Dave Sowden - Macrobiotics, Oriental Bodywork & Qi Gong

09/06/2025

Dave Sowden has couple of timeslots available this week for massage and healing therapies - Shiatsu, Reiki and Remedial Massage. Tuesday 10th June at 4.30pm and Wednesday 11th June at 2.30pm. Contact Dave on 07791 042260 to make your booking.

  Ki To Health is the business name Dave Sowden uses to encompass many of his skills and practice, Ki (pronounced “kee”) being the Japanese term for life-force energy and a play with the English word Key. Ki is also … Continue reading

03/09/2023

Qi Gong is back for the Autumn Term, starting 20th September from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at the MMI in St. Agnes. For further details, click on the link below:

Painted scroll dating 168 BCE of ancient Tao Yin / Qi Gong exercises   Qi Gong (also spelt Qigong/Chi Kung/Chi Gung) translates from the Chinese as “energy work”. Often there is a confusion in how to pronounce Qi Gong. The … Continue reading ...

01/06/2023

Tired of the same old cooking routine? Craving some culinary inspiration?
Level up your cooking skills and join us for our next 5-week plant-based cooking online course! Discover exciting recipes, learn new techniques, and unleash your creativity in the kitchen.

Starting soon, this course offers:
✅ 5 weeks of interactive live classes
✅ 2-hour sessions filled with culinary wisdom
✅ Delightful plant-based recipes for every occasion
✅ Access to recordings and recipe resources
✅ Expert guidance from our experienced instructor

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For a limited time, enjoy a discounted rate of only £70 instead of £90! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enhance your cooking journey.

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26/05/2023

Just got back from a very inspiring and nourishing International Macrobiotic Conference, held at Oxon Hoath country house in Kent. Amazing weather, colleagues and food.

31/03/2023

Daoism (also spelt Taoism) is the basis of my therapeutic approach. Healing is a journey of becoming more in tune with our inner being and the forces of nature.This short video explains Daoist life philosophy very succinctly:

Deng Ming Dao is one of the great living Daoist teachers, here is his understanding of the Dao...You can listen to the full conversation on the podcast: http...

03/01/2023

New Year's Greetings. Qi Gong is starting up for the Spring Term from 18th January face-to-face 6.30pm at the St Agnes MMI and 20th January online. Ideal start for the new year to develop a healthier body, mind & spirit. For information follow the link below or by contacting Dave directly on 07791 042260

Painted scroll dating 168 BCE of ancient Tao Yin / Qi Gong exercises   Qi Gong (also spelt Qigong/Chi Kung/Chi Gung) translates from the Chinese as “energy work”. Often there is a confusion in how to pronounce Qi Gong. The … Continue reading ...

21/12/2022

Wishing all my clients, students and friends following this page all the best for Yuletide, Christmas and the New Year.

I'm having a well deserved break recharging my "bio-batteries" and will be back seeing clients from the 6th January and back teaching Qi Gong from the 18th January.

05/10/2022

Had a good turn for Qi Gong this evening in St Agnes 😃 Reminder that I have also a Friday morning online Zoom class starting at 9am UK time. This term we are working with the energy of autumn, our immune system, and preparing the mind, body & energy for the forthcoming winter ahead. More information and contact details in the link below:

Painted scroll dating 168 BCE of ancient Tao Yin / Qi Gong exercises   Qi Gong (also spelt Qigong/Chi Kung/Chi Gung) translates from the Chinese as “energy work”. Often there is a confusion in how to pronounce Qi Gong. The … Continue reading ...

12/09/2022

New season of Qi Gong classes will start at the St Agnes MMI Wednesdays from 5th October at 6.30 to 7.30pm., and Zoom on Fridays from 7th October at 9.00 to 10.00am UK time. For more information and booking your place, contact Dave on 07791 042260 or via the website below:

Painted scroll dating 168 BCE of ancient Tao Yin / Qi Gong exercises   Qi Gong (also spelt Qigong/Chi Kung/Chi Gung) translates from the Chinese as “energy work”. Often there is a confusion in how to pronounce Qi Gong. The … Continue reading ...

04/08/2022

Holistic Wellbeing Open Day

Our next Open Day here at the school will include several events designed to give you a taste of what we do. The event will include:

- A talk from principal Oliver Cowmeadow on how we can all enjoy better health with balanced plant-based eating, and prevent or heal many common health problems ourselves with changes in food, lifestyle and specific physical exercises.

- Cooking demonstrations making some delicious plant-based, macrobiotic dishes.

- Free recipes.

- Find out about our professional training courses, with questions answered by our principal Oliver Cowmeadow.

- 20% Discount Offers on upcoming short courses for all attendees.

Happening on Saturday 3rd September either 10.30-12.30pm or 2-4pm
Free, but booking essential.
To book your place please email info@macroschool.co.uk