The Noble School of Qigong and Tai Chi is conducting a study on the effects of Qigong on sleep quality. Qigong is an internal “Authentic Qi” energy healing practice integrating “Authentic Qi” energy exercises with breathing, meditation, and gentle movements. Qigong has been used for thousands of years to increase health, strength and longevity. The Ancient Qigong masters created the foundations of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
We are looking for individuals that are insomniacs (individuals whose poor sleep quality is affecting their health and quality of life), who are committed to finding a drug-free solution to their sleep disorder. In the Qigong sleep study classes, the selected individuals will learn specific exercises to balance internal energies directly related to the quality of one’s sleep. To see if you are eligible for the study, please click the link below to be directed to a screening questionnaire. We will contact you if you pre-qualify for the study.
What is Qi or Chi energy? I had a friend recently say to me “It’s like all in your head, right? The Qi?” Wrong. I once told a Yoga instructor I was taking Qigong lessons and she said “Oh, I love those little dances you do.” This is not the type of Qigong that has worked for me, the kind that actually generates qi energy. The kind of Qigong I practice is Yi Ren Qigong, created from ancient Chinese Traditions.
Qi energy is not something imagined or a trick: It has to be felt to be believed and cannot be fully explained or understood with words. However, the Qi can energize your mind and body and bring balance to both: I have felt it work in my life and have been practicing Qigong and Tai Chi since the fall. However, in order for one to truly feel qi, one has to practice Qigong and Tai Chi correctly. Enter my teacher Brendan Thorson.
I remember feeling really unbalanced and moody/depressed off and on over the least few years. There could be a plethora of reasons for this, but they are not important. I looked for answers everywhere: herbs, anti-anxiety and depression meds, exercise, meditation etc, all of which worked a little, but not enough. One day I spoke with Brendan Thorson at the gym where I workout, and he told me about his new career path as a Qigong/Tai Chi instructor. So I decided to check out one of his intro-classes. What I was in for was a sensation I have never felt before. It was as if I discovered a well of energy within my body.
The first time I experienced Qi, it felt as though static electricity was traveling up my arms and down my torso. It was subtle the first two sessions of Qigong, but over the ensuing weeks, became stronger and stronger.
Of course, everybody has bad days, right? I recently had a horrible day and was going completely bonkers. That evening I attended a Qigong review session with Brendan Thorson and afterwards, felt more balanced and more energized. My sour attitude even changed from grumpy to at ease and optimistic. I felt stronger when going to the gym after the class, where (in addition to lifting weights) I practiced the natural progression of Qigong, Tai Chi: The two complement each other wonderfully. Moreover (although this takes awhile for most to develop this sense) , I do not crave “junk food” as much as my body is more able to decipher which foods are good and which are bad for my particular system, almost by sense of smell or intuition. I am not kidding. This is not to say that everyone will develop this sense as quickly, but most people will definitely feel the Qi, and it will help them restore balance and rejuvenate their bodies.
“I started taking Qi Gong with Brendan Thorson over a year ago. I had never taken a Qi Gong class before and didn’t know what to expect. During the very first class I began to feel a startling sensation: a magnetic, taffy-like energy between my hands and a current spiraling from my head through the core of my body. Admittedly, I was both unsettled and full of wonder about what this mysterious feeling was. It was Qi, and my new awareness of it would change my life. Later that day after my first class, I began to feel discomfort in my chest as if a cork were stuck and trying to burst. I remember thinking that I wasn’t so sure Qi was a good thing! In retrospect, I understand that the Qi was working to push through years of stagnant accumulation in my chest—feelings I had held onto that were impeding my health, my ability to be open, and in general my ability to “go with the flow.” Within a couple more classes with Brendan my chest became clear, the discomfort went away, and I began to experience a strong connection with Qi during my practices. During some practices the Qi felt like a gentle, cleansing waterfall through my head and hands. I could take a deep breath. I was sleeping better at night. I was feeling more vitality. A light that I hadn’t seen in my eyes for a while returned. My skin seemed to glow. I was happier and feeling more in tune with myself, connected with others, and more at ease with the ebb and flow of the universe. I became dedicated to cultivating Qi and to continuing to strengthen my reserves and to leading a more aware, healthy and balanced lifestyle.
Recently I moved from Seattle to Los Angeles. What I have missed most is Brendan’s class! Whenever I come back to Seattle to visit I always try to participate in as many of Brendan’s classes as I can. Brendan’s classes even partly inspired me to begin studyingTraditional Chinese Medicinein Los Angeles. I love my classes and am excited to be on this new path. I am grateful to say that Brendan’s Qi Gong class and my personal discovery of the wonders of Qi cultivation have enhanced my life. I wholeheartedly recommend Brendan’s classes to anyone who is curious about exploring Qi Gong.”
I have been studying Qigong with Brendan Thorson for 8-months now and it has been incredible. I am currently a student pursuing an engineering degree, have many areas of interest in metaphysics, have taken roughly 7-years of yoga pursued with a devotion to connecting deeply to myself and my surroundings. Yoga has definitely shifted myself and the dynamic relationship with the world both internally and externally. At a certain point in my yoga training I ungrounded myself and it took me several years to find something that would be effective for me with where I was and allow me to take it further and deeper, once I was able to ground myself and could return to the homeostasis state. I found the ability to not only ground myself in qigong but take the experience even further. As with how yoga opened my eyes to how amazing life could become if your bliss is nurtured, so to with qigong although totally different, amazing in another way entirely. I began to feel the energy pathways of my organs, certain chronic pains from joints and my back have for the most part healed themselves and I can feel them continuing to do so J. I have found it to be absolutely incredible and will continue exploring it probably for many years. It has the potential to be paradigm shifting and exponentially amazing. The greatest impact has been to my overall sense of well-being, being grounded and tapping into and releasing the stored emotional baggage [Energy Blockages] with the strength from being grounded and the presence of mind to comfortably engage and set free these past issues putting that bounce back into my step and the wonderful feeling of feeling healthy and that it can keep getting better.
Some of the benefits I’ve experienced:
A growing sense of well being as my deep internal energy levels have improved
Certain chronic ailments are no longer causing me trouble (my knees, and rotator cuff)
Increased retention in my studies
Starting to feel the internal energy from my organs and the meridians as they circulate within my body
I generally sleep less and feel much more rested with the less sleep (which has been awesome!)
Im becoming able to maintain my sense of the self I want to be even when under stressful situations and have the presence of mind during so to act as I would feel good about after 🙂 which can be developed with any meditation yet in Qigong it is definitely uniquely incredible.
Over all I am finding that with this meditation I am building and nurturing a metaphorical “ball rolling down a hill”, as my greater energy levels are increasing. Its not particularly difficult but is definitely something to take seriously if you have interest in biological energy fields especially your own.
I am deeply grateful for this opportunity I have been given to study with Brendan.
Consultations: Instructor Brendan Thorson LMP, has over 15 years experience practicing and learning this 5,000 year old science of energetic medicine. He has developed special abilities from his years of training to sense where his clients have energetic imbalances and how to use the Qigong (Energy Work) to help balance their energy system (Health & Vitality). He works with the organ and glandular systems, chakras and Acupuncture energy pathways. He also gives personalized Qigong guidance to each individual and additional guidance that could range from food, lifestyle choices, energy psychology (emotional and mental well being), to the incorporation of seeing other health care professionals. Brendan’s guidance will vary from client to client based on their individual situation. During Brendan’s Consultations:
Stage 1:
After initial consultation, he will energetically support and guide energy to specific areas of the client to upgrade and balance their energies.
Stage 2:
Energetically teach and practice specific qigong exercises with each individual client to further balance their health and energies.
Stage 3:
Prescribe specific qigong exercises for the client to do at home.
Each consultation is personalized for each individual and the above session stages (1, 2, & 3) are often combined together during the sessions.
Private Lessons: Private Lessons are for anyone from a first time student to a 10 or more year veteran of Qigong. They are all personalized for each individual regardless of their level of development and are for anyone seeking personalized guidance with their practice like:Tool Online Fast furious legacy Coins
A new or experienced student preferring private lessons over group classes
Someone wanting to get started with the a level of training before they can take it in a group class
A student wanting to learn more advanced training or deepen their practice
A student seeking to move past an area that they are stuck
An experienced student who wants personalized guidance and support with their practice and development
Qigong: Energy Activation & Informational with Instructor Brendan Thorson
(Open to all. Beginning to advanced qigong students)
Experience and learn the theory behind medical qigong from an anatomical, physiological, and psychological perspective to enhance mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. Receive insight regarding some of the numerous health benefits of qigong for self-care, strengthening and balancing the vitality of all the human anatomical systems like the immune, nervous and endocrine systems for a stronger immune system, and improved sleep quality. We will also, do qigong exercises to activate our energy field, the kidneys and relax the Adrenal Glands to support the participants to sense the energy feel refreshed, recharged and relaxed all at the same time.
April, 2017
When: April 21, 8-10pm
Where: City Wellness Collective. 141 W. 28th Str, Suite 301, New York, NY 10001
Part 2: June 17 & 18Qigong Level 1, Part 2: Internal Qi Activation & Cultivation:Activation & Development of Nervous System, Marrow & Brain Gates
When: Sat/Sun, June 17 & 18, 10am – 5:30pm
Where: New York (Manhattan), NY.
How Long: Two 6hr. classes, with a one hour lunch each day.
Instructor: Brendan Thorson
Purchase Options:
Discounts and Work-Trades:
Discounts–Based on an individual basis–some required to do a partial work-trade
Work-Trade only–6-month minimum commitment required for a work-trade
Contact Brendan to see if you qualify
Payment Questions?
Forms of acceptable payment: Pay Pal, Credit Card or Cash,
Call or email with all payment questions: 206-354-8216 or QigongEdu@gmail.com
To use PAY PAL for odd or adjusted payments… use PAY PAL and make payment to: QigongEdu@gmail.com
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellations received up to five working days before the workshop are refundable, minus a $25.00 registration service charge. After that, cancellations are subject to the entire workshop fee, which you may apply toward a future workshop. Please note that if you do not cancel and do not attend, you are still responsible for payment.
$165 by 4/6[wp_cart: April-May 2014, Level-1 early:price:165:end]$185 by 4/15[wp_cart: April-May 2014, Level-1 :price:185:end]$200 day of[wp_cart: April-May 2014, Level-1 day of :price:200:end]
Details: Late Spring
When: Mondays 6/2- 7/7, 7-9pm
Where: 5623 University Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105.
How Long: 6/2hr. classes
Purchase Options
$165 by 5/23[wp_cart: June/July, Level-1 early:price:165:end]$185 by 6/1[wp_cart: June/July, Level-1 :price:185:end]$200 day of[wp_cart: June/July, Level-1 day of :price:200:end]
Late enrollment of weekly classes is available for new students–contact Brendan for details.
*$20 Discount for multiple family members. $30 Discount for full time students & low income Senior Citizens. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
*$10 Discount for multiple family members. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
CE Hours/PDA Credits
12 CE Hours for Massage Therapists Available for This Class
Get CE Hours for this class: $40
[wp_cart: Massage CEs :price:40:end]Discounts on classes are not valid when the class is being taken for CE Hours/PDA Credits.
Level Two: Activating & Developing the Internal Organ Energy Pathways
$165 by 4/7[wp_cart: April/May, Level-2 early:price:165:end]$185 by 4/16[wp_cart: April/May, Level-2 :price:185:end]$200 day of[wp_cart: April/May, Level-2 day of :price:200:end]
Details – Late Spring
When: Wednesdays 5/28- 7/2, 7- 9pm
Where: 5623 University Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
How Long: 6/2hr. Classes
Purchase Options
$165 by 5/18[wp_cart: May-July, Level-2 early:price:165:end]$185 by 5/27[wp_cart: May-July, Level-2 :price:185:end]$200 day of[wp_cart: May-July, Level-2 day of :price:200:end]
Late enrollment of weekly classes is available for new students–contact Brendan for details.
*$20 Discount for multiple family members. $30 Discount for full time students & low income Senior Citizens. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
*$10 Discount for multiple family members. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
For Internal & External Strength & a Peaceful Mind(Completion of Level 2 or instructor permission required) Yi Ren® Qigong
Details – Spring
When: Tuesdays 4/15- 5/20, 7:30- 9:30pm
Where: 5623 University Way NE Seattle, WA 98105
How Long: 6/2hr. Classes
Purchase Options
$165 by 4/5[wp_cart: April/May, Move w/Qi early:price:165:end]$185 by 4/14[wp_cart: April/May, Move w/Qi :price:185:end]$200 day of[wp_cart: April/May, Move w/Qi day of :price:200:end]
Late enrollment of weekly classes is available for new students–contact Brendan for details.
*$20 Discount for multiple family members. $30 Discount for full time students & low income Senior Citizens. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
*$10 Discount for multiple family members. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
Development of the Yang Energy Body: For Strength, Protection and Internal Peace
(Completion of Level Two required) Yi Ren® Qigong
Details – Late Spring
When: Tuesdays 5/27 – 7/1, 7:30- 9:30pm
Where: 5623 University Way NE Seattle, WA 98105
How Long: 6/2hr. Classes
Purchase Options
$165 by 5/17[wp_cart: May-July, Jing Rou early:price:165:end]$185 by 3/3[wp_cart: May-July, Jing Rou :price:185:end]C. $200 day of[wp_cart: May-July, Jing Rou day of :price:200:end]
Late enrollment of weekly classes is available for new students–contact Brendan for details.
*$20 Discount for multiple family members. $30 Discount for full time students & low income Senior Citizens. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
*$10 Discount for multiple family members. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
Level Three: Activation of the Extraordinary Meridians
Development of Brain, Endocrine & Nervous System & Energy Protection Network
(Completion of Level 2 required) Yi Ren® Qigong
Details – Spring
When: Mondays 4/14- 5/19, 7- 9pm
Where: 5623 University Way NE Seattle, WA 98105
How Long: 6/2hr. Classes
Purchase Options
$165 by 4/4[wp_cart: April/May, Level-3 early:price:165:end]$185 by 4/13[wp_cart: April/May, Level-3 :price:185:end]$200 day of[wp_cart: April/May, Level-3 day of :price:200:end]
Details – Late Spring
When: Thursdays 5/29- 7/3, 7- 9pm
Where: 5623 University Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
How Long: 6/2hr. Classes
Purchase Options
$165 by 5/19[wp_cart: May-July, Level-3 early:price:165:end]$185 by 5/28[wp_cart: May-July, Level-3 :price:185:end]$200 day of[wp_cart: May-July, Level-3 day of :price:200:end]
Late enrollment of weekly classes is available for new students–contact Brendan for details.
*$20 Discount for multiple family members. $30 Discount for full time students & low income Senior Citizens. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
*$10 Discount for multiple family members. One discount per/ person. Pay regular price, send email with details and will receive refund via Pay Pal.
Discounts and Work-Trades:
Discounts–Based on an individual basis–some required to do a partial work-trade
Work-Trade only–6-month minimum commitment required for a work-trade
Contact Brendan to see if you qualify
Payment Questions?
Forms of acceptable payment: Pay Pal, Cash, or Check
Call or email with all payment questions: 206-354-8216 or TaichiQigongSeattle@gmail.com
Checks* Make Checks payable to Brendan Thorson and send to: 125 NE 62nd St. Seattle, WA 98115 *(If Sending a check in the mail: please Call or Email to let us know it is on the way)
To use PAY PAL for odd or adjusted payments… use PAY PAL and make payment to: TaichiQigongSeattle@gmail.com
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Class Series and Seminars
Cancellations received up to five working days before the class or seminar are refundable, minus a $25.00 registration service charge. After that, cancellations are subject to the entire class or seminar fee, which you may apply toward a future class or seminar. Please note that if you do not cancel and do not attend, you are still responsible for payment.
Missed Class Makeup Policy
48hr notice and instructor permission required to qualify for makeup class/es Policy with a maximum of 2-makeup classes allowed per class series (*exceptions and flexibility are available on an individual basis for those whose schedule dictates– prior communication with Brendan is necessary to create a workable agreement).
If a new level 1 student wants to makeup the exact class they missed from their series then they have 60 days to makeup the exact missed class/es at no extra charge. But, after 60 days the student has to pay a drop in rate for each class attended.
If a student wants to make up a missed class/es by taking the same or different class than the exact class missed then they have 30 days from the missed class date to take another class to makeup the missed class/es. In this scenario the student can go to any other class in a class series or an introductory class, but the class they use for the makeup can not be at a level higher than what they have already completed. Contact Brendan to reserve your makeup class/es
Review classes are not allowed as a makeup class.
Drop In Class Policy
Drop in classes can only be taken by students who have completed a class series of Yi Ren Qigong with permission from Brendan Thorson. Contact Brendan to see about attending a Drop-in class
9-Levels of Training in the Qigong system. Levels 1-3 are the basic Qigong training to activate and develop the complete energy body-All the energy pathways, organs, chakras, endocrine glands, brain etc.
It includes two basic components or areas of emphasis: Intrinsic and Extrinsic Qigong. Intrinsic Qigong refers to communication and interaction within the mind-body-soul with Qi cultivation; Extrinsic Qigong encompasses the interactions between individuals and their environment, including other people, society, and nature through Qi communications.
Qigong focuses on the development of three energetic bodies:
Internal energy body (energetic matrix and Qi communication net-work) development
Internal transformative body development
Internal law body development
Extrinsic Qigong focuses on the applications of Yin/Yang theory, five phases transforming theories, the codes of energy flow, and Yi Jing in advanced internal cultivation and in treating others for healing sessions and for improving the quality of people’s life.
Activation of the Internal Power Station/ Life Gate & Kidneys
The first step in the Yi Ren Qigong training, and advanced training for repeating students. For repeating students, (whether beginner, advanced or expert) the energy grows and deepens in your system with every passing class to support one to reach higher levels of development.
Balancing of the Yin/Yang Energies
Grounding the Internal Energies
Activation of the Small Universe, (also known as the microcosmic orbit or the small heavenly cycle).
Introductory Class, Dates Planned for April coming soon.
Yi Ren® Qigong: Energy Activation & Informational with Instructor Brendan Thorson
(Open to all. Beginning to advanced qigong students)
Experience and learn the theory behind medical qigong from an anatomical, physiological, and psychological perspective to enhance mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. Receive insight regarding some of the numerous health benefits of qigong for self-care, strengthening and balancing the vitality of all the human anatomical systems like the immune, nervous and endocrine systems for a stronger immune system, and improved sleep quality. We will also, do qigong exercises to activate our energy field, the kidneys and relax the Adrenal Glands to support the participants to sense the energy feel refreshed, recharged and relaxed all at the same time.
April, 2017
When:
Where:
How Long: 2hrs.
Cost:$
Purchase Options Coming Soon:Call or Email Brendan with Questions:
Seattle
Introductory Class, July 14th & July 20th.
Yi Ren® Qigong: Energy Activation & Informational with Instructor Brendan Thorson
(Open to all. Beginning to advanced qigong students)
Experience and learn the theory behind medical qigong from an anatomical, physiological, and psychological perspective to enhance mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. Receive insight regarding some of the numerous health benefits of qigong for self-care, strengthening and balancing the vitality of all the human anatomical systems like the immune, nervous and endocrine systems for a stronger immune system, and improved sleep quality. We will also, do qigong exercises to activate our energy field, the kidneys and relax the Adrenal Glands to support the participants to sense the energy feel refreshed, recharged and relaxed all at the same time.
July 14th, 2016
When: Thursday, 7/14, 7- 8:30pm
Where: Cuddle Club. 6417 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle, WA 98136.
Part 1: JulyYi Ren® Qigong Level 1, Part 1: Internal Qi Activation & Cultivation:Activation & Development of Kidneys, Energy Centers & Internal Grounding
A. When: Sat/Sun, 7/30 & 7/31, 10am – 5:30pm
Where: Cuddle Club. 6417 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle, WA 98136.
How Long: Two 6hr. classes, with a one hour lunch each day.
Purchase Options:1. For Non-CE Credit & Non-UW staff1. REGISTER >2. For Continuing Education credit & UW staff2. REGISTER >
Part 2: JuneYi Ren® Qigong Level 1, Part 2: Internal Qi Activation & Cultivation:Activation & Development of Nervous System, Marrow & Brain Gates
When: Sat/Sun, 6/25 & 6/26, 10am – 5:30pm
Where: Cuddle Club. 6417 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle, WA 98136.
How Long: Two 6hr. classes, with a one hour lunch each day.
Discounts–Based on an individual basis–some required to do a partial work-trade
Work-Trade only–6-month minimum commitment required for a work-trade
Contact Brendan to see if you qualify
Payment Questions?
Forms of acceptable payment: Pay Pal, Cash, or Check
Call or email with all payment questions: 206-354-8216 or TaichiQigongSeattle@gmail.com
Checks* Make Checks payable to Brendan Thorson and send to: 125 NE 62nd St. Seattle, WA 98115 *(If Sending a check in the mail: please Call or Email to let us know it is on the way)
To use PAY PAL for odd or adjusted payments… use PAY PAL and make payment to: TaichiQigongSeattle@gmail.com
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellations received up to five working days before the workshop are refundable, minus a $25.00 registration service charge. After that, cancellations are subject to the entire workshop fee, which you may apply toward a future workshop. Please note that if you do not cancel and do not attend, you are still responsible for payment.
