifying factors: Practices of stillness and action are balanced. Movements are generally slow, circular, repetitive, graceful and flowing. Each movement is linked to the breath and the intention.

Most Chi Kung has Taoist and shamanic roots and focuses on * being in harmony with nature and our surroundings. Practicing Chi Kung creates a feeling of inner and outer peace and well being. Its power is in its simplicity. If our intention, our energy, and our actions are aligned we will be healthy. If our heart and mind are working in concert, we will be healthy. Chi Kung promotes the un-obstructed flow of life energy (chi) in order to restore and create balance in our system.

"Over the Past 5 years Matthew has become my good friend, my yoga teacher, my spiritual mentor and my training partner. Whether I'm sparring with him during our training sessions or stretching in a yoga pose in his class, I always feel present when I'm in Matthew's company. I recommend Matthew to anyone who seeks to strengthen his or her physical and spiritual muscles."

- DAVID GRUNWALD
CEO, American Sunrise Communities