Location: Berkeley Warm Pool

2245 Milvia St. at Durant.

Berkeley CA 94704
Time: Saturdays 10-11 am (Call to Confirm Schedule)
Fee: $5 regular
$3.50 elders, disabled
* free parking, bring towel
510-981-5150

Aqua Ch'i student with her hydrotherapist

Ancient Chinese Qigong exercises use specific moving meditation techniques and mind exercises for increasing energy or Qi and blood circulation, reducing stress, calming the nervous system, and strengthening joints. Techniques include: meditation, gentle movement, self massage, acupressure point stimulation, and energy healing exercises for the internal organs to improve general metabolism and the immune system.

A gentle series of Shaolin and tai chi inspired warm-ups include muscle- and tendon-strengthening movements to increase mobility, flexibility, balance, coordination, and bone density without causing fatigue. Students improve posture and balance body and mind. The student learns self-care modalities such as acupressure self massage that can reduce pain and promote vitality.

Remarkable results can be obtained within a short period of time, as the student begins to access self-healing capacities inherent in the ancient practice. "You yourself will set flame to the kindling you have brought."