The Five Animal Sports, or Frolics, are one of the most ancient and popular sets of medical qigong exercises. Passed down for 2,000 years, it is an effective, fun, and sometimes humorous way to energize the entire body. By imitating the movements and spirit of the Tiger, Deer, Bear, Monkey, and Bird, a practitioner can build their strength and longevity inside and out, and enjoy excellent health.
Learn the correspondence between the internal organs and Five Elements theory during an introductory discussion of Five Elements Theory by Kathy K. Yang. Experience a private lesson with one of the world's foremost masters of qigong as Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming offers detailed instruction, starting with a brief stretching and warming up section.
The Five Elements qigong animal forms work to heal, balance, and strengthen the internal organs and the meridians of the body. In this easy-to-follow step-by-step program, youll experience Dragon, Tiger, Leopard, Snake, and Crane qigong. The videos are complete with clear animations and multiple camera angles to help you excel in your home learning.
White Tiger qigong master instructor Tevia Feng leads you through each movement in detail, as Thanh Van demonstrates.
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) teacher Zoe Nash explains the purpose and health benefit of each qigong movement, with easy-to-understand TCM theory so you can use Five Elements qigong for improved health.
Sports medicine expert Chris Kummer explains the amazing effect these qigong exercises have on your connective tissue, or fascia, so you can achieve better mobility, elasticity, and body awareness.
Tevia Feng was a qigong student of Dr. Yang in the early 2000s and credits master Yang for putting him on a path of synthesizing qigong with modern sports therapy and medical research.
Dragon Qigong, Tiger Qigong, Leopard Qigong, Snake Qigong, Crane Qigong
