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A Course in Qi Gong for Women

at Monte Rosa, Algarve, Portugal

Courses currently being planned for Spring/Summer 2007

Course Tutor Donatella Molinari.

I have been involved with body / energy work for nearly twenty years, having studied and practiced at different schools of yoga and meditation in India and United States as well as other types of energy work like re birthing and holotropic breath work.
In 1997 I discovered Qi Gong, in relation to health and medicine and became very interested in this aspect of it, seen the amazing results of Qi Gong practice for health maintenance as well as treatment of disease. I completed a teacher’s training with Yves Requena which included medical QI Gong.
The real objective behind these practices is of course higher awareness and I therefore would like to include them as part of a broader field of activity where the central axis is access to other states of consciousness for healing and/or spiritual development.'
 

Contact Donatella direct by clicking here

 

About Qi Gong.

Qi, life force, energy, exists in all that lives.
It is the force of nature that makes the grass grow, the planets turn and the sun burn.
 QI is produced by the internal organs through assimilation's of air, food and water and through the exchange with the elements, magnetic forces and other living forms. We inherit a finite portion of Qi from our parents, which is stored in the kidneys and acts as a catalyst for environmental Qi. Qi flows through the body via a complex network of channels or meridians.
  Qi Gong is the cultivation and mastering of Qi. It includes techniques (breathing, static, movement and meditation) through the practice of which Qi can be harnessed, developed and tuned to a very refined level and for different purposes:
   Physical strength.
   Health.
   Sexuality.
   Longevity.
   Psychic and spiritual development.
   Immortality (creating a spirit body.)
 

These courses in Qi Gong for women run from a Friday to a Tuesday and are held at Monte Rosa, near Lagos on the far west of the Algarve, Portugal, one of the most beautiful places in Europe with numerous beaches with crystal clear sea and stunning countryside in the surrounding area. Its remoteness and therefore peace and quiet makes it a perfect setting for this course. It is designed for people wishing to experience the undeniable benefits of Yoga and also learn the basics of Reiki Healing.

The course is fully inclusive including all transportation (airport pick-ups), professional tuition, meals and accommodation. All food served is organic where possible with an emphasis on a healthy diet. Special dietary requirements can be catered for.

The Course.

1st day. 
Morning:
Introduction to Qi Gong and Qi Gong for women,  breathing and static Qi exercises, Meridians stretching sequence Afternoon:
Self-massage,  loosening of the joints, tonification sequence with music,  inner smile meditation.


2nd day:
Morning: 
Self massage, loosening of the joints, tonification sequence with music, breathing and Qi exercises, standing posture.
Afternoon:
Tonification sequence, the three Dantiens (visualizations and meditation) breath work and introduction microcosmic orbit and inner smile.


3rd day:
Morning:
Self-massage, loosening of the joints, raising QI exercises, QI Gong for women, microcosmic orbit.
Afternoon:
Qi gong for women, Circles of the tigress, breath work, moon meditation.


4th day: 
Morning:  
Self-massage, loosening of the joints, some static postures, Qi Gong for women, Circles of the tigress
Afternoon:
Working on particular Meridians, Qi Gong for women,  breath work,  inner smile meditation.


5th day:
Morning:
Self-massage, loosening of the joints, more static postures, Qi Gong for women.
Afternoon:
Qi Gong for women, microcosmic orbit, moon meditation.

On the Tuesday evening there will be an end of course party.
           
This is a general program that of course can be changed according to the necessities of the people in the group.

 

It is best to arrive on the Thursday afternoon to get settled in and meet fellow course members. Dinner will be served at around 7.30pm (Optional)

The course commences at 9.00 am on a Friday.

You will be asked to have a light breakfast in preparation for the day as heavy food like bacon and eggs and bread are demanding on the digestive system and therefore can inhibit the process of relaxation. Please wear loose fitting clothes that you feel comfortable in.

The Cost.

Price: €700 (£490 approx) per person fully inclusive of all tuition, materials, use of equipment, accommodation, meals, wine and beverages.

Accommodation: This price is based on six nights in shared rooms/apartments. If you wish to have your own room please add €120 (£84 approx. )
Camping is also available at Monte Rosa.

Note: If you live locally and do not require accommodation or meals you can attend this course for €470 (£330 approx.)

To visit the Monte Rosa web site please click here

 

Terms of Payment: We ask you to pay 50% deposit on booking and the remainder at Monte Rosa on commencement of the course.

Methods of Payment: Euro/Sterling cheque, cash, direct debit or credit/debit cards.

Discounts: For couples booking together we can offer a 5% discount. Groups of four + can receive a 10% discount.

Flights (European countries): You will need to fly to Faro. We have negotiated deals with EasyJet and Monarch for groups of 10+ and can offer substantial deals. For individuals or couples we suggest you visit their web sites by clicking on EasyJet Monarch or Thompsonfly

Flights (Countries outside Europe) Generally you will fly to Lisbon and get a connecting flight to Faro but we can pick you up from Lisbon international airport if you wish.

If you wish to be informed when courses have been scheduled please fill in the waiting list form below or contact me direct. Click here

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