{"id":33313,"date":"2024-01-05T15:18:40","date_gmt":"2024-01-05T15:18:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/?p=33313"},"modified":"2024-02-03T16:09:13","modified_gmt":"2024-02-03T15:09:13","slug":"weekly-training-with-the-chi-kung-academy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/blog\/weekly-training-with-the-chi-kung-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekly Training with the Chi&nbsp;Kung Academy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9472ee18 gb-container-page-outer-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7ff487d2\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0d0b72fc gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"imTALeft fs16lh1-5\">Would you like to take your Chi&nbsp;Kung&nbsp;practice to the next&nbsp;level?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-53a0fd15 gb-container-page-outer-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f996c1fd\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3a0c2883 gb-headline-text\">Become a member of the Chi&nbsp;Kung Academy to&nbsp;access<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-14554604 gb-headline-text\">Weekly online classes, live via Zoom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-fb138d38 gb-headline-text\">A supportive community of like\u2011minded&nbsp;people<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ae648d0d gb-headline-text\">Exclusive training to deepen your practice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3aa43763\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-3463b042 gb-button-text gb-button-button-1\" href=\"#membership-plans\">To the Membership Plans<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a8f5ad83\">\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">Keep reading to learn more about how membership can benefit you on your journey towards a healthier and more balanced&nbsp;life.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-536c3ce3 gb-container-page-outer-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2d45d73e gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"imTALeft fs16lh1-5\">Unlock Your Full Potential<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6d1fd0e2\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5301afbb\">\n\n<p>Once you have been introduced to the basics of Chi Kung, there are three keys to further your understanding and your practice of this&nbsp;art:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Continue to learn from an accomplished teacher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice regularly, ideally daily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain your motivation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/DSCF8425-cpr.webp\" alt=\"Chi Kung Workshop with Master Lam in Petersaurach\" class=\"wp-image-31397\" srcset=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/DSCF8425-cpr.webp 800w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/DSCF8425-cpr-300x200.webp 300w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/DSCF8425-cpr-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b910f0a6\">\n\n<p>When you join the Chi Kung Academy, you experience the benefits of weekly classes taught by Sifu Thomas, who founded the Academy 27 years ago, and other qualified instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You train with a group of like-minded students, which helps you to stay motivated and keeps you on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the fixed, weekly class schedule makes it easy for you to establish a routine and develop a consistent practice that leads to lasting results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By becoming a member of the Academy, you will stay focused and motivated, and your Chi Kung practice will be more enjoyable and fulfilling.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-780c5628\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-bf00aaca gb-button-text gb-button-button-1\" href=\"#membership-plans\">To the Membership Plans<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-22abbcaa gb-container-page-outer-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5f2194bc gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"imTALeft fs16lh1-5\">Membership Details<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-83b23461\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f207430a\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a5c3956b\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6f1cf32d gb-headline-text\">Recommended Experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The weekly classes of the Academy include advanced, sometimes rarely taught Chi Kung practices from the Tradition of the Masters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, new members should already know the basics of Chi Kung, especially its foundation, Zhan&nbsp;Zhuang, Standing Like a&nbsp;Tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may wish to gain some practical Chi Kung experience before joining the Academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can be accomplished in a number of ways, including self-study of Master Lam&#8217;s book The Way of Energy, attending the annual Foundation Course taught by Sifu Thomas, or being introduced to Zhan Zhuang as part of another Chi&nbsp;Kung or Tai&nbsp;Chi system.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c8c35ca7 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6b8f6dbd gb-headline-text\">Holidays<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Classes take place as usual on public holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Academy closes for two weeks at the end of the year and during the summer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ae4742a5 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-11367e07 gb-headline-text\">The Chi Kung Academy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 1997 by Sifu Thomas, and supported by Master Lam, the Academy offers Chi Kung training to newcomers and advanced practitioners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With active students from numerous countries and five continents, the Academy is one of the largest international Chi Kung communities on the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mission of the Chi Kung Academy is to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carry on the living Chi Kung Tradition of the&nbsp;Masters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer foundational courses for new&nbsp;students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide advanced training for committed students at affordable&nbsp;rates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1e34a19b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><em><a href=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/blog\/the-academy\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"35206\">Click here for more details on the Academy<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bc04e2b gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-978b4f5b gb-headline-text\">Your 100 % Guarantee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You get a 7-day free trial at no costs whatsoever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may cancel your membership at any time during or after the trial period without notice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b2877d18\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d7efb538\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-fe22d87a gb-headline-text\">Technical Requirements and&nbsp;Privacy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re using Zoom Meetings for our online classes. Zoom meetings are private video conferences where all participants can see each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, in order to respect privacy rights, recording of the video conferences in any form (audio, video) is not allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To participate in the course via Zoom, it is recommended to install the Zoom software on a smartphone, tablet, desktop or laptop beforehand. Registration with Zoom is not required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Access to a reliable internet connection should be available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After signing-up, you will receive the Zoom dial-in data which you need to participate in the weekly classes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-70f8b950 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9f5ce294 gb-headline-text\">Language and Start Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Weekly classes are held in English with translation into German, and begin at 6:30 pm Central European Time (CET) on Tuesdays and Thursdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re outside of the CET time zone, please click the link below and enter the current day to obtain the start time at your location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b4c3dc1c\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20240109T173000&amp;p1=168&amp;p2=136&amp;p3=224&amp;p4=75&amp;p5=64&amp;p6=179&amp;p7=131&amp;p8=146&amp;p9=250&amp;p10=44&amp;p11=145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Click here for the time zone converter<\/em><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-90891bcd gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e6db024a gb-headline-text\">Participation At Your Own Risk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chi Kung exercises can be demanding and strenuous, depending on your physical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By participating, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your health and well-being are our top priority. So please, if you have pre-existing medical conditions or injuries, or if you have any doubts or concerns, seek medical advice before participating in our classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please click the link below to read the Chi Kung Health Advisory for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-aabd4794\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/chi-kung-health-advisory\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"32326\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Click here for the Chi Kung health advisory<\/em><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-28988d36\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-230dc335 gb-button-text gb-button-button-1\" href=\"#membership-plans\">To the Membership Plans<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-56fa870f gb-container-page-outer-container-wide\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-aa6e2c52\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-86abb537\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 40 28\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M30.6 28c-5.2 0-9.4-4.2-9.4-9.4C21.2 8 25.5 1 25.7.7l.5-.7H33l-.6 2C31.9 3.9 31 7.4 31 8.6v.6c2.4.1 4.6 1.1 6.3 2.8 1.7 1.8 2.7 4.1 2.7 6.6 0 5.2-4.2 9.4-9.4 9.4zM27.9 3.1c-1 2-3.6 7.7-3.6 15.5 0 3.4 2.8 6.2 6.2 6.2s6.2-2.8 6.2-6.2-2.7-6.2-6.1-6.2h-.1c-1.4 0-2-.7-2.4-1.3-.4-.7-.4-1.5-.4-2.4 0-1.2.6-3.7 1-5.5l-.8-.1zm2.7 6.1zM9.4 28C4.2 28 0 23.8 0 18.6 0 8 4.3 1 4.5.7l.4-.7h6.8l-.6 2c-.6 1.9-1.4 5.5-1.4 6.6v.6c2.4.1 4.6 1.1 6.3 2.8 1.7 1.8 2.7 4.1 2.7 6.6 0 5.2-4.2 9.4-9.3 9.4zM6.7 3.1c-1 2-3.6 7.7-3.6 15.5 0 3.4 2.8 6.2 6.2 6.2s6.2-2.8 6.2-6.2-2.7-6.2-6.1-6.2c-1.4 0-2-.7-2.4-1.3-.4-.7-.4-1.5-.4-2.4 0-1.2.6-3.7 1-5.5l-.9-.1zm2.7 6.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Student Voices<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-3fc219e6\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-2482df3a\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2482df3a\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-45c0a3bb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-45c0a3bb photo-border is-style-rounded\" src=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Andrea.webp\" alt=\"Andrea practicing Chi Kung in Petersaurach\" title=\"Andrea practicing Chi Kung in Petersaurach\" srcset=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Andrea.webp 512w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Andrea-300x300.webp 300w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Andrea-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">Through the training, I increased both my physical and mental fitness and balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">It helps me to overcome crises, to stay calm and positive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">The weekly lessons in the group are a great addition to my daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-citation\">Andrea Strauss, Social Education Worker, Family and Couple Therapist, Petersaurach, Germany<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-06fd0a18\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-06fd0a18\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-35b4e121\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-35b4e121 photo-border is-style-rounded\" src=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Sheng-Han-in-the-hills-near-Manila.webp\" alt=\"Sheng-Han practicing Chi Kung in the hills near Manila\" title=\"Sheng-Han practicing Chi Kung in the hills near Manila\" srcset=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Sheng-Han-in-the-hills-near-Manila.webp 512w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Sheng-Han-in-the-hills-near-Manila-300x300.webp 300w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Sheng-Han-in-the-hills-near-Manila-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">This powerful system is like&nbsp;a&nbsp;tiger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">Sneaking upon the practitioner, it looks so calm&nbsp;and&nbsp;steady.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">Yet so much power is given and returned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-citation\">Sheng-Han Yang, Chi Kung teacher, Manila, The Philippines<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-e92a93f2\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e92a93f2\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a9127b9c\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a9127b9c photo-border is-style-rounded\" src=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Ann-Mc-Fadden.webp\" alt=\"Ann Mc Fadden\" title=\"Ann Mc Fadden\" srcset=\"http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Ann-Mc-Fadden.webp 512w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Ann-Mc-Fadden-300x300.webp 300w, http:\/\/chi-gong.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/Ann-Mc-Fadden-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">This training process continues to deepen my understanding and my practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-text\">What might look simple on the outside is really quite profound when experienced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"testimonial-citation\">Ann McFadden , Senior Construction Project Manager, Winona,&nbsp;MN,&nbsp;USA<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1a5eabc4 gb-container-page-outer-container-wide\" id=\"membership-plans\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ccfb7cb3 gb-headline-text\">Choose the plan that&#8217;s right for you<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-d7845935\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-396923ab\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-396923ab\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-acbe8496 gb-headline-text\">Basic <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-54a27a9f gb-headline-text\">25 \u20ac \/ month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f3cf151c gb-headline-text\">7 Days Free Trial<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-97d1663b gb-headline-text\">One hour class per&nbsp;week<br>via Zoom<br>Tuesdays at 18:30&nbsp;CET<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-4b8a41dd gb-button-text gb-button-button-1\" href=\"https:\/\/chi-kung.thrivecart.com\/chi-kung-membership-basic-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sign-Up<\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-00203d32\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-00203d32\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-057f1d49 gb-headline-text\">Standard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ba6c517f gb-headline-text\">30 \u20ac \/ month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ed73bd4b gb-headline-text\">7 Days Free Trial<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0a92ce87 gb-headline-text\">One hour class per&nbsp;week<br>via Zoom<br>Tuesdays at 18:30&nbsp;CET<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3b33e5ec gb-headline-text\">One hour class per&nbsp;week<br>via Zoom<br>Thursdays at 18:30&nbsp;CET<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-31800dfe gb-headline-text\">All courses by Sifu Thomas (via Zoom)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-80feea44 gb-headline-text\">Worth 290\u20ac or more per year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b6ec4143 gb-headline-text\">20% discount for Academy workshops with Master Lam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-80b8c807 gb-headline-text\">Worth 29\u20ac per one day workshop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-07f3698b gb-headline-text\">20% discount for Academy workshops with Sifu Thomas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-60a1623f gb-headline-text\">Worth 29\u20ac per one day workshop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c4d47f83 gb-headline-text\">Summer Party<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8eec94ab gb-headline-text\">Worth 36\u20ac<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button 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No reason to wait.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">You can cancel your membership at any time without prior notice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5060392b gb-container-page-outer-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b6fbf8ca gb-headline-text\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-690cf86e\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3fe5c200\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-37bd2b8a\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-085faad9 gb-headline-text\">Can I change my membership plan once I&#8217;ve signed up?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, you can upgrade or downgrade your membership level at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On ThriveCart, the platform used to manage your membership, you can do this yourself &#8211; or you can ask Sifu Thomas to do it for you.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-aec59a86 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-89ecc54a gb-headline-text\">Is there a syllabus or agenda for the weekly classes?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the Academy courses, which have clearly defined topics, the weekly classes follow the flow and inspiration of the teacher and the interests and abilities of the students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some recent example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of 2022, we explored the very profound concept of Hun Yuan and its application in Zhan Zhuang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the summer of 2022, the Academy training focused on breathing, especially the Chi Kung exercises for regular and reverse breathing, and their relationship with Shi Li, Power Testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the beginning of  2023, a series of classes covered healing with advanced Chi Kung practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In autumn, the focus was on using Golden Ball training to strengthen the spine, preventing and curing back issues.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c21a9664 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d8900bb7 gb-headline-text\">I\u2018m a complete beginner and want to learn Chi Kung. How do I&nbsp;start?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to begin your Chi Kung journey is to read Master Lam&#8217;s classic The Way of Energy &#8211; Mastering the Chinese Art of Internal Strength with Chi&nbsp;Kung Exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the very first book on Chi Kung published in the West, and the definitive book on the art. It is beautifully illustrated and provides excellent and comprehensive instructions for self-study of Chi Kung in the Tradition of the Masters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A great additional resource for self-study is Master Lam&#8217;s Stand Still be Fit video series. You can access the videos by clicking the Link below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-49c3fea8\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=y07FauHYlmg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to view the Youtube videos<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also want to attend the annual Foundation Course taught by Sifu Thomas. The 9 classes of this course will give you a great foundation on which to build your practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing this course, you&#8217;ll definitely be ready for advanced training at the Academy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-80061136 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f78cf550 gb-headline-text\">How do online courses fit into the weekly class schedule?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Online classes are included with Standard and Premium memberships at no additional cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They replace weekly classes on Thursdays for the duration of the course.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5eef7562\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b5e0b068\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5cd08f78 gb-headline-text\">Can I join the Academy after reading the Way of Energy?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many students like you began their Chi Kung journey by studying Master Lam&#8217;s The Way of Energy on their own. It&#8217;s a very popular way to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The classic Chi Kung Foundation Course, which has been taught and refined by Sifu Thomas continuously since 1997, would be the perfect next step for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you don&#8217;t want to wait for the next class in October, you can sign up now and take advantage of the 7-day trial to see if you&#8217;re ready for the advanced weekly training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find that you enjoy the weekly Academy classes and have chosen the Standard or Premium plan, you will eventually take the Chi Kung Foundations course &#8211; it is included in your membership, as well as all other online courses.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5aa556d1 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-81edae1c gb-headline-text\">What kind of training can I expect as a member of the Academy?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a wide range of Chi Kung exercises that you will learn as a member of the Academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Six Zhan Zhuang, Standing Like a Tree, Yin postures: 5 Elements + Wu Chi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10 Precious Warm-Up exercises as taught by Master Lam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ba Duan Jin, classical stretching movements, aligned with Zhan Zhuang<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yang positions, special Zhan Zhuang postures<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shi Li, Power Testing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-healing with advanced Chi Kung practices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tsou Pu, Training the Legs,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening the Energy Gates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Golden Ball, essential for advanced Tai Chi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finger Positions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Second Heart, key for developing your power<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whole Body and Reverse Breathing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hun Yuan &#8211; The Circle of Power<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Advanced Zhan Zhuang, such as Tiger&amp;Dragon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yi Jin Jing for Health<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 5 Signs of Professor Yu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tai Chi in the Tradition of Master Lam: The Small Circle and the Middle Form<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-42a45d68 gb-container-heading-container-top-margin\">\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8895ce83 gb-headline-text\">I have a medical condition. 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