Saturday Qigong – Awakening the Spirit

Saturday Qigong will awaken and elevate your TQSpirit

As spring unfolds, our Saturday Qigong community gathers once again in the spirit of renewal and growth. This Spring 2026 session carries us fully into the Wood energy of Spring—a season of expansion, circulation, and reawakening throughout the entire body.

Our practice becomes a full-body, full-season experience, drawing from a rich variety of Qigong forms, meditations, mindful stretching, and breathwork. Movements gently open the joints, lengthen the muscles and fascia, strengthen the legs and spine, and invite Qi to flow smoothly from head to toe. Some practices are slow and deeply calming; others are more expansive, rhythmical, and enlivening—together supporting balance, flexibility, coordination, and vitality.

Qigong has a way of making you feel alive, grounded, and uplifted all at once. Through steady repetition, conscious breathing, and seasonal intention, tension softens, energy circulates more freely, and the body gradually remembers its natural ease. Many leave class feeling lighter, more centred, and quietly energized—like nature itself coming fully back to life.

Come for the Qigong. Return for the connection and the joy of shared energy

On Saturdays, whether you join In-Person or Live-On-Zoom, the experience is deeply supportive and often transformative. In-person practice allows you to feel the Qi in the room—the shared current of energy that fills our Saturday mornings.

That same sense of connection extends to our Live-On-Zoom participants. Zoom brings you close to each movement, each cue, and each breath—wherever you are. Many students are surprised by how strongly they can feel the Qi and the community even while practicing from home.

Our Saturday Qigong Zoomers gather from across the North Shore, throughout British Columbia, across Canada, and from other countries as well. Snowbirds and travellers often join us from warm climates, mountain cabins, or beach-side retreats—remaining connected to their Qigong practice and community wherever life takes them.

Come for the Qigong. Feel the change of the seasons. Register early. This popular class fills quickly!

CLASS DETAILS
  • Awakening The Spirit, Chinese Health & Medical Qigong Exercises and Meditations
  • Type of Class: HYBRID: In-Person and Live-On-Zoom
  • Saturday In-Person Location: Highlands United Church. See Map and Parking Directions below. 
  • Saturday Qigong Starts: Saturday, April 11th to July 11th, 2026. 13 classes. Full-class video options also available as an Add-On.
  • Saturday Qigong Time: Please join us by 9:45am for a pre-warm-up walk around the Gym to up-tempo music. We start Qigong practice at 10:00am-10:55am, sometimes 10:05am-11:00am.
  • COMBO! Both In-Person Classes. Our In-Person Qigong Tai Chi Fusion class starts at North Lonsdale United Church on Tuesdays, April 7th (9:00am). It combines with our Saturday Qigong, starting on April 11th (10:00am) at Highlands United Church. At Highlands, you have the choice of In-Person or Live-On-Zoom. 27 classes. Sign up for the COMBO on the Tuesday Qigong-Tai Chi Fusion page. 
  • Class Level: All levels welcome — from complete beginners to long-time practitioners (some with over 15 years of experience).
CLASS FEES FOR SATURDAY QIGONG AWAKENING & COMBO
    • Saturday Qigong: Fully Registered Students: $191.75. for 13 classes, tax included. Both In-Person or Live-On-Zoom.
    • Special Note for those registering IN-PERSON: For the Priority Registration, 4 packs and Drop-Ins options will be not offered at this time. Depending on registration, 4 packs and Drop-Ins may be offered at a later date.
    • Special Note for those registering LIVE-ON-ZOOM: For the Priority Registration, students will get the option for register in Full, Pro-Rated (after classes begin), 4-packs ($68.00) and Drop-Ins ($20.00). All fees for Zoom must be by E-transfer.
    • Payment Details: In-Person: E-transfer, Cash, or Cheque. Live-On-Zoom students: E-transfer only. Sorry — no debit or credit cards. Payment information will be provided during the registration process.
    • Are you a Newbie? Check out these Newbie FAQS
    • Fully registered Qigong Students (In-Person and Live-On-Zoom) have the option to practice during the week with Training Videos. This is an Add-On Video Option: $39.00. Click here to: Read about the Value of Practice Videos Each Week
    • All In-Person students can Zoom in when ever and where ever they are in the World. Zoom can be used by In-Person students if they are not feeling well or, for whatever reason, need to stay home that morning. Our Zoom option, or our Video Recordings, are a great option for travelers
     
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  • Training Videos are available for this class for fully-registered students.


2026-WAIT LIST – APRIL-JULY – For all NEW SPRING INTO SUMMER classes available – Fill out form

$50.00 – $191.75

Videos are only available for fully-registered students in the Saturday Qigong class, or for students enrolled in the Tuesday Qigong + Saturday Qigong Combo.
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    Come for the Qigong. Return for the connection and the joy of shared energy

    In this unique Health Qigong class, we explore a rich and ever-changing mix of Qigong forms—from slow, meditative practices that calm the nervous system, to more rhythmical and expansive movements that gently energize the whole body. Each class weaves together movement, breath, mindful stretching, and seasonal intention, supporting strength, flexibility, balance, and overall vitality.

    Spring practice invites a full-body, full-season awakening. Movements open the joints, lengthen muscles and fascia, and encourage Qi to circulate smoothly from head to toe. Some forms emphasize deep healing and inner stillness; others invite playful coordination, gentle challenge, and flow. While we follow the seasonal qualities of Spring and the Wood element, we also continue to practice well-loved, well-rounded Qigong forms that support all 12 meridians and the body as a whole.

    Each class is guided, adaptable, and layered—allowing everyone to move comfortably at their own pace while still being inspired to grow. The variety keeps the practice fresh, nourishing, and deeply supportive throughout the session.

    Our Saturday Qigong group is beautifully diverse, with participants ranging in age from their mid-20s to over 90. Everyone moves in their own way. Some come for the enjoyment of healthy movement, healing sounds, and friendship. Others seek strength, flexibility, pain relief, or internal support while navigating life’s challenges, including recovery from illness, chronic conditions, or emotional stress. Most people join because it simply feels good—the joy of movement, the shared Qi, and the sense of renewal that carries into daily life This class attracts participants from all walks of life and across generations—proof that Qigong truly is for everyone.

  • Come for the healing; return for the laughter, the shared breath, and the deep sense of renewal.

    Everyone moves at their own pace. Some come for the enjoyment of the healthy movements, healing sounds and friendship. Others join in to build strength and stretch-ability; to reduce pain in the body or spirit; while others seek Qigong’s internal support while going through life’s challenges, including cancer recovery, chronic illness, or emotional stress. Mostly, people join in because it just feels good, the joy of the moves and the shared Qi.

    No experience necessary—just bring your breath, your curiosity, and your willingness to explore.

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SPECIFICATIONS

More information about Health Qigong

Come join us…In-Person or Live-On-Zoom

Practicing Qigong builds and circulates energy (Qi or Chi) through the body. Qigong is an excellent addition to any walking, cardio or stretching regime that is already in place. No need to memorize any of the movements… unless you want to. Just follow along, breathe deeply and enjoy.

There is a lot of research online that will introduce you to the benefits of Qigong for those struggling with:

Parkinson’s Disease Fibromyalgia
Cancer symptom management  Osteoarthritis
Chronic Pain Diabetes
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Self-Awareness
Cognition and Memory Substance Use Disorders
High Blood Pressure  Blood Pressure
 Heart Failure Anxiety and Depression
Fall Prevention Immune System Strengthening

Here is a ‘short’ list of the many different forms of Qigong you will practice with us:

  • Health Qigong: Baduan Jin–8 pieces of Silk & Brocade
  • Yi Jin Jing – Tendon-Muscle Strengthening Qigong
  • Liu Zi Jue – Six Healing Sounds
  • Wu Qin Xi – 5 Animals Qigong
  • Qigong on Wei Lei Mountain
  • 18 Movements
  • 5 Elements
  • Swimming Dragon
  • Balancing the Heart Qigong
  • Medical Qigong
  • Qigong to Relieve Anxiety & Stress
  • Breathing Exercises & Meditation.
  • Organ Qigong for the 12 Meridians

 

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Parking at Highlands

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    Refund Policies – Video Policies – In-Person Covid Policies – On-Zoom Policies – Waiver 2022

    REFUND POLICIES
    1) Requests must be submitted in writing by email and is effective the date of the email.
    2) Refunds will not be given after the 3rd class unless it is for medical reasons.
    3) If you must stop class because you have contracted Covid 19 please contact us immediately.
    4) Refunds provided will be calculated in the following manner – Classes already taken will be converted to a Drop-In Rate of $15.00/class, plus an added administration fee of $10.00. The balance will be refunded and sent to you by Interac or by mail.
    5) Please note that if locations close due to Covid restrictions then all classes will continue on Zoom.
    6) Some In-Person locations have special event days where all classes will either be On-Zoom or In-Person at an alternate location. No credit for class missed will be provided.

    VIDEO POLICIES
    Whether On-Zoom or In-Person the registered student understands that the North Shore Tai Chi Spirit & Chinese Health Qigong organization has a strict no-video-of-the-Instructor or the Assistants without express written consent. Additionally, all students agree that any videos sent to them by the Instructor are for “your eyes only” and should never be shared with any other person or posted, in full or in part, on the Internet.

    IN-PERSON COVID POLICIES (as of April 2022)
    North Shore Tai-Chi Spirit & Chinese Health Qigong wants to create a safe place for indoor tai chi and qigong group practice. Many of our classes are both In-Person and On-Zoom at the same time.

    In accordance with the Provincial Health Authority wearing a mask will be a personal choice at this time. However, we will continue to require that all In-Person students practice social distancing.

    If a shut-down to all In-Person classes is mandated by the Provincial Health Authority, then all classes will continue on Zoom. No credit will be given to students unless they do not have adequate access to the Internet.

    ON-ZOOM POLICIES

    IN-PERSON OPTIONS FOR ZOOM
    Anyone signing up for In-Person classes will always have the option to be on Zoom where that option is available at that location. Some classes do not have the Zoom option.

    Any In-Person registration means that you are guaranteed a spot in the class. When and if the need arises: if you are not feeling well , if you are out-of-town, or if you are running late; On-Zoom is an option for you.

    WAIVER FOR ALL STUDENTS
    Thank you for your registration.
    In registering for this class our Instructor assumes you have talked to your doctor before starting this health and fitness regime. If you have any medical conditions or physical concerns please participate at your own pace and also let your Instructor know by emailing taichispirit@shaw.ca.

    Agreement of Release and Waiver of Liability:
    I (referring to the student, the undersigned) voluntarily supply my contact information so that representatives of the North Shore Tai-Chi Spirit (& Chinese Health Qigong) can contact me regarding class changes, cancellations, course updates, and tuition reminders, and special event updates. Participation in tai chi & qigong classes involves exercise. Exercise can result in accidents or injuries. I assume the risk connected with participation in tai chi & qigong classes and represent that I am insufficiently good health and condition and do not suffer from any physical or mental impairment which would put me or anyone at risk of injury while receiving tai chi & qigong instruction from representatives of the North Shore Tai-Chi Spirit. I understand that North Shore Tai-Chi Spirit is a management company only. All Instructors represent themselves. I specifically agree that the North Shore Tai-Chi Spirit, the general manager, volunteers, and instructor(s) of any In-Person or Zoom classes I am participating in, and/or his associates, shall not be held liable for any claim, demand, cause of action of any kind, resulting from or related to my use of the facilities or instruction.

    I have read the above release and waiver of liability, as well as the refund policies, On-Zoom policies, In-Person policies, Covid policies, and fully understand their contents. I voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above. I verify that all answers in my Registration are true.