Part of our Qigong practice.

This unique and intensive course (originating from Tibet) is known as ‘Ying Qi Gong’ or ‘Steel Jacket’ training. It runs over a period of 3 months (100 days) and consists of an initial series of intensive workshops in the first week followed by daily self-practice, and culminating in a 24 hour ‘closing’ session involving one to one acupressure treatment timed against the meridian clock.

It is a serious, challenging and demanding programme that works on both an internal and external level, mental and physical. Students report a strengthened and rejuvenated body and mind and greater vitality; a central aim is to fortify the body’s internal systems against injury, laying the foundation for advanced steel jacket training.

Eligibility

This is a level one foundation course and is suitable for all adults (18–65) in good mental and physical health, who are able to commit the time to daily practice and adhere to strict lifestyle restrictions. It is not suitable for anyone who has experienced severe physical or psychological trauma or mental illness, and prior experience of qigong, meditation or intensive training is recommended.

Course Structure

Subject to compulsory attendance of the workshops in London at the beginning and end, the course can be completed remotely with periodic consultation via Zoom. After around three months, students may choose to demonstrate their progress in optional supervised testing. Such demonstrations must never be attempted outside class — without expert guidance from a master, serious injury can occur.

Registration

Please note this is a specialist course with limited places and enrolment may be subject to interview. To inquire, please email support@taijicircle.com