Videos

Qigong Shibashi Set 1:
Gentle Movement for Joint Mobility and Stress Relief 

Discover the life-changing benefits of Qigong Shibashi Set 1. If you are over 50, looking to improve your health or haven't exercised in years, this gentle routine is for you.

Many people believe fitness has to be exhausting or complicated.  But health, mobility and vitality can be achieved through simple, flowing movements that anyone can master.  We aren’t trying to be perfect - we are focusing on the immense health benefits that come from mindful movement, deep breathing and calming the mind. 

Yang Taiji 10-form in 9 videos:
Step-by-Step Instruction for Beginners Over 50 

Also known as 8-form, this is the universally popular first form learned by millions of practitioners worldwide.  The movements are relatively simple and straightforward, but they do take some getting used to.  So take your time. Be patient.

In this tutorial series of nine videos, we only concern ourselves with the movements.  The more esoteric and energetic aspects of Tàijí can be explored in other videos.

For beginners, remember to breath naturally rather than forcing it, bend the knees only slightly to avoid getting too tired too fast and take it very, very slowly.

Mindfulness, Wu Wei & Kaizen:
Tools for Your Personal Renaissance

Many of us approaching or entering our second prime of live after the age of 50 fond there is some internal housekeeping to do. Decades of working life have rusted onto us a mental and emotional armour and sometimes it takes a bit of thought and care to break free of it.

These videos are about philosophy, in particular eastern philosophical ideas like Kaizen and Wu Wei.  They are about letting go, swimming with the currect instead of against it and easing into a more comfortable mindset, to enjoy our personal renaissance in retirement.