Wisdom from Yin Earth Ox month (starts January 5th): Trust the quiet work you do each day. What you tend patiently now becomes lasting strength later.
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This Is Where Strength Becomes Steady.

Qigong is an ancient internal art of energy cultivation.

It is not fitness.
It is not stretching.
It is not performance.

It is structured, intentional training that strengthens the body, regulates the nervous system, and builds internal power.

At The Reiki Nook, Qigong is taught progressively — with precision and lineage integrity.

You are not here to copy movements.

You are here to build capacity.


What Qigong Develops

Through breath, posture, repetition and focused awareness, Qigong strengthens:

Nervous system regulation
Organ vitality
Emotional resilience
Structural alignment
Energy containment
Mental clarity

Over time, your body becomes steadier.

Your reactions soften.
Your presence strengthens.
Your energy gathers instead of scattering.

This is not a quick fix.

It is cultivation.


Who This Is For

This practice is for people who:

Carry a lot
Think deeply
Feel intensely
Lead quietly
Are ready to build internal stability instead of constantly pushing through

If you are tired of leaking energy, Qigong teaches containment.

If you are overwhelmed, Qigong builds regulation.

If you are strong but exhausted, Qigong teaches sustainable strength.


How Classes Work

Classes are structured and progressive.

You will learn:

Foundational stances
Breath regulation
Elemental forms
Organ-based conditioning
Flow sequences
Internal awareness practices

Each term builds on the last, incorporating elemental cycles.

Consistency creates results.


The Difference at The Nook

I do not teach diluted movement.

I teach energy cultivation.

This means:
Clear instruction.
Strong foundations.
Calm authority.
Space to grow.

You will not be rushed.
You will not be pushed beyond your capacity.
You will be guided to build it.


Classes

Foundations
Build posture, breath, and structural strength.

Qi Development
Refine awareness, deepen internal flow, strengthen containment.

5 Force Fit

Build physical and energetic strength through the 5 elements.

Community Class
Accessible practice rooted in shared cultivation.


The Result

A regulated nervous system.
A grounded body.
Clearer decisions.
Stronger boundaries.
Sustainable vitality.

Not dramatic change.

Deep change.


Begin Here

If you are ready to cultivate steadiness instead of chasing energy…

Join us.

Seasonal Term Structure

8-Week Terms + Earth Integration Weeks

Whilst we practice qigong all year round, we follow the Five Element seasonal cycle, each term lasting 8 weeks, with 2 weeks of Element Integration between terms.

Winter (Water) – Kidney & Bladder

Spring (Wood) – Liver & Gallbladder

Summer (Fire) – Heart & Small Intestine

Late Summer (Earth) – Spleen & Stomach

Autumn (Metal) – Lungs & Large Intestine

This flow keeps the body aligned with nature’s rhythm and supports emotional, energetic, and physical resilience.

Class Pathways

Qigong Foundations (Pronounced chi-gong)

Strengthen. Open. Regulate.

Your introduction to qigong and the ideal practice for beginners or those rebuilding their energy.

In Foundations you will learn:

core stances

breathwork

foundational flows

seasonal forms

standing meditation

Gentle, grounding, strengthening.

Dynamic Flow

Lengthen. Unwind. Gently Energise.

Dynamic Flow is a steady, accessible class that weaves together flowing qigong forms with deep, mindful stretching.

It’s perfect if you:

feel tight, achy, or “stuck” in your body

sit for long periods

want to build flexibility without pushing into pain

love the idea of movement that feels like a moving meditation

This is qigong plus stretch — fluid, kind, and deeply unwinding.

Qigong Deeper Practice

Yin-style, Qi Development & Stillness

A quieter, more meditative class designed to expand your Qi capacity, regulate emotions, and develop internal awareness.

Includes:

standing stillness

breath-led movement

dantian work

soft flow sets

energy refinement

Perfect for those craving slow practice, stillness, and deeper internal cultivation, and who attends other classes.

5 Force Fit: Dynamic Qigong

Strength • Mobility • Flow • Breath • Qi

A dynamic session blending qigong with functional strength and mobility.

You’ll build:

joint stability

tendon + fascia strength

flexibility

cardiovascular flow

energetic resilience

Still gentle. Still low-impact. But with heat, challenge, and power.

Community Qigong

When your body’s tired, your mind is noisy, or you just need somewhere to land, this class gives you a gentle way back into yourself.


You’ll move slowly, breathe deeply, and feel the steadiness return — without pressure, performance, or expectations.


Held every Sunday morning and offered by donation, this class is open to all levels.
Ideal if you’re new to Qigong or just need space to soften.

CLASS PASS AND MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

Frequently asked questions

People describe qigong at The Nook as:

  • grounding

  • calming

  • strengthening

  • emotionally regulating

  • like “coming home to the body”

  • deeply meditative

  • a reset for the nervous system

This practice meets you exactly where you are — gently, steadily, without force.

No, beginners are welcome.

Everything is offered with options; you can sit, reduce range of motion, or rest anytime.

Comfortable clothing you can move in, a water bottle, and an extra layer in cooler months. Everything like mats, bolsters, pillows, and blankets are provided for you.

You’re welcome to join at the beginning of a term, or try a casual class first to see how it feels in your body.

Wednesday

Feb. 25

No events scheduled

Thursday

Feb. 26

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Friday

Feb. 27

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Saturday

Feb. 28

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Sunday

Mar. 01

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Monday

Mar. 02

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Tuesday

Mar. 03

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