Qigong is a special form of traditional Chinese soft exercises, which enable the participant’s attention to be focused on all parts of the body. This kind of practice promotes cultivation of internal energy, creating harmony and balance between body and mind.

The ‘Six Harmonies’ in the title are composed of Three External Harmonies, and Three Internal Harmonies. The External Harmonies refer to the coordination of the body, whereas the Internal Harmonies refer to the coordination of Yi (mind), Qi (breath or energy) and Li (strength).

Some Qigong exercises are stationary positions concentrating on breath and the abdominal area. They combine breathing with meditation and relaxation. There are also other Qigong exercises which are performed as a series of slow, continuous movements, outwardly similar to Taiji, but done solely for their health benefits.

• Baduanjin – “The eight pieces of Brocade” is a health-giving exercise, which is very popular in China and the Far East. Each exercise targets a specific area or function of the body.
• Bagua Qigong – exercises for strengthening legs, improving coordination, balance and much more. Circle walking with Lion Step, Chicken Step, Crane Step, etc.
• Chan Si Gong – silk reeling exercises, working the 18 joints of the body – shoulders, elbows, wrists, neck, chest, waist, abdomen, kua (groin), hips, knees and ankles.
• Dantian-gong – exercises to become aware of the dantian (centre) and make it the driving force of body movement.
• Daoist Qigong – Daoist health practices developed to strengthen muscles, glands and organs. These are gentle spiralling exercises involving the whole body – Restoring Spring, Swimming Smiling Dragon, Frog Swimming etc.
• Eight Animal Qigong – a set of exercises mimicking the movements of eight animals. Each exercise targets a specific area or function of the body.
• Five Yin Organs Qigong – Traditionally said to strengthen and regulate the function of Spleen, Lungs, Kidneys, Liver and Heart. Each exercise targets a specific area or function of the body.
• Taiji Ruler & Bang – Taiji Ruler: gentle exercises using the Taiji ruler (rolling pin) to develop body awareness, coordination and body connection. Taiji Bang: exercises using the Taiji Bang (rolling pin or simiar) to improve body awareness, coordination and to strengthen joints.
  Tai Xu (Tai Hui) Qigong – eight exercises for strengthening the body and promoting internal energy.
  Tree Qigong – exercise to create/enhance body connection and develop internal strength (moving and standing like a tree).