Autumn is the perfect time to strengthen body and spirit I invite you to Qigong practice – a proven way to raise your energy levels, boost immunity, improve psychophysical condition, and activate calmness. Classes begin with a short warm-up and self-massage. In addition to Qigong practice itself, we will learn further sequences of the "Flying Crane" style and Yi Jin Jing. Both forms belong to the category of medical qigong and are among the most popular in China due to their effectiveness and universal character. At the end of the class, meditation is planned. QIGONG is one of the oldest systems of self-healing and self-cure exercises. This ancient (known in China for at least 5,000 years) evolving practice strengthens and balances the flow of life energy (Qi) in the body, improves health and the condition of internal organs, strengthens muscles, tendons, joints, and fascia, deepens self-awareness, restores balance, inner peace, and harmony. Qigong includes: - a set of movements and positions - self-massage - meditation Regular Qigong practice has a beneficial effect on the entire body, especially on the cardiovascular, pulmonary, hormonal, nervous, and immune systems. Qigong is also effective for dealing with: joint diseases, vision disorders, back pain, stress and depression, lack of concentration, premature aging. BENEFITS OF PRACTICE: - releasing tension and stagnation in the body, removing blockages and chronic pain - restoring and maintaining the body's natural harmony - strengthening immunity, slowing down the aging process - increasing vitality, energy levels, and creativity - improving concentration and memory, mental clarity and mindfulness - reducing stress, calming the mind, better sleep quality - increasing emotional stability, sense of inner peace and tranquility - training deep body awareness - increasing awareness of body and emotions - improving physical condition, increasing flexibility, strengthening joints, tendons, and fascia - improving health and strengthening the function of internal organs, and with regular practice, complete healing from many diseases - grounding, feeling settled and rooted WHO IS IT FOR: I especially invite you if: - You feel you need to take care of your health - You want to strengthen your immunity and energy levels every day - You need to calm and regulate your nervous system, seeking tranquility - You want to reduce stress, relax your body, and release tension - You want to regulate your emotions more effectively, achieve emotional stability regardless of external circumstances - You struggle with chronic illness - You are looking for a way to unlock your creativity and want to improve mental clarity - You want to strengthen deep body awareness Qigong can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age and physical condition. ✨ REGISTRATION AND MORE INFO: harmony.space2@gmail.com +48 506 171 397 📅 DATE AND PLACE OF CLASSES: Weekly meetings are held - on Fridays - from 18:30 – 19:45 - in the gym hall of the Synapsis Foundation, at Pola Mokotowskie, ul. Ondraszka 3 (entrance to the park from ul. Wawelska) MORE ABOUT THE METHOD: Flying Crane Qigong – a very gentle practice, involves performing sequences of fluid and soft movements that serve to open energy points in the body, strengthen the flow of energy in energy channels (meridians), and store energy. The practice focuses primarily on strengthening and balancing the flow of energy (qi), releasing stagnation, and clearing energy channels. In the "Flying Crane" style, we focus on the lower energy reservoir (dantian), which is the main energy center. Regular practice increases immunity and vitality, restores health and balance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels. Yi Jin Jing – one of the oldest and most popular Qigong styles in China, dating back to the 6th century AD. According to legend, this movement system was created in the Shaolin monastery. The practice consists of 12 sequences performed slowly, consciously, in harmony with the breath. Soft and gentle movements alternate with more dynamic ones. The exercises strengthen and make tendons, muscles, joints, and fascia more flexible, improve posture, support joint and spine regeneration. The practice regulates the nervous system, strengthens vitality and the function of internal organs, balances yin and yang. It calms, improves concentration, and develops deep body awareness. According to Taoist tradition, this practice is meant to transform not only the body but also the "essence" of a person, preparing for deeper meditative states. ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Dorota Batorska – Qigong teacher, art therapist, drama trainer. She leads Qigong classes as well as personal development workshops with elements of intuitive movement, drama techniques, creative arts, and meditation. Her passion is conscious work with the body, expression through dance and movement. For years, I have been creating spaces where art, movement, and mindfulness meet with work on body, mind, and emotional awareness. I am close to practices that combine personal development with creativity and care for well-being. Qigong practice opened me to a deeper understanding of the relationship between body, spirit, and mind. It showed me how important a strong and free flow of energy in the body is for health, and how it translates into quality of life and psychophysical condition. MY TEACHERS: I started learning Flying Crane Qigong in 2006 with the master of the Beijing Qigong Association – Liu Zhongchun, co-creator of this practice and author of the first Chinese textbook on the subject. Flying Crane is a simplified form of ancient practices, adapted to modern times and current health problems. Between 2006-2009, I participated in several training camps with Master Zhongchun and instructor trainings. In 2022, I completed Dragonfly Qigong instructor training with the creator of this style, Steve Green, in Spain (student of Iain Armstrong). In 2022, I trained in Italy in Yi Jin Jing Qigong with master Giuseppe Paterniti, who has been exploring the secrets of Taijiquan (Chen style) and dozens of Qigong styles with the greatest Chinese masters for over 30 years. In 2019, in Tokyo, he received the title of best international Qigong teacher.
