C04. Five Forms Qigong
elementary: 3 months；intermediate：1 month
It is the dynamic Qigong, which is brisk, vigorous and full of fun. Long-term practice can enhance the elasticity and health of body, five organs, meridians and blood vessels. It also helps the smooth circulation of Qi and meridians which make the practitioners energetic and in high spirit. This Qigong is originated from the traditional holy and mighty symbols of Chinese culture. It contains five forms, i.e. crane, tiger, dragon, turtle and snake, which correspond to the five elements of Chinese cosmology. Practicing this kind of Qigong helps to enhance the body and health. Crane, in Chinese culture, represents freeing from the worldly matters, elegant and clean. Ancient poetry describes the crane as covering clouds in the heaven and being in dragon and phoenix’s company. Crane belongs to fire in the five elements which is the hearts of human body. Practicing crane form Qigong brings vigorous and refreshing spirit. Tiger is the symbol of power and kindness. Tiger belongs to soil in the five elements. Practicing tiger form Qigong can strengthen the spleen, stomach, muscles and bones. Dragon is a spiritual and lucky creature possessing the deity of Heaven and Holy. Dragon belongs to wood in the five elements. Practicing dragon form Qigong can strengthen the liver and gallbladder. Turtle is a spiritual creature symbolizing long life, wisdom, steady and peace. Turtle belongs to water in the five elements. Practicing turtle form Qigong can strengthen the kidney and the flexibility of the body. Snake is the integration of turtle and snake. It is the god of the North and named as Xuanwu. Snake belongs to metal in the five elements and lung in human body. Practicing snake form Qigong can nourish the lungs and make the body flexible.
