Experiential CourseMarch 12 — 15, 2025
Yi Quan Qigong: The Foundation of Dynamic Energy, Inner Strength, & Awakened Mind
With Qigong Grandmaster Kenneth Cohen
Ken Cohen
Tuition: $495
Connect with your untapped well of resilient healing qi (life energy) and with the
natural energies of earth, sky, and sea. Yi Quan, the Mind Body Healing and Martial art, explores the core skills at the root of all Qigong and Tai Chi styles: posture, relaxation, breathing, and flowing movement. You will learn:
- Standing Meditation to improve alignment, balance, breathing, and energy
- Five Methods of Meditative Walking to find stillness within motion and to
improve coordination - Yi Quan Animal Movements based on the Eagle, Turtle, Tiger, and Bear
How to move more efficiently, gracefully, and effectively in sports, martial
arts, and everyday life - Slow movements for flow and relaxation, and quick Yi Quan for fitness and
stamina - Yi Quan Guided Meditations to clear mind of thought and worry, connect
more deeply with nature, and awaken your hidden potentials
Ken Cohen, has been practicing qigong for more than 50 years and studied directly with a senior student. of the founder of Yi Quan, Wang Xiangzhai. By going slowly, step by step, with plenty of time for review and discussion, you will learn a complete practice for personal well-being. The course is great for beginners and all levels.
Ken Cohen (Gao Han) has been training Chinese healing, martial, and
contemplative arts since 1968. He was the only lifetime apprentice of Huang
Gengshi (1910-1999), a Taoist Abbot who was also the major teacher of
Sivananda Yoga in Hong Kong. A leader in the dialogue between ancient healing
systems and modern science, Ken is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement
Award in Energy Medicine. He is the author of The Way of Qigong and more than
200 journal articles on spirituality and health.
Daily Schedule (subject to change):
Your course schedule has been designed by the presenter to provide a holistic educational experience, and includes course presentation time, meal times, and free time for you to enjoy the beach and the grounds and participate in the ashram’s daily programs. Lines in bold type indicate required course times, other events are optional.
Morning and Evening Satsang: community gatherings for meditation, chanting & teachings; sometimes a silent beach walk.
*Yoga Asana & Pranayama Classes: available on outdoor ocean and bayfront platforms (beginner and intermediate levels offered twice daily).
March 12, 2025:
6:00-8:00am Morning Satsang
8:00am – 10:00am Course Session
10:00am Brunch
11:00am Ashram Welcome & History Tour (meets at Reception)
12:30pm Inauguration Ceremony
1:00-3:30pm Course session
4:00pm Yoga Asana & Pranayama Classes
6:00pm Dinner
8:00 to 9:45pm Evening Satsang
March 13 & 14, 2025:
6:00-8:00am Morning Satsang
8:00am – 10:00am Course Session
10:00am Brunch
1:00-3:30pm Course session
4:00pm Yoga Asana &Pranayama Classes
6:00pm Dinner
8:00 to 9:45pm Evening Satsang
March 15, 2025:
6:00-8:00am Morning Satsang
8:00am – 10:00am Course Session
10:00am Brunch
1:00pm-3:00pm Course Session
4:00pm Yoga Asana &Pranayama Classes
6:00pm Dinner
8:00 to 9:45pm Evening Satsang
Let's Stay In Touch
Join our email list to learn more about our in-person and online programs, courses, and free events.
About Us
- Awards and Recognition
- Winner of a Trip Advisor certificate of Excellence for 8 years running, 2012 — 2019.
Member of the
International
Sivananda Yoga
Vedanta Centres
