Forest Rock Qigong

27/02/2026

In Qi Gong, “Gong” (功) refers to the disciplined effort, practice, or skill that is cultivated over time. It embodies the idea of consistent, dedicated work to develop mastery, whether it be in physical exercises, energy cultivation, or mental focus.

The term “Qi Gong” (氣功) itself can be translated as “Energy Work” or “Energy Cultivation,” where “Qi” represents the life force or energy that flows through all living things, and “Gong” is the practice of working with this energy to improve health, balance, and spiritual well-being. 🌿

Gong is not just about physical movement but also involves mental discipline and the gradual development of internal energy. It emphasizes the importance of regular practice, patience, and dedication to achieve the benefits of Qi gong, which include enhanced vitality, mental clarity, and a deeper connection between mind, body, and spirit.

If you’d like to experience Gong as practice rather than idea, you’re welcome to try our FREE 6-Day Qi Gong Intro Series from Forest Rock Qigong.
Short daily practices that invite steady attention and gentle continuity.

Comment “6 Day” and we’ll send you the link.

26/02/2026

Start your day feeling grounded and calm. 🙏🏻

This gentle Qi Gong exercise is traditionally used to support emotional balance and release stored tension.

☯️ From the Ba Duan Jin Qi Gong System, this practice is called
Turn Behind and All Illnesses Dissipate.

This beautiful, calming exercise helps recover from the seven emotional illnesses or dysfunctions that cause imbalance in the body.

If you’d like a simple way to continue practising Qi Gong at home, we offer a 21-Day Qi Gong Challenge with short, 10-minute daily practices.

It’s a gentle way to support your energy, ease tension in the body, and build a regular practice at your own pace.

🌿 Just 10 minutes a day
🌿 Beginner-friendly
🌿 Lifetime access

Comment “21” and we’ll send you the details 🙌🏻

25/02/2026

Sword Fingers: Balancing Yin and Yang ☯️

The sword fingers position is a fundamental hand gesture in Qi Gong and Taiji.
It is not symbolic, but functional. It shapes how Qi is directed through the hand.

In this position, the index and middle fingers extend together, while the ring and little fingers connect with the thumb.

This alignment links the lung and large intestine meridians, creating a balanced relationship between Yin and Yang.

Through this structure, energy is guided with clarity and steadiness rather than force.
Sword fingers are taught as a way to cultivate precision, awareness, and energetic balance within practice.

For those who wish to understand Qi Gong beyond movement alone,
the Forest Rock Level 1 Qi Gong Teacher Training offers a structured foundation in Qi Gong and Traditional Chinese Medicine, guided by experienced teachers.

☯️ In-Person Qigong Teacher Training Event (Level 1)
🗓️ 1 – 24 July 2026
📍 Ubud, Bali

Comment “QTT Bali” and we’ll send you more information.

24/02/2026

Hand positions play a fundamental role in Qi Gong and Taiji.
They are not just physical gestures, but functional ways of guiding Qi through the body.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the hands are closely connected to the meridian system.
How the fingers align, connect, or separate influences how energy is directed, focused, or released.

This is why hand positions are taught with care and precision.
They reflect the relationship between structure, intention, and awareness within practice.

For those who wish to understand Qi Gong beyond movement alone,
the Forest Rock Level 1 Qi Gong Teacher Training offers a structured foundation in Qi Gong and Traditional Chinese Medicine, guided by experienced teachers.

☯️ In-Person Qigong Teacher Training Event (Level 1)
🗓️ 1 – 24 July 2026
📍 Ubud, Bali

Comment “QTT Bali” and we’ll send you more information.

24/02/2026

Gentle Qi Gong to support healthy weight from the inside out.

This 5-minute practice helps encourage digestion, ease tension, and support the body’s natural ability to regulate energy and balance.

A short, mindful sequence to support steady change through regular movement.

🎥 Watch here:

#26 New Forest Rock Qigong Weekly Classes: 5-Minute Qi Gong Routine for Weight LossTCM Understanding of Weight Gain and Weight LossIn Traditional Chinese Med...

22/02/2026

“The more we look after our physical body, everything functions better.”
— Peter Caughey

Caring for the physical body often has a wider effect than we expect.
Movement, nourishment, and rest don’t just support the body, but also influence how we think, feel, and respond to life.

In Qi Gong, this relationship is simple and practical.
When the body is supported, the rest naturally follows.

What helps you take care of your body these days?

21/02/2026

"Emotional well-being is an important part of life. It shapes how we live, how we breathe, and how we see the world.”

- Peter Caughey

Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a unique way to understand and regulate emotions—helping to create balance, so we aren’t stuck in one emotional state. Emotions are meant to flow, but when we experience anger or sadness all the time, it begins to create dysfunction in the body.

Qi Gong is designed to harmonize energy—not just in the body, but also in the mind and heart. It cultivates a life with less emotional fluctuation, bringing more balance, joy, and inner stability.

What practices help you regulate your emotions? Share in the comments. ✨

20/02/2026

🌿 Join Our Free 5-Day Qigong Challenge 🌿

Take 10 minutes a day to practice gentle Qi Gong exercises that calm your nervous system, support your natural vitality, and help you feel more grounded.

Guided by Qigong Master Peter Caughey, these beginner-friendly practices are gentle, practical, and easy to follow.

At the end of the challenge, enjoy a live Q&A session with Peter, where you can reflect on what you’ve practiced and ask your questions directly.

Connect with the Forest Rock Qigong community while you practice each day.

📅 03 – 08 March 2026
📍 Online — join from anywhere

https://forestrockqigong.com/5-day-challenge/

19/02/2026

Hear What Marina Has Experienced on Our Qi Gong Teacher Training in Bali

“It was something that I wished to do many years ago, and I had this chance. It was very special.”
Thank you Marina for sharing your experience with us. 🙏🏻

Our Qi Gong Teacher Training is not only about learning Qi Gong and TCM, but this is a very special opportunity to connect with yourself and others at a deep and authentic level. ✨

This is a very special community, and we are very grateful to have so many people from all over the world as part of our Qi Gong family.

If you’re curious to learn more about the Level 1 Teacher Training, you’re welcome to explore further.

Comment “QTT Bali” and we’ll share the details. 🙌🏻

18/02/2026

Are you new to Qi Gong?

Here’s 3 simple exercise you can do to start practicing today.

🫁 Metal Element Exercise for your Lungs - Five Element Qi Gong
🌙 Turn and Gaze at the Moon - Shi Ba Shi Taiji Qi Gong System
🏞️ Nature's Fragrance Drift Up from the Stream - Shi Ba Shi Taiji Qi Gong System

If you’re new to Qi Gong and want a simple place to begin,

we offer a FREE 6-Day Qi Gong Intro Series ☯️

Short daily practices to help you build a regular practice at home.

Comment “Qigong” and we’ll send you the details. 🙌🏻

17/02/2026

Gentle Qi Gong to support the body through chronic pain.

This 5-minute practice helps encourage circulation, ease stiffness, and soften tension so energy can move more freely through the body.

A calm, accessible sequence you can return to whenever you need support.

🎥 Watch here:

#39 New Forest Rock Qigong Weekly Classes: 5-Minute Qi Gong Routine for chronic painTraditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) ViewIn TCM, chronic pain is most often...