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Jan 18, 2021

Every one of us is born with an ample amount of life force, otherwise known as qi, which keeps us robust and alive. However, it diminishes over time as a result of our diet, lifestyle and stress levels. Undertaking formal training in qigong equips you with the ability to cultivate your qi, prevent diseases and maintain optimal health.

And because qigong is a holistic way of maintaining good health, which is the preferred route of many people in this day and age, you can rest assured that a qualification in this modality will boost your career in complementary medicine.

What is Qigong?

Qi means life force in English; it exists in all living organisms as well as the surroundings. Gong translates to cultivation. When combined, these words mean to harness or cultivate life force. 

Qigong is one of the branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that employs mind-body movements and breathing techniques to restore balance and harmony to the body. An imbalanced qi, based on the principles of TCM, leads to a variety of health conditions that affect the mind, body and spirit.

Qigong allows the body to absorb the energies from the earth and cosmos, to balance its own bioenergy. In doing so, a person can reap numerous benefits, including: 

  • Releases muscle tension
  • Improves blood circulation
  • Induces relaxation
  • Promotes mental clarity
  • Relieves stress and anxiety
  • Treats insomnia and other sleep disorders
  • Tonifies the body's internal organs
  • Increases longevity
  • Heal various conditions from within the body

Career Opportunities for a Qualified Qigong Teacher

Studying qigong will open you up to a whole new world of career possibilities. Whether you're a natural health practitioner looking to expand your skill set or new to complementary medicine exploring potential healing modalities, undertaking training in qigong will set the stage for a career that will benefit you personally and professionally.

As well as gaining recognition as a qualified qigong teacher in Australia, you can apply for membership in Australia's peak professional associations for TCM practitioners, such as the Federation of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Societies of Australia (FCMA) and the Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA).

Being a registered member of these renowned industry bodies will boost your credentials and win you the trust of potential clients. As a qualified qigong teacher, you can teach the modality on-campus, hold qigong retreats, conduct online qigong classes or set up your private practice and offer one-on-one training sessions.

How Can You Obtain a Qigong Qualification

There are varying levels of training you can take to master the art of qigong. A 5-day workshop will walk you through the theory of this modality and its basic movements. To gain a deeper understanding of qigong and obtain the qualifications to teach it on a professional level, enrol in a Qigong Teacher Training certification program.

Some accredited TCM schools offer face-to-face qigong classes, others provide training online, while most offer a blended learning system, so students get the best of both worlds.

Where Should You Study Qigong?

The school which you pick to learn qigong should align with your objectives. If you want to study qigong for your personal growth, a short training program will do. However, if you're considering integrating it into your natural health practice and using it as an intervention to help others address their health issues, consider taking a course at a registered training organisation (RTO) which belongs to the relevant professional association for qigong instructors.

If you're all set to restore your natural energy and get started with qigong, check the comprehensive listing of qigong course providers on the Natural Therapy Pages. You may also browse through other relevant programs which offer the modality as an elective course.

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FAQs About Studying Qigong

Does Qigong healing really work?

Yes, qigong can make massive improvements to one's health. It's for this reason that practitioners of complementary therapies and conventional medical doctors alike use this ancient healing modality as an adjunct to other treatment approaches.

Why is qigong good for you?

Qigong is good for everyone regardless of age because it cultivates the natural life force that resides within the body. It combines meditation, mindful movements and breathing techniques that lower blood pressure, alleviate anxiety and depression and work on the root cause of various conditions that affect the mind and body.

Does Qigong count as exercise?

Qigong is more than physical exercise. It is a form of mind-body intervention that restores balance and harmony to the mind and body, which ultimately increases the life force within the body. Regular qigong improves focus, muscle strength and energy levels.

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