QiGong
Studio
eNews
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November 2008
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We hope you enjoy reading
our Studio eNews. For those of you interested in Reiki, please scroll down
until you come to kiNotes.
QIGONG – a centuries old practice
QiGong (chee gong), as practiced integrates body,
breath, and mind, nurturing health, vitality, and longevity. These simple yet
profound practices can include meditation, visualization, and slow body movements.
Daily practice can enhance one’s health, reduce stress, lower blood pressure,
support the immune system, thus promoting overall well-being.
If you are interested in developing the art and
discipline of qigong, QiGong Studio offers Six
Week Introductory Classes. Students completing the introductory class have
the option of repeating it as often as desired or attending the Continuing
Studies Classes. Each six-week introductory is unique, varying with the mix of
students as well as their needs and interests. This provides an opportunity to
deepen one’s personal experience and understanding of the principles involved.
Fee $60. Introductory sessions scheduled to begin:
Tuesday, December
16 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Thursday,
December 18 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
There is also the opportunity to continue qigong
studies by participating in Continuing
Studies Classes, which do not necessarily focus on specific forms, but
explore deeper qigong principles with their integration into daily living. Signing up for Continuing Studies Classes can
be by the month or by the week pending enrollment. Monthly rate dependent upon
number of weeks in month. These classes are offered based upon enrollment:
Tuesday evenings 7:00
– 8:00 p.m.
Thursday evenings 5:30 –
6:30 p.m.
Friday mornings 8:00
– 9:00 a.m.
If any of
these dates and times interest you – either intro or ongoing - please leave
Robert a message at the Studio at 945-4545 by Friday morning of the week before
class is to begin, so class schedules can be finalized. If these
dates and times do not fit your schedule, please contact Robert by e-mail or
call the Studio for other options. Other sessions may become available based
upon interest and enrollment. Thank you!…
UNABLE TO FIT
A QIGONG CLASS INTO YOUR SCHEDULE?
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION AVAILABLE
Often a person’s work or home commitments and/or
schedule preclude availability for class attendance. Private instruction is
offered tailored to your time, individual needs and questions. Call or e-mail
Robert to coordinate day and time. Individual instruction fee is $45 per hour.
WANT TO
EXPERIENCE QIGONG BEFORE ENROLLING IN A CLASS?
To help you answer that question and others, we
offer a monthly Studio Sampler on a
Saturday morning at our downstairs Studio location to provide people with an
opportunity to learn about qigong and to give it a try. The instructor, Robert
Leins, will be happy to answer your questions and give you an idea of his
approach to the practice. This is free
to all who are interested. (Flier posted below.)
Gift Certificates are available for any Healing Arts Session, QiGong Classes and Reiki Trainings. Call the Studio for arranging purchase of a Gift Certificate.
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QIGONG
STUDIO
SAMPLER
Saturday, October 25
Located at our street level Studio at 29 State Street, Bangor
(downtown--corner State & Exchange Streets)
PUBLIC INVITED
10:00 – 11:00 -- HEALING ARTS* SERVICES, QIGONG CLASSES, & REIKI TRAININGS discussed
11:00 – NOON – EXPERIENCE QIGONG--This 5000 year old Chinese practice trains the body
and mind in nurturing one’s vitality for health and longevity. This simple yet
profound discipline incorporates breath, visualization, meditation and slow
body movements. Through daily practice one can enhance one’s health, reduce
stress, lower blood pressure, support the immune system, and promote overall
wellbeing…
12:30 – 3:00 p.m. HEALING ARTS* SESSIONS
Our healing arts sampler
sessions provide an opportunity to experience a healing art that may be new for
you.
($15 per 30
minute session)
(Longer sessions available within this time frame
at our regular rates.)
Call 945-4545 to schedule a
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FROM THE MASSAGE
TABLE
Healing Arts Sessions offered at QiGong Studio
provide an eclectic application of different techniques dependent upon client
needs making this a truly unique experience.
At times just a relaxing
massage is appropriate which may incorporate some Swedish massage, Reiki,
and qigong massage.
A therapeutic
massage may address specific muscles or muscle groups. These sessions may
include some Swedish massage techniques, trigger point releases, stretches and
holds, and/or deep tissue work.
Qigong massage soothes the mind and
relaxes the body. Beginning at the head, working down the torso, arms and legs,
ending at the feet. This process releases
stagnant qi and smoothes out the qi flow between body, breath, and mind,
vitalizing the shen or spirit.
Reiki, applied hands on and/or in
the ki field around the body, releases ki that has become trapped, relaxing
both body and mind, while releasing emotional and/or physical discomfort.
Sessions are offered for various lengths of time and
prices:
40 minute
session $35
60 minute
session $55
90 minute
session $70
FROM THE MAT In Thai Massage the recipient lies on a mat or firm mattress on the
floor and is guided into yoga-like positions. In the northern style, there are
a lot of stretching movements to open the joints and relax the soft tissue,
whereas, in the southern style, emphasis is given to the Sen (comparable to
Chinese meridians) improving the circulation of the vital force.
60 minute session $60
90 minute
session $75
To schedule a
Healing Arts Session, call QiGong Studio at 945-4545
kiNotes
Information
for those trained in Reiki Level I and above and for all who are interested
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Welcome
to kiNotes
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REIKI XChange
Saturday,
November 22 4:00 – 6:30 p.m.
$5 participation fee
RSVP appreciated
The intent of the XChange is to give
those of us with Reiki Training an opportunity to ask questions, share
experiences, stretch the mind, review and practice.
The format for the XChange is informal
and relaxed. We spend time chatting, sharing experiences folks have had in
their Reiki practice, and how we are attempting to integrate Reiki into our
daily lives. Occasionally we have specific
discussion topics.
Practice Sessions
We follow with short Reiki practice sessions.
Sometimes we incorporate new techniques into the session, although most times,
it is just an opportunity to work with another practitioner.
Post script: We often go longer than 2 ½ hrs for those who
can stay. Afterwards, we enjoy some snacks and friendly chatter until we
finally have to tear ourselves away and return to the world outside.
INTERESTED IN
REIKI TRAINING? Please contact Vernita
Leins, Reiki Master/Teacher at QiGong Studio. Reiki Level I and other Reiki
Levels including Karunaâ Reiki Trainings are
scheduled upon request. We work together to coordinate class times and dates.
Trainings can be one day, two day, or a few hours spread over a few weeks,
days, evenings or weekends. We use this approach to try an accommodate people’s
schedules and obligations.
REIKI VOLUNTEERS
SOUGHT AT EMMC
Eastern Maine Medical Center Volunteer Services has established a
successful Reiki Program hospital wide and is now seeking additional Reiki
volunteers to provide this service to patients, their families, and hospital
staff who request it. If you are interested in participating in this program,
contact EMMC Volunteer Services Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00
p.m. 973-7850
To be eligible as a volunteer, you must complete their
volunteer application including references, have an interview, attend a
hospital volunteer orientation, provide a copy of your highest Reiki
Certificate, and participate in an orientation specifically for the Reiki
Program. Certain health requirements must also be met.
Providing the influencing benefits of Reiki is
rewarding for both the practitioner and the patient. You can volunteer for as
little as a couple hours a week or more, depending upon your availability.
The real miracle of
Reiki is the subtle transformation that takes place in the mind, emotions,
body, and spirit. Pay attention because its healing is not always overt…
