USHQA HEALTH QIGONG PROGRAM 2022

Five Animal (五禽戏 Wuqinxi) Qigong

 

Five Animal Qigong (五禽戏 Wuqinxi) is a Health Qigong practice that imitates the movements of animals and birds.         

Wuqinxi was developed by Hua Tuo 蕐佗, a physician of the Eastern Han Dynasty (202BC-220AD) whose inspiration came from the observation of tigers, deer, bears, monkeys and birds. He observed that wild creatures regularly performed certain movements which can be replicated in order to sooth the nervous system, build the constitution and strengthen the body.     

This practice is safe and suitable for all ages and all conditions of health.

 

Two levels of practice will be offered this year, both taught by Coach Christopher Pei from the United States Wushu Academy:

 

1. Five Animals/ Wuqinxi Advanced Daoshi Program - for Teacher Trainees

       - For USWA students committed to deepening their knowledge and understanding by teaching or sharing the teachings.
         To earn the Daoshi diploma, class attendance, assignments, personal practice and exam participation are mandatory.
       - (12) 1.5-hour long intensive classes between January-May 2022
       - Classes meet via Zoom from 10-11:30aET on specific Sundays on the following dates:
         Jan 16, Jan 23, Feb 6, Feb 13, Feb 27, Mar 6, Mar 20, Mar 27, April 3, April 10, April 24, May 1
       - In addition to the classes taught by Coach Pei, there will be opportunities for additional practice sessions and group study.
       - Tuition: $800

2.Five Animals/ Wuqinxi All-Levels Program

       - Open to everyone (invite your friends and family!)
         Daoshi Program students are also encouraged to attend this program.
       - (6) 1-hour long classes between May-June 2022
       - Classes meet via Zoom from 10-11aET on Sundays on the following dates:
         May 15, May 22, June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26 (no class May 29)
       - Tuition: $150 students 18-64; $120 students 65+ and 2022 Daoshi Program students

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Tuition can be paid via check made out to USHQA
Mail to USHQA, 2979 Prosperity Avenue, Fairfax, VA 22031
Zoom codes will be sent upon receipt of tuition.

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QIGONG and TAIJI VIRTUAL CLASSES

 

Please join us for virtual Qigong (Qi Gong) and Taiji (Tai Chi) classes until we can return to our regular class schedule.

If you are not a current USWA or USHQA student, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out how to become part of our community!

 

Yang-style Taiji (Tai Chi)*

Tuesday and Thursday 7:00PM

Saturday 10:00AM

Chen-style Taiji (Tai Chi)*

Tuesday and Thursday 8:00PM

Saturday 11:00AM

 

 STARTING JANUARY 3, 2022!

Taiji and Qigong Essentials: Life Skills to Reduce Stress and Cultivate Focus

Next 16-class course starts January 3, 2022

Mondays and Wednesdays 8:00pm ET

Each virtual class is 45 minutes

*Please note that the Taiji (Tai Chi) and Essentials classes are taught by the US Wushu Academy. More info can be found at www.uswushuacademy.org.

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ONGOING WEEKLY HEALTH QIGONG CLASSES: 

We offer two different Qigong classes via Zoom per week. Each class requires a separate registration each session.

Next session begins January 2022 

Each session entitles students to up to ten classes in their chosen class in a ten-week period.

Note: There are no carry-overs, make-ups or refunds.

All classes are held virtually for now. 

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