QiGong for the Spring Equinox: Awaken Renewal
QiGong for the Spring Equinox: Awaken Renewal
Welcome the season of growth with gentle movement, breath, and meditation. The Spring Equinox is a moment of perfect balance—light and dark equal, nature stirring from stillness. In Qigong, this is the season of the Wood Element: a time to release stagnation, cultivate flexibility, and plant intentions for the months ahead.
Whether you are new to Qigong or have an established practice, join us for a nourishing 2-hour program designed to align your body and mind with the energy of spring.
What You Will Experience
This is not a lecture. It is a direct, experiential practice. You will be guided through:
Breath Awakening- Gentle arm lifts and spinal waves to invite fresh Qi into the body
Spring Qigong Forms- Simple, repeatable movements to open the Liver and Gallbladder meridians
Self-Massage & Acupressure- Accessible techniques to release neck tension, calm irritability, and smooth energy flow
Spring Meditation- A brief, guided stillness practice to internalize renewal
Opening & Closing Rituals- Symbolic gestures to welcome the light and plant a personal intention
All movement will be demonstrated in both standing and seated versions. Chairs are available and encouraged for meditation and self-massage segments. You choose what feels right for your body.
Who This Is For:
Complete beginners curious about Qigong and seasonal wellness
Experienced practitioners who wish to deepen their connection to the Wood Element
Anyone seeking a gentle, accessible practice – all movements adapted for chair use
Those managing stress, frustration, or spring allergies – Liver meridian work directly supports these concerns
This workshop is offered by Marshall and Gail in a hybrid environment in person and on zoom and a recording of the workshop is provided to all participants to continue the practice. Register by March 10th with the discount code SPRING for 10% off.
$50 March 23, 630pm to 830pm
What is QiGong?
QiGong originated in China over 4,000 years ago. It is based on traditional Chinese medicine principles, which describe that Qi, or life-force energy, is present in every living thing.
According to the principles, a person’s Qi must flow smoothly throughout the body in order for people to be healthy and feel their best. If Qi becomes stagnant or blocked in a certain area, health problems can occur.
QiGong uses slow, gentle, simple movements, along with synchronized breathing patterns to promote healthy energy flow and reduce stagnation of Qi. Proper flow of Qi can help the body engage its own healing processes.
Meet Your Instructors
Marshall and Gail Garland are a dynamic duo, a husband and wife team that has been practicing QiGong and offering classes for over 20 years in Winnipeg. Gail and Marshall have trained extensively with the Tai Chi & QiGong Healing Institute. Marshall has gone on to train and certify with the Institute of Integral QiGong and Tai Chi, and study with several renowned international QiGong Masters, developing expertise in Medical QiGong that uses these ancient Chinese methods for health and healing. Together they have practiced these techniques and overcome many of their own personal health issues with amazing results. Their personal experience has increased their dedication to sharing these practices.
You can learn more about them on their website https://marshallgarland.wixsite.com/qigong/about-us
