Qigong

Qigong classes for beginners
Online and in Shepton Mallet, Somerset

More relaxation. More ease. More calm.

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Calm Body, Clear Mind Qigong
Weekly classes from October 21st
Wednesdays 5.30pm – 6.30pm
£6 per class

Suitable for beginners & can be done seated or standing.
Join in-person or online.
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What is qigong?

Qigong, pronounced ‘chee-gung’ is an Ancient Chinese wellbeing practice of gentle movement and breath usually practiced standing or seated.

Many people come to qigong to find a way to slow down, release tension, increase flexibility and strengthen in a gentle way. Most people who come to a class have never practiced before (and aren’t quite sure how to pronounce it) but everyone leaves feeling calmer, more grounded and peaceful.

In each class, I will guide you through a series of flowing movements for a practical way to cultivate greater calm, relaxation, and balance. Through these flowing movements, mindful breathing, and focused attention, you can release physical tension, settle the mind, and reconnect with your body.

I share qigong in a way that can be adapted for seated or standing, whichever suits you more.

With regular practice, qigong can help you improve your mental and physical health in so many ways. Read below for the benefits shown in modern research.

The Benefits of Qigong

• Improves balance & mobility — Supports balance, walking ability and physical function.
• Supports better sleep — Studies show improvements in sleep quality, including in people experiencing sleep difficulties. 
• Helps manage stress — May reduce stress and support emotional wellbeing.
• Supports mental wellbeing — Improvements in depressive symptoms and quality of life, particularly among older adults. .
• Reduces pain — Evidence suggests qigong can help reduce pain, including chronic lower-back pain. 
• Supports immune function — Research suggests qigong and related mind-body practices can influence benefits for overall immune function.
• Supports healthy blood pressure — Clinical trials suggest qigong may help lower blood pressure when practised regularly
• Enhances quality of life — Research has found improvements in overall quality of life following regular practice. 
• Support during cancer care — Research suggests qigong may help reduce fatigue, improve sleep and support quality of life during and after cancer treatment.
• Accessible exercise — Qigong uses slow, controlled movements combined with breathing and focused attention, making it a low-impact form of exercise suitable for many people.

References

Health Qigong & older adults. 2026. PubMed, Qigong & sleep in older adults. 2025. PubMed, Qigong & chronic low-back pain. 2025. PubMed, Qigong & stress management. 2024. PubMed, Qigong & metabolic health. 2023. PubMed, Health Qigong & sleep quality. 2022. PubMed, Qigong & blood pressure. 2021. PubMed, Qigong & hypertension. 2021. PubMed Effectiveness of qigong and Tai Chi for quality of life in patients with cancer: an umbrella review and meta-analysis. 2025. PubMed, Qigong & immunity. 2020. PubMed, Mind-body practices & immunity. 2025. PubMed, Qigong & cancer. 2025. PubMed, Qigong & cancer. 2025. PubMed

Qigong is a complementary wellbeing practice
and should not be used as a replacement for medical treatment. 

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“Those who flow as life flows know they need no other force.”
– Lao Tzu

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