Qigong and the Chinese Five Phases
IMMERSION TEACHER TRAINING
With Mimi Kuo-Deemer
Next course begins in-person, Oct 14 – 18, 2024
Residential teacher training at The Retreat New Forest
This course is fully booked, and the waiting list now closed.
Please check back later this year for next year’s schedule. Thank you!
With Mimi Kuo-Deemer
Next course begins in-person, Oct 14 – 18, 2024
Residential teacher training at The Retreat New Forest
This course is fully booked, and the waiting list now closed.
Please check back later this year for next year’s schedule. Thank you!
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This five-day immersion training for teachers and teachers in training will be a journey into qigong and its relationship to the Chinese Five Elements/Phases (Wuxin 五行). By honouring our bodies as a microcosm of Nature’s macrocosm, participants will discover how qigong supports our ability to live in greater harmony Nature, which is inherently balanced, harmonious and whole. Interweaving highly experiential practices, Daoist and Buddhist philosophy, practical theory and relevant anatomy, this course will explore how and why qigong can positively impact one’s physical, mental and emotional health. Key concepts and principles that underpin qigong practice will also be integrated and offered as ways to deepen one’s embodiment of the practice as well as offer a springboard for sharing qigong in clear, safe, authentic, and accessible ways.
Each day will include active practices, visualisations and meditations, discussions and applications of theories. Subjects covered include:
Schedule: 9:00 – 5:00 pm daily, October 14 - 28, 2024. Day One: The Great Source of Wholeness – Introduction and overview of concepts, principles and ideas underlying qigong and the Five Elements; exploration of the Wood Element theories, practices and forms Day Two: Where Intention Goes, Energy Flows – Principles of movement, intention and energy flow; exploration of Fire Element theories, practices and forms Day Three: Align the Body, Align the Heart – The spirits and emotions of the Elements; exploration of Earth Element theories, practices and forms Day Four: Movement and Stillness – Structuring a practice, developing narratives and themes; exploration of Metal Element theories, practices and forms Day Five: Harmony and Balance – Sharing qigong authentically, creatively and safely; exploration of Water Element theories, practices and forms Prerequisites:
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Some kind words past participants have shared about this course (offered via Zoom 2021 and 2022)
An excellent course; fabulous manual provided before the course. The course itself was very well structured and clearly delivered with real consideration for the long days on Zoom. I came away feeling I had gained a clear understanding of the 5 Elements and a deeper appreciation of qigong as well as some lovely practices and really useful ideas for improving my offering to my own students. – Melissa Cambell Mimi's training is a journey into the depth of our mind, heart, body and spirit. Flowing though rivers of wise words and a delicate and powerful energetic practice to give new life to the body, it delicately and harmoniously integrates all that is needed to re-emerge to a new depth of physical and spiritual. – Sara Parisi This training was a warm and fruitful island on the vast ocean of knowledge thanks to Mimi's wise, open, supportive, and sympathetic teaching. Her unique approach makes one curious, researching, sharing, confident, and well-knowledged about their practices. I feel lucky that I had a chance to shape my qigong journey with her, a great teacher. – Derya Boyaci Whether you're a movement practitioner or student, this training workshop is a wonderful and transformative journey. Mimi's knowledge is vast and her teaching skills are nothing short of brilliant, creative, engaging and utterly inclusive making this a truly embodied experience. Sensational! – Stella Zack-Idiz |
Course Reading and course book: Each participant will receive a hardcopy course manual with a summary of the content and illustrated guide to forms. It is also advised to read in advance and have a copy of Qigong and the Tai Chi Axis: Nourishing Practices for Body, Mind and Spirit for the course.
Certification: This course is certified by the International Guild of Complementary Therapists (IGCT). Participants will receive a certificate for this training upon completion from Mimi. Should they wish to also receive accreditation through IGCT, they can submit their certificate and join the guild.
Certification: This course is certified by the International Guild of Complementary Therapists (IGCT). Participants will receive a certificate for this training upon completion from Mimi. Should they wish to also receive accreditation through IGCT, they can submit their certificate and join the guild.
Dana and fees:
Administrative fee: There is a £300 administrative fee, payable once your application has been approved.
Teaching fee: The teaching fees will be offered on dana, a Buddhist word meaning generosity and mutual support. A suggested amount of dana is between £250-400. Please offer your dana AFTER the completion of the course. This way, you can offer an amount that you feel supports Mimi in a commensurate way with how much you feel she has supported you through her teachings.
About dana:
Dana is a Buddhist word and teaching that means generosity and support, and works on the idea of reciprocity. With my teachings, I will offer what I hope will best support, guide and nourish you in your practice. In exchange, you are invited to give an offering of dana that reflects the support, guidance and nourishment you feel you have received.
If you are experiencing financial hardship, you are welcome to attend for less than the suggested amount; likewise, if you have more financial means and the teachings have offered you something of value, you are welcome to offer more. I deeply appreciate your support, which allows me to continue offering these classes each week.
Administrative fee: There is a £300 administrative fee, payable once your application has been approved.
Teaching fee: The teaching fees will be offered on dana, a Buddhist word meaning generosity and mutual support. A suggested amount of dana is between £250-400. Please offer your dana AFTER the completion of the course. This way, you can offer an amount that you feel supports Mimi in a commensurate way with how much you feel she has supported you through her teachings.
About dana:
Dana is a Buddhist word and teaching that means generosity and support, and works on the idea of reciprocity. With my teachings, I will offer what I hope will best support, guide and nourish you in your practice. In exchange, you are invited to give an offering of dana that reflects the support, guidance and nourishment you feel you have received.
If you are experiencing financial hardship, you are welcome to attend for less than the suggested amount; likewise, if you have more financial means and the teachings have offered you something of value, you are welcome to offer more. I deeply appreciate your support, which allows me to continue offering these classes each week.
About the venue
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The Retreat New Forest:
The home of wellbeing, in the New Forest The Retreat New Forest is about taking time out to rejuvenate and restore. A community space that is welcoming and nourishing for all. With a host of classes, retreats, workshops, events, treatments and therapies as well as an independent café and restaurant, there is plenty on offer to immerse yourself in the ‘you’ time that you need. An escape from life’s hectic pace, situated in the beautiful New Forest. Options for staying onsite at the Retreat include a 10% discount on rooms. Please email them here, to book. Catering options will also be available; details will be included closer to the time. Visit the Retreat New Forest website |
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