Zen Tea In One 禪茶一味

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Qigong (ch’i kung) is a general description for different traditional meditative and energy exercises based on the principles of traditional Chinese Medicine and there are more than 3000 different forms.


Daoyin has been practiced by Chinese more than thousands of year, nobody really know how long. But we do know Taoists practice Daoyin to improve health condition with the hope for longevity, i.e. Wu Chun Si (documentation can be found in the Later Han Dynasty in 4th century), Ba Duan Jing (Song Dynasty in 10th century), etc. In Taoism, Daoyin Qigong is also known as “Medical Qigong” .

The archaeological discovery in Ma-Wang-Duei/Hunan in 1972 confirmed more than 2000 years ago Chinese dancers already have learnt to improve and maintain their flexibility and suppleness through Daoyin exercises.

In the 14th Century, Chen Style Taiji Chuan was first formed, then followed by Yang Style in the 18th/early 19th century, and then Sun, Wu, Wou Styles. Different styles of Taiji Chuan share the same principle that they blend the self-defense techniques in Wushu with Qi flow through meridian concepts into a form base exercise.

養氣致柔 “Nourishing Qi (energy) Enabling Suppleness” written in Dao Te Jing by Lao Tze is a perfect motto that we practice in Taiji Daoyin Qigong, in which we learn to listen the rhythm of our body. Taiji Daoyin Qigong is not a form based but a thorough relaxation exercise focuses on the improvement of energy flow and physical functions for better health in body, energy and mind.

Dao means “Leading” and Yin as “Guiding”, through gentle stretching, correct movements, self-massage and breathing techniques, everyone can benefit:

Relief stress from body and mind
Enhance suppleness and flexibility
Stimulate self-healing by releasing energy blocks
Strengthen inner peace and harmony
Where & When

Taiji Daoyin Qigong – Aartselaar Sportcentrum (Dojo Zaal) Kleistraat 204, B-2630 Aartselaar - Sunday from 10:30 – 12:30
Meditation & Self-massage –Beatrijslaan 20R bus 1, B-2050 Linkeroever/Antwerpen, Tue. & Wed. from 20:00 – 21:00 (reservation is required)
Chinese Tea Ceremony / Tea culture – Lan Ting Tea Zen Atelier is a unique oasis closes to the heart of Antwerp where you can enjoy carefully selected top quality tea from Taiwan and China, learn Chinese culture, Tea Ceremony and Chan (Zen) philosophies.
Flexible Choice

Pay per lesson
10-lesson card valid in 6 months - with the same card you can attend Daoyin Qigong (Sunday) and Meditation & Self-massage (1 point for 2 lessons)
Monthly membership – Enjoy 10% discount for Chinese tea ceremony and 5% discount for purchasing tea
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