Time & Location:
Jason Ni is doing ancient Shaolin Style Qi Gong Ba Duan Jin & Yi Jin Jing in person at Wu Healing Center of West Hartford at 6:00 PM and the video will also be posted on facebook, starting from June 2024.
Ba Duan Jin (八段锦)
"Ba Duan Jin," often translated as "Eight Pieces of Brocade" or "Eight Silken Movements," is a form of qigong consisting of eight exercises. Due to its simplicity, it is one of the most commonly seen Qi Gong practiced in hospitals. Each movement is designed to improve the body's health and vitality in a gentle manner. Here are the key aspects:
Health Benefits: Ba Duan Jin is known for enhancing flexibility, balance, and muscle strength. It also promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and improves overall well-being.
Movements: The eight exercises are simple, gentle, and can be performed by people of all ages. Each movement targets different parts of the body, promoting the circulation of qi (life energy) and blood.
Accessibility: Due to its simplicity and effectiveness, Ba Duan Jin is widely practiced and has been adapted into various forms and routines.
Yi Jin Jing (易筋经)
"Yi Jin Jing," often translated as "Muscle-Tendon Changing Classic," is a more advanced form of qigong. It focuses on transforming the muscles and tendons to achieve a higher level of physical and mental conditioning. There is even an ancient proverb which says, “For every inch one stretches their tendons, their lifespan increases by a decade.“ This is has of course never been proven in testing, nevertheless, the existence of the proverb itself proves the importance attributed to tendons on the health and wellbeing of a person. Here are the key aspects:
Health Benefits: Yi Jin Jing is designed to strengthen the body, enhance flexibility, and improve the function of muscles and tendons. It also aims to cultivate inner strength and resilience.
Movements: The exercises in Yi Jin Jing are more intense and challenging compared to Ba Duan Jin. They involve stretching, twisting, and dynamic movements that require greater physical effort and coordination.
Philosophical and Spiritual Aspects: Yi Jin Jing is often associated with the idea of inner transformation, reflecting the belief that physical training can lead to spiritual growth and enlightenment.
Historical Significance: Yi Jin Jing is traditionally attributed to Bodhidharma, the Indian monk who is said to have introduced Buddhism to China and to have taught the Shaolin monks these exercises to improve their physical health and meditation practice.
Date: every Wednesday
Time: 6-7:00pm EST