A.R.M.E.W.
Axial Release Massage & Energy Works
A Mind-Body Experience
Qi Gong
Qi Gong (Chi Gong) is the ancient Chinese Practice of breath control. Proper breathing is essential for mental clarity, balance, and the building of internal strength. Qi Gong is the foundation of internal arts like Tai Chi (Taiji Chuan).
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Qi Gong has its foundation in the Indian and Afrikan Healing Arts. Because of this, it is a great compliment to Yoga and the Martial (Mantu) Arts. Everybody breathes...what separates us is HOW we do it!
T'ai Chi Ch'uan
I practice Master Cheng Man-ch'ing's Yang 37 Short Form T'ai Chi Ch'uan. Master Cheng revolutionized the practice of Tai Chi, popularizing it in the USA. Master Cheng's Short Form emphasizes Qi (chi) cultivation and body mechanics.
Classes are taught weekly over 10 weeks. I teach individual students and groups.
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Unlike traditional ways of learning Tai Chi, where you follow the leader, I walk you through the different steps and explain WHY we do what we do. I find this to be a more effective way to retain the form. Learning the form is just the first step; from there we have the foundation for cultivating qi and advancing knowledge of SELF.
Health Benefits
STRESS RELIEF
Proper breathing is essential to mental clarity. Mental clarity comes from a strong connection between the body and our emotions. Qi Gong Breathing is an essential tool for stress relief and productivity.
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My massage clients know that I emphasize deep, releasing breaths. This is rooted in the Yogic practice of exhaling into your tension. Because the body is a whole machine, we have to treat it as such in order to bring it into balance.
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BALANCE
As we age balance becomes more of a challenge. Establishing a practice that cultivates balance is essential for all ages.
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STRENGTH BUILDING
The slow movements of Qi Gong and Tai Chi are great for building strength on all levels. These practices will assist the casual exerciser as well as the professional athlete.
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SENSITIVITY TO QI
This may be the most important aspect of the two practices. Everything is Qi. Qi is the bioelectric, lifeforce energy that is described in every ancient culture. The more we practice, the more sensitive we become to the presence of Qi in ourselves and in others.