Known as one of the most powerful ancient energy practices, it is used to improve one's health and wellbeing. Group Classes at the Bay Club in Port Ludlow
Saturdays - all levels:
9:00-10:00 am - Stretch and Strengthen
10:00-11:00 am - Moving Meditation
Thursdays - Intermediate level
4pm - 5:30pm - Yuan Gong
No one is turned away because of funds. If you can, classes are donation based with mos
t of our funds going to Bayside Housing. $10 per class, $60 per month unlimited or $600 per year unlimited. Please bring your donations to class or you can give directly to Bayside. https://www.baysidehousing.org/donate
In 2024, as a community we donated close to $5,000 to Bayside Housing! Please name Inner Joy Qigong on the honor someone or notes field and they will keep a tally for us as to how much we have contributed throughout the year. Bayside Housing & Services (BHS) offers transitional and permanent housing with trauma-informed case management services to improve the economic and social independence of individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty in Jefferson County. Text, message or email me for more info or to sign up for a class: innerjoyqigong@gmail.com
What is Qigong? Known as one of the most powerful ancient energy practices, it is an easy, practical method of using gentle movements, postures, mindful breathing and meditation to increase achieve optimal health, dissolve tension, and relieve pain. People practice Qigong to improve health, but additional reported benefits include increased energy, mobility, and relaxation (especially in the neck, shoulder, lower back, and hips), improved ability to focus the mind, a brighter outlook, and increased sense of well-being. Yuan Qigong is a comprehensive wellness practice that combines ancient Chinese wisdom with modern science. Created in 2013 by renowned Qigong master Yuan Tze, Yuan Qigong offers evidence-based tools for enhancing health, reducing stress, and cultivating inner peace. This innovative system integrates traditional wisdom with contemporary psychology and scientific research, making powerful self-healing practices accessible and practical for modern life. The nine methods form a comprehensive system for improving health, uplifting and transforming life. The first six methods strengthen the body, including the organs and immune system, and improve energy or Qi levels. The final three methods are highly advanced internal Qigong methods that work on the heart and mind to improve relationships. Discover a comprehensive, safe and effective Qigong system designed for the needs and benefits of people living in the 21st century. It is deeply rooted in ancient Chinese wisdom tradition, but as a modern discipline it also incorporates western scientific and psychological findings. A Complete System for Life Transformation
Yuan Qigong stands apart as an integrated path to total wellbeing:
• Complete Life System - Part of Ren Xue (Study of Human Life), offering comprehensive tools for understanding and transforming all aspects of life
• Deep Transformation - Unique methods for identifying and changing patterns at their root, while developing wisdom and realization
• Heart Development - Special focus on cultivating positive qualities like trust, gratitude, and love through targeted practices
• Modern Understanding - Integrates traditional wisdom with contemporary psychology and scientific research
• Global Support - Access to worldwide community of practitioners and certified teachers for continuous growth
Allison's Background:
I have been drawn to mind-body practices for most of my adult life starting as a young adult with Ballet and then Yoga. I sustained a busy life style raising a family, managing a very high-stress career and trying to live up to my interpretation of all of society's expectations. Eventually, life caught up with me so I took the opportunity to do a 4-week immersion yoga teacher training and found meditation. It felt weird at first as I wondered who this person was sitting meditating, not the fast-paced, high achiever I imagined myself! But as I surrendered, my heart began to open. As life went on I was faced with some serious health issues and found Qigong. I was looking for a practice that would improve my health. Lucky enough to find Ren Xue and Yuan Qigong, I found a holistic practice that has changed my life. My sense of wellbeing, my relationships and my life's purpose have all greatly transformed. Education and Certifications:
Yuan Gong Teacher Levels 1 - 4
Certified Yoga Teacher – 200 hr
Portland State University - BA Spanish and Business Administration
American Heart Association CPR Certification
Interests and Achievements:
Family is at the center of my life with my husband, 2 grown children and two grandchildren. I enjoy spending time with my extended family and friends, practicing and teaching Yuan Qigong, cooking, traveling, snow skiing, hiking and boating. I especially love our beautiful Pacific Northwest. Having recently moved to the Olympic Peninsula, I am enjoying discovering all of the wonderful treasures of the local community, forest, water and mountains!
