Qigong/Tai Chi Combination (Online)

A combination of qigong and tai chi exercises that includes the therapeutic 36 qigong form that works the whole body-mind, basic stances, the 8 form (a primitive tai chi form), tai chi elements, tai chi walking and more. Promote health and healing through breath awareness, mindful concentration, stances and gentle rhythmic movement. This workout helps to improve circulation, hydrate tissues and joints and strengthen tissues and bones. Appropriate for all ages and abilities.

Note: The instructor was certified in Tai Chi by Dr. Aihan Kuhn, an internationally renowned doctor of natural medicine. The YouTube video Kuhn demonstrates part of the therapeutic qigong form that is taught in this class: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3QAh2NDvxY



 

Location

Online Class
Streamed to your computer


sessions

September 7 - October 19
Wed 4:15 PM - Wed 5:15 PM
November 2 - December 14
Wed 4:15 PM - Wed 5:15 PM
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December 14 - January 18
Wed 4:15 PM - Wed 5:15 PM
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instructor

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Pam Vlahakis

Pam Vlahakis has a Masters in Education with over 25 years experience as a Registered Dietitian focusing on Wellness. Also as a certified  Yoga, Qigong and Tai Chi instructor, she offers Yoga & Meditation and a combination Qigong/Tai Chi Class through the Steinberg Wellness Center.  She has been teaching Yoga for Adults, Teens and Kids in the Community and Public Schools since 2001.   

As a long time practitioner of Medical Qigong, she saw the benefits of this ancient practice and sought certification with Dr. Aihan Kuhn in 2011. And in 2020, Pam completed her Tai Chi certification from the Tree of Life Tai Chi School with Dr. Peter Wayne. She enjoys sharing with students these ancient mind body practices that are also supported by evidence based research showing the many health benefits.