The Longevity Center

NEW: Infinite Bagua Qigong Video

admin — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 16:08:56 +0000

Overview:

This Qigong instructional video series is designed to awaken the energetic healing potential that all beings possess. Set in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, this video features stunning nature footage combined with the beautiful soothing music of PC Davidoff and the guidance of Arnold E. Tayam, Professor, Doctor of Medical Qigong and Director of The Longevity Center.

This simple practice from the Bagua Wudang Mountain tradition is based on the I Ching, The Book of Changes. This classic is the master template for the original culture of China. The Chinese healing arts develop the qi, or vital life force energy, which flows through a network of energetic pathways and points, yielding a number of potential health benefits. Stress reduction, strengthened digestion, improved immune function, increased energy, and the balancing of the body, mind, emotions and spirit, are just some of the rich rewards awaiting the one who diligently practices.

The video is set up in an easy to follow format. Practice of this routine takes only a few minutes a day and requires no special equipment.

Through this practice, we harmonize our inner nature with the outer nature by listening to the elements of the Universe. By following the Way of nature, our true Master, we transform our essence, energy and spirit to become one, desolving into the Infinite….

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Beginning Ongoing Tai Chi Class

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 07:50:56 +0000

Tai Ji Quan, Bagua Zhang and Xing Yi Quan are based upon Qigong, self-defense and Taoist principles. These Wudang systems are particularly noted for healing, strength, power, health and longevity. Training is presented on several different levels, emphasizing structural integration as a foundation for energetic development and martial applications. This class introduces instruction in the Wudang and Yang style forms, including Qigong exercises. The advanced class includes silk-reeling, neigong exercises, push hands, and partner practices.

Recommended Prerequisites: Intro Tai Chi, Intro Qigong
Class Length: Ongoing
Starting Date: March 06, 2012. Enrollments accepted 4 weeks into course.
When: Tuesdays, 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm
Cost: $90 per every 4 weeks

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Beginning Qigong Class: 2 Formats

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 06:50:55 +0000

1. Six Month Series (Weekly Classes)

This in-depth 6-month course will present the beginning student to foundational Qigong exercises, meditations and theories, to begin energy cultivation.

The class emphasizes comprehensive self-healing and consciousness transformation through still and moving postures, breathing techniques and creative visualization.

Basic theories and three regulations of Qigong
Dilation of the 12 regular meridians and 8 extraordinary meridian
Emotional detoxification
Opening 3 energetic centers (Dan Tiens)
Strengthening your protective energy field (Wei Qi)

Class Length: 6 months
Prerequisite: None
Starting Date: March 07, 2012. Enrollments accepted 6 weeks into course.
When: Wednesdays, 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm
Cost: $90 per every 4 weeks; $30 discount when prepaying for 12 weeks ($240), $60 discount when prepaying for entire 24 week course ($480) You may use the Pay Now button below to pay class dues.

2. Four Part Half Day Intensive Series

This four part Intensive Series is particularly designed to contain essentially the same material as in the Beginning Qigong six month series; however, it is presented in a format that is more ideal for students from out-of-town, as well as students seeking a time slot that may be more amenable to their schedule.

DATES:

Saturday, March 31, 2012. 9:00 AM – 1:00 pm
Saturday, May 05, 2012. 9:00 AM – 1:00 pm
Saturday, May 26, 2012. 9:00 AM – 1:00 pm
Saturday, June 23, 2012. 9:00 AM – 1:00 pm

TUITION:

BEST VALUE: $500 for full Intensive Series (a discount of $100). This Series is assessed at $1000.
$150 for each part if paid separately
$125 each part per person when bringing one or more friends ($25 disc per person )
$270 for two parts (discount total of $30)

LOCATION: The Longevity Center

Enrollment is closed
**To pay class dues, please use the Pay Now button below; you may also call 408-554-8008 to request a call back

Infinite Bagua Circle Walking/Tai Chi

liwah — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 03:04:38 +0000

This class introduces instruction in Qigong, Circle Walking, Wudang Tai Chi, Silk Reeling and Neigong exercises.

Infinite Bagua Circle Walking is a complete practice and is simple to learn, yielding powerful benefits similar to other energetic arts, but with fewer movements.

Infinite Bagua Circle Walking is the basis for the advanced internal martial art of Bagua Zhang; and, at the same time is an effective healing art. Founded on the Taoist Wudang Mountain tradition from China, it is an energetic art for complete integration and transformation of the body, mind, emotions and spirit.
Potential benefits include:

Stress Reduction
Improved Circulation
Strengthened Digestion
Enhanced Immune Function
Increased Energy
Balanced Emotions
Improved Overall Health and Well-Being
Heightened Awareness

Prerequisite: None
Starting Date: March 8, 2012
Time: Thursdays, 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost: $90 per every 4 weeks

Intro Qigong Class – January 22, 2012

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 06:45:46 +0000

This short class is designed to introduce the beginning student to the 5 Health Qigong practice, a simple Qigong set beneficial for general overall health. Featuring gentle movements, deep breathing, and meditation techniques, this Qigong set promotes the circulation of blood and Qi (vital energy) within the body. The practice is rejuvenating and renewing, and evokes states of internal stillness, centering, balance and a feeling of well being. Qigong is also practiced to strengthen the internal organs and the immune system.

Prerequisite: None
Date: Sunday, January 22, 2012
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $60, Take both Intro Qigong and Intro Tai Chi, or bring a friend, for a total of $100 ($20 discount)
Location: The Longevity Center
Instructor: Mike Chegini

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Infinite Bagua Circle Walking – October 22, 2011

liwah — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 03:00:22 +0000

Bagua, like Qigong and Tai Chi, is based on the same model as acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. This ancient art is the physical manifestation of the I CHING (The Book of Changes) which is the philosophical template for the cycles of Universal energy.

Bagua Circle Walking is a complete practice and is simple to learn, yielding powerful benefits similar to other energetic arts, but with fewer movements. Bagua Circle Walking is the basis for the advanced internal martial art of Bagua Zhang; and, at the same time is an effective healing art.

Infinite Bagua Circle Walking is founded on the Taoist Wudang Mountain tradition from China.
It is an energetic art for complete integration and transformation of the body, mind, emotions and spirit.

Potential Benefits include:

Stress Reduction
Improved Circulation
Strengthened Digestion
Enhanced Immune Function
Increased Energy
Balanced Emotions
Improved Overall Health and Well-Being
Heightened Awareness

Date:   October 22, 2011, Saturday
Time:    9:30 AM– 12:30 PM
Tuition: $125 (bring a friend:$110 each for a total tuition of $220; $15 discount per person)
Prerequisites: None
Location:  The Longevity Center   1101 S. Winchester Blvd. Ste M-255, San Jose, CA 95128

Taoist Bagua: Cosmic Tour Workshops – Next Class May 28, 2011

admin — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 02:49:05 +0000

Cosmic Tour Bagua (also referred to as Taoist Bagua) is unique in the way that it epitomizes the cycles of energy transformation as presented in the I Ching. Unlike other Bagua systems that emphasize the martial arts applications, Cosmic Tour Bagua focuses upon energetic development for health and spiritual transformation beyond physical bounds.

COSMIC TOUR BAGUA SEMINARS 2011

Transformation One “The Whirlpool”:
Saturday, Feb. 26th 2011, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

Transformation Two “Rotating Earth”:
Saturday, Feb. 26th 2011, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

Transformation Three “Rumbling Thunder”:
Saturday, Mar. 26, 2011, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

Transformation Four “The Gentle Wind”:
Saturday, Mar. 26, 2011, , 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

Transformation Five “Changing Sky”:
Saturday, April 23, 2011, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

Transformation Six “Majestic Mountain”:
Saturday, April 23, 2011, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

Transformation Seven “Effervescent Lake”:
Saturday, May 28, 2011, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

Transformation Eight “Transforming Fire”:
Saturday, May 28, 2011, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$95*, includes an introduction and review of the Merry-Go-Round set.

*Discount: Students signing up for two or more transformations pay only $85 per workshop.
Repeat students receive an additional discount.

To Register:
Click on the below, and specify the ones you will be taking in the comments section.
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New InfiniChi Level III A & B Seminar – June 3-5, 2011

admin — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 19:23:13 +0000

These classes address TCM protocols and Advanced Medical Qigong and were originally two weekend classes; they are streamlined into a 3-day weekend seminar for acupuncturists and acupuncture students.

Prerequisites: Acupuncturists or acupuncture students that have completed InfiniChi 2B

NOTE: There is no Qi credit but these two classes will complete the course work for InfiniChi certification. There are no C.E.U.’s for this course due to the change in California Law regarding credit for Qigong.

Dates:
June 3, 4, and 5, 2011
Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Location/Time
YO SAN UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

To Register:
Register for this seminar

Intro Tai Chi Half-Day Class

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:39:39 +0000

A half-day class for beginners, where students will learn the Yang style Tai Chi short-form. Yang style tai chi is the most popularly practiced form of Tai Chi in the world. Relative to other styles it is easier to learn and its soft, slow, circular movements make it ideal for energetic cultivation, health and spirituality. Taught by Mike Chegini, Longevity Center Associate

Prerequisite: None
Class Length: Half-day
Starting Date:

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Time: 9:00 am – 12:00pm
Cost: $60 for entire class ($50 if combined with Beg. Qigong, for a total of $100.)

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New Study: Tai Chi Relieves Fibromyalgia Symptoms

admin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:59:11 +0000

The New England Journal of Medicine released the findings of a study, August 19, 2010, stating that Tai Chi (Tai Ji Quan) was found to ease painful joints and other fibromyalgia symptoms. The study involved 66 fibromyalgia patients assigned to Tai Chi or to Wellness education/stretching exercises twice a week for 12 weeks. There was significant improvement in symptoms in the Tai Chi group, that was not the case with others.

Improvements in pain, mood, quality of life, sleep, and exercise capacity were apparent. The improvements remained at 24 weeks after the study onset. Tai chi combines meditation, slow and gentle movements, deep breathing, and relaxation.

Read the detailed results of the New England Journal of Medicine Tai Chi study here

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