Qi Gong

The name qi gong is made up of two Chinese words: qi means life energy, and gong means continuous practice, work or cultivation. That is, the meaning of the name Qi Gong is a practice to cultivate the vital energy.

In the past the practice was also called nai gong - internal practice. It is a practice that deals with listening to the body, the internal organs, the flow of energy, breathing, awareness and recognition. This is in contrast to Wai Gong - an external practice, which mainly focuses on techniques for moving the body and strengthening it.

Qi Gong is an ancient training method whose goal is to exercise the body gently, while maintaining and strengthening the vital energy. The practice helps in maintaining health, improving vitality, and deepening inner strength - both in everyday life and in the martial arts.

The training combines breathing, meditation and simple and precise body movements. The movements are designed to improve blood flow and energy, develop concentration and inner peace, strengthen posture and balance, and encourage deep relaxation.

In Chinese culture, qi gong has been known for thousands of years as a natural, simple and effective method for maintaining health. Regular practice may support the function of the internal organs, improve posture, breathing, concentration and metabolism, and help with a sense of balance and vitality. It is a gentle way of cultivating inner powers and maintaining a living connection with the body.

Among the practitioners you can find people who like to start the day in nature, alongside those who practice martial arts, medicine, therapy and art. For many of them, the practice is a source of concentration, creativity, stability and peace. Since it does not require much muscular effort or special fitness, it is suitable for people of any age, and especially for people who are interested in a soft, accessible and in-depth practice.

Qi Gong does not require equipment, special clothing or complex preparation. It can be practiced almost anywhere - at home, in the garden, in the park or in nature. The exercises are performed standing, sitting or walking, and preferably in the open air, as practiced by millions of people in China every morning in public parks.

The simplicity of Qi Gong is also its power: a quiet, pleasant and effective practice that easily integrates into everyday life and invites us to move, breathe and listen inward.