What is Qigong?

Qigong is a mind-body-spirit practice that integrates posture, movement, breathing technique, self-massage, sound, and focused intent. Qigong is easy to practice and does not require any skill level or experience. No equipment is needed. You only need to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Benefits of Qigong

Qigong includes simple energy practices that help improve one's physical and mental health, release stress, and calm the mind.

See what Qigong can do for you:

• Boost energy
• Reduce anxiety
• Improve digestive system function
• Strengthen vital organs
• Enhance a general sense of wellbeing
• Lower stress level
• Increase vitality
• Reverse insomnia
• Strengthen the immune system
• Decrease menopause symptoms
• Promote greater mental focus
• Reduce physical pain
• Build stamina
• Lower blood pressure
• Reduce inflammation
• Improve mood
• Stabilize diabetes
• Address migraines & headaches

Your Instructor

Chantal Papillon, founder of Mindful Essence, is certified as a Medical Qigong Practitioner (MQP) with Elements of Life Institute in Idaho and as a Natural Mindfulness Guide with Nature Connection World in the UK. She is also a committed meditator in the Vipassana tradition which she practices daily.

How does the donation-based class work?

Pay what you can afford.

I welcome your payment through:

Venmo: @Christian-Godbout

Cash accepted in person.

DISCLAIMER

Exercise is not without its risks and this or any other exercise program may result in injury. If at any point while practicing Qigong you begin to feel faint, dizzy or experience physical discomfort, please stop immediately and consult a medical professional.

If you have a chronic illness, please consult your physician before attending class to determine if Qigong is right for you.