UPCOMING IN-PERSON PROGRAMS 2024-2025

Animal Frolics Qigong

Strength of the Bear, Balance of the Crane

October 31-November 3, 2024

Harmony Ridge Lodge - Nevada City, California

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Created by the second century doctor of Chinese medicine, Hua Tuo, the Animal Frolics are the most ancient qigong still practiced today. Consisting of gentle flowing movements, the Animal Frolics are connected to the Taoist quest for health, longevity, and inner peace. Learn the complete Bear and Crane techniques for rooted strength, balance, and relaxation as well as core methods of the Monkey, Deer, and Tiger. By practicing the Five Animals, we awaken an ancient part of ourselves and the Paleolithic wisdom of our hunter-gatherer ancestors. We find the spirit of the animals within and learn how to connect to the healing power of nature. Although practice oriented, there will also be time for discussion of qigong philosophy and an introduction to the science of how and why qigong improves health and well-being. The course requires no previous experience. Beginners and all levels are welcome.

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All inclusive price includes lodging and meals at the beautiful Harmony Ridge Lodge, at the gateway to Tahoe National Forest and the Northern Sierra Nevada Mountains, only an hour from Sacramento airport.

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Onsite lodging now full, but lodging is available nearby for commuters. To register or be put on the priority list for Oct 30-Nov 2, 2025, please contact registration: https://www.cloudbear.vet/autumn2024  

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The Tao Te Ching Revealed

November 6, 2024, 7-8:30 pm

Taoist Sanctuary of San Diego - San Diego, CA

 

The Daodejing (also spelled Tao Te Ching), written in the 5th Century BCE, is the classic of Taoist philosophy and one of the most important texts in world spiritual literature. In his only visit to San Diego this year, Ken will explore multiple dimensions of this fascinating work, including the legends and core principles of harmony and peace. And most importantly, based on his knowledge of classical Chinese, Ken will unravel the secret code that reveals the Tao Te Ching as a guide to meditation, health, and longevity.

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Registration: https://www.taoistsanctuary.org/shop/the-tao-de-ching-revealed-with-ken-cohen

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Yi Quan: Foundations of Body-Mind Healing & Martial Arts
November 7, 2024, 6:30-8:30 pm

Taoist Sanctuary of San Diego - San Diego, CA

 

Yi Quan, like Tai Chi, is both a healing and martial art. But unlike Tai Chi it does not require memorizing a complicated choreography. Rather, in this highly experiential workshop, we focus on refining the skills that are at the core of Tai Chi and Qigong. Ken Cohen, who learned from a direct student of the founder of Yi Quan, will share detailed ways to improve posture, breathing and movement and unique Standing Meditation practices such as Hunyuan (Primordial) Standing, Eagle Standing, Monkey Standing, and Dragon Standing. For those who are interested in the martial arts application of Yi Quan, there will be an opportunity to learn Yi Quan’s unique 1-2-3 punching routines to increase the ability to store and release internal force. No pre-requisites. All levels welcome.

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Registration: https://www.taoistsanctuary.org/shop/yi-quan-with-ken-cohen

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Yi Quan Qigong: Dynamic Energy, Inner Strength & Awakened Mind
March 12-15, 2025

Sivananda Yoga Retreat - Nassau, Bahamas

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Connect with your untapped well of resilient healing qi (life energy) and with the natural energies of earth, sky, and sea. Yi Quan, the Mind Body Healing and Martial art, explores the core skills at the root of all Qigong and Tai Chi styles: posture, relaxation, breathing, and flowing movement. Lodging, Meals, and optional daily Yoga Practice included.

 

Registration: https://sivanandabahamas.org/course/yi-quan-qigong-the-foundation-of-dynamic-energy-inner-strength-awakened-mind/

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Snake Qigong: Healing Power & Wisdom
April 8-13, 2025

Gray Bear Lodge - Hohenwald, Tennessee

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Gentle movements that teach you how to become supple, relaxed, and flowing like the snake, filled with resilient life energy. In Taoism, of all the animals, the snake most clearly represents qi, the breath of life. Close to the ground, the snake knows the healing power of herbal medicine. But when the snake flies, he/she becomes the dragon, whose voice and dynamic energy manifests in thunder and lightning. You will learn all eight snake walking methods to improve posture, coordination, and flow and snake breathing to dissolve stagnation and increase vitality. Most importantly, snake qigong is a path to inner harmony and deep communion with our Mother Earth. Includes lodging and beautifully prepared meals to nourish body and soul, Gray Bear Lodge, a retreat center in the fragrant spring forests south of Nashville.

 

Registration: https://www.graybear.org/CohenS25.html

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Primordial Qigong: Vibrant Health, Harmony with the Tao
April 21-25, 2025

Esalen Institute - Big Sur, California

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After absorbing the essentials of balanced posture, alignment, and breathing, you’ll enjoy step-by-step
instruction in all 12 movements of Hunyuan (Primordial) Qigong. This comprehensive system of meditative energy exercises purges the body of toxic or stagnant qi (circulating life force), clears the
major acupuncture meridians, and teaches you how to gather and absorb qi from nature. The legacy of Ken's beloved teacher, Madame Gao Fu, in direct lineage from the founder of "medical qigong." Includes lodging, hot springs access, and delicious meals, at America's most famous retreat center, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

 

Registration: Info coming soon

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Coiling Silk Qigong: Dissolve Tension, Renew Vitality
May 10-11, 2025

Glastonbury, England, UK

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Coiling Silk (Chan Si Gong) is one of the most beautiful and enjoyable styles of qigong. The lovely circular movements, like the turning of a silk cocoon on a spindle, unwind energetic knots and dissolve areas of tension. Learn to gently open and close the joints, improve posture and breathing, and stimulate the life force, or qi, to flow without obstruction. To complement these techniques, we will practice Bagua Zhang “Walking the Circle,” an incredibly grounding and energizing exercise modeled on the dynamic spiraling power of the dragon. A perfect exercise to harmonize with the energy of Glastonbury’s mythic dragons! Finally, return to stillness as we learn tranquil qigong seated meditations. The workshop includes intensive practice and review, meditation, discussion, and breaks to wander and enjoy the mists, magic, shops, and qi of Avalon!

 

Registration: https://claraapollo.com/product/coiling-silk-qigong-grandmaster-ken-cohen/

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Reclaiming Snake Healing Power & Wisdom
May 16-18, 2025

London, England, UK

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Gentle movements that teach you how to become supple, relaxed, and flowing like the snake, filled with resilient life energy. In Taoism, of all the animals, the snake most clearly represents qi, the breath of life. Close to the ground, the snake knows the healing power of herbal medicine. But when the snake flies, he/she becomes the dragon, whose voice and dynamic energy manifests in thunder and lightning.

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You will learn all eight snake walking methods to improve posture, coordination, and flow and snake breathing to dissolve stagnation and increase vitality. Most importantly, snake qigong is a path to inner harmony and deep communion with our Mother Earth.

 

Registration: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alternatives/1373619

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Yi Quan Qigong:

Moving Meditations for Vitality, Balance, & Inner Strength
June 1-6, 2025

Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, New York

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Enjoy this renowned and comprehensive system of healing exercises and meditations, the legacy of Master Wang Xiangzhai. Because of its extraordinary attention to posture, movement, breathing, and mindfulness, Yi Quan teaches the vocabulary upon which all qigong is based.
Learn
  •    How to stand and move like the eagle, bear, tiger, and turtle to promote mind/body harmony
  •    How to experiment with energy to encourage flow and creativity
  •    Simple routines to improve your ability in any sport
  •    Yi Quan Somatic Therapy to help a client or friend improve posture, coordination, and body awareness
  •    Yi Quan Healing Imagery to relax, develop core strength, and connect with the qi (life energy) of the cosmos
There also will be time for discussion of the philosophy and science of qigong. Beginners welcome.  Easy access from Albany NY or New York City. Included: lodging and delicious meals, a tranquil retreat environment amidst the Catskill Mountains, forests, and lakes.
 

Registration: https://bit.ly/3ZZvJqC

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Super Qi Weekend:

Energy Flow for Healing, Happiness, & Creative Resilience

with Ken Cohen, Michael Gelb, and Robert Peng
June 6-8, 2025

Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, New York

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This unique workshop is a living demonstration of the creative flow of qi as Michael, Robert, and Ken inspire and energize you, and one another, through their collaborative, joyful, and spontaneous approach to teaching. You experience simple elegant movements, guided visualizations, breathing exercises, and powerful group healing sessions complemented with informal dialogue and question-and-answer sessions.

Registration: https://www.eomega.org/workshops/super-qi-weekend?utm_source=gelb-et-al&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=gelb-et-al_OC_2025

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Individual Classes, Training & Consultation
 

Private online and in-person sessions in Qigong, Tai Chi, Mediation and related, healing, contemplative, and martial arts. In-person private classes are offered at Ken's studio/office in the mountains 35 minutes from beautiful Boulder, Colorado (90 minutes from Denver International Airport).

 

For information and scheduling, please email info@qigonghealing.com or call 720-985-6445.