Chinese Medicine & Acupressure
for Healthy Digestion

TCM Time Online Workshop

Sunday, October 18th, 2020
11:00AM-1:00PM EDT

A healthy digestion is important not only for good levels of energy and proper nutrition, but also for better moods and sleep. The Chinese medicine meridian system offers us an energetic map of our bodies to help us see the connections between the health of our Stomach and Spleen (digestion) with our Heart (mind and spirit).

In this workshop, you will:

• Learn 10 Chinese medicine tips for healthy eating
• Locate 6 key acupressure points for stress, anxiety, energy and digestion
• Massage 2 meridians of the body to strengthen the stomach & spleen
• Practice 3 acupressure massage techniques

Workshop Details:

• All workshops are hosted live on Zoom. Join directly from your browser or download Zoom app for a better experience.
• Workshops will be recorded with approximately 50:50 recording time and interaction.
• Students will not appear in the videos but voices may occasionally be recorded.
• Registration includes unlimited time access to the recording in the video library using the same password as the workshop.
• After registration you will receive a unique password for each individual workshop.
• Minimum required enrollment to run the workshop is 12 persons. Students will be notified of any cancellations prior to the workshop date and will be offered a full refund or transfer.

See Previews:

Watch video "TCM Tip #2: Best Acupressure for Anxiety, Heat & Stomach Problems | TCM Time with Kathy Yang" HERE: https://youtu.be/3TfSjzwtmFg

Watch video "Intro to Simple Massage for Bloating & Stomach Problems | KZ Care with Kathy Yang" HERE: https://youtu.be/l_3piFH2RrI

Yang Style Tai Chi (1st Part)
Training Program

TCM Time Online Workshop

Sunday, October 25th, 2020
11:00AM-1:00PM EDT

The Yang Style Tai Chi Sequence (Traditional Long Form—108 movements) is commonly practiced for relaxation and numerous health benefits. To get the most out of your Tai Chi practice, you need proper breathing, postures and coordination of movements. This workshop will focus on the 1st Part of the Tai Chi Form* and is ideal for anyone seeking a refresher and to refine their personal Tai Chi practice.

*Prerequisite: Prior experience of Yang Style Tai Chi Form—1st Part

In this workshop, you will:

• Improve your Tai Chi practice with traditional training methods
• Practice the slow, medium and fast speeds of the Tai Chi Form
• Discover the 5 Regulations of Tai Chi Qigong: Body, Breath, Mind, Qi, Spirit
• Develop your own personal training program and goals

Workshop Details:

• All workshops are hosted live on Zoom. Join directly from your browser or download Zoom app for a better experience.
• Workshops will be recorded with approximately 50:50 recording time and interaction.
• Students will not appear in the videos but voices may occasionally be recorded.
• Registration includes unlimited time access to the recording in the video library using the same password as the workshop.
• After registration you will receive a unique password for each individual workshop.
• Minimum required enrollment to run the workshop is 12 persons. Students will be notified of any cancellations prior to the workshop date and will be offered a full refund or transfer.

See Previews:

Watch video "Training Routine | Yang Style Tai Chi Form—1st Part" HERE: https://youtu.be/EtQc-4cdAts

Watch video "Tai Chi Qigong: 5 Regulations with Kathy Yang | hosted by YMAA Boston" HERE: https://youtu.be/3_uiU7yBjWk

4 Seasons Qigong—Autumn Set for Lung Health
FREE 20-min Training Routine

TCM Time Live

Wednesdays 11:30AM-12:00PM EDT | 7 weeks | November 4th-December 16th, 2020

Let your health shine with TCM Time! Strengthen your lungs and immune system with Kathy Yang in this FREE 20-minute training routine of the 4 Seasons Qigong—Autumn Set.

FREE Online Class
20-minute Training Routine
4 Seasons Qigong—Autumn Set for Lung Health
November 4th-December 16th, 2020 (7 weeks)
Wednesdays 11:30AM-12:00PM EDT

Join for FREE on TCM Time Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/TCMTime/live
Registration is not required

• Learn a well-known traditional medical Qigong practice
• Naturally adapt your body energy through the four seasons
• Prevent common illnesses and stay healthy through the Autumn season
• In Chinese medicine, five major organ systems correspond to the four seasons of the year: Summer (Heart), Autumn (Lungs), Winter (Kidneys), Spring (Liver) and All Seasons (Spleen)

Autumn Qigong Set:

1. Forward and Backward Swing Arms (Qián Hòu Shuǎi Bì) 前後甩臂
2. Left and Right Turn Windlass (Zuǒ Yòu Lu Lu) 左右轆轤
3. Feudal Lord Pulls the Bow (Bà Wáng Lā Gōng) 霸王拉弓
4. Immortal Pushes the Stone Tablet (Xiān Rén Tuī Bēi) 仙人推碑
5. Large Roc Arcs Its Wings (Dà Péng Gǒng Chì) 大鵬拱翅
6. Large Roc Spreads Its Wings (Dà Péng Zhǎn Chì) 大鵬展翅
7. Sway the Head and Swing the Tail (Yáo Tóu Bǎi Wěi) 搖頭擺尾
8. Baby Bird Receives the Food (Yòu Niǎo Shōu Shí) 幼鳥收食
9. Crane Shakes Its Wings (Bái Hè Dǒu Chì) 白鶴抖翅

For more info:
Watch video "Free Tai Chi & Qigong Lesson with Kathy & Violet -- 10/02/20" HERE: https://youtu.be/73N2d3SxqjU

Read article "Learn how to strengthen your lungs from Kathy Yang for free on 10/02/20" HERE: http://violetlitaichi.com/learn-how-to-strengthen-your-lungs-from-kathy-yang-for-free-on-10-01-20/

8 Pieces of Brocade Qigong to Boost Your Immune System
FREE 20-min Training Routine

TCM Time Live

Thursdays 11:30AM-12:00PM EDT | 7 weeks | September 17th-October 29th, 2020

Let your health shine with TCM Time! Boost your immune system and feel stronger with Kathy Yang in this FREE 20-minute training routine of the 8 Pieces of Brocade Qigong.

• Learn a simple yet effective set of Medical Qigong exercises
• Keep your body healthy and Qi (energy) circulating in just 10 to 20 minutes a day
• Let your health radiate like a "brocade" a shining and beautiful cloth
• Practicing these exercises regularly and correctly strengthens your immune system as if adding a shining and beautiful life force to protect your body

Standing Set

• 1st Piece: Double Hands Hold up the Heavens
• 2nd Piece: Left Right Open Bow (Shoot the Hawk)
• 3rd Piece: Separate Heaven and Earth
• 4th Piece: Turn and Look Behind (5 Weaknesses and Seven Injuries)
• 5th Piece: Sway the Head and Swing the Tail
• 6th Piece: Two Hands Hold the Feet
• 7th Piece: Punching with Angry Eyes
• 8th Piece: Seven Bounces of the Heels and Hundred Illnesses Disappear

FREE Online Class
20-minute Training Routine
8 Pieces of Brocade Qigong to Boost Your Immune System
Thursdays 11:30AM-12:00PM EDT
September 17th-October 29th, 2020

Join for FREE on TCM Time Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/TCMTime/live
Registration is not required

For more info:
Watch video "Intro to 8 Pieces of Brocade Medical Qigong with Kathy Yang | TCM Time" HERE: https://youtu.be/m7cgGTJP1Ok

Watch video "20-min Boosting Immune System Routine - 8 Simple Qigong Exercises with Kathy Yang" HERE: https://youtu.be/zRIFYMPjnSA

Watch video "15-min Sleep Routine - 8 Simple Qigong Exercises with Kathy Yang" HERE: https://youtu.be/gOQGTmXmyaQ

Watch video "FREE Online Class - Father’s Day Special with Kathy Yang" HERE: https://youtu.be/0_yTWPldQe4

White Crane Soft Qigong for Lung Health
FREE 20-min Training Routine

TCM Time Live

Tuesdays 11:30AM-12:00PM EDT | 7 weeks | September 15th-October 27th, 2020

Let your health shine with TCM Time! Strengthen your lung health and immune system with Kathy Yang in this FREE 20-minute training routine of White Crane Soft Qigong.

• Open your waist, spine & chest and promote Qi circulation
• Relax and let go of stress with the gentle movements of the White Crane
• Learn basic concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine and meridian health
• Discover how this simple routine can benefit your lung health and immune system

FREE Online Class
20-minute Training Routine
White Crane Soft Qigong for Lung Health
Tuesdays 11:30AM-12:00PM EDT
September 15th-October 27th, 2020

Join for FREE on TCM Time Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/TCMTime/live
Registration is not required

For more info:
Watch video "22-min White Crane Soft Qigong Warm-up with Kathy Yang hosted by YMAA Boston" HERE: https://youtu.be/iEhBhH1J4bA

Watch video "White Crane Qigong Class with Kathy Yang hosted by YMAA Boston" HERE: https://youtu.be/_cTy3a4G85Q

4 Seasons Medical Qigong—All Four Seasons Set

Focus: Spleen & Triple Burner Health and Meridians

TCM Time Course

Thursdays 7:00-8:00PM EDT | 7-week course | November 5th-December 22nd*, 2020
*No class on Thu, Nov 26th Thanksgiving Holiday — Make-up class on Tue, Dec 22nd

• Learn a well-known traditional medical Qigong practice that will help you naturally adapt your body energy through the four seasons to prevent common illnesses and stay healthy
• In Chinese medicine, five major organ systems correspond to the four seasons of the year: Summer (Heart), Autumn (Lungs), Winter (Kidneys), Spring (Liver) and All Seasons (Spleen)
• This 7-week course will focus on how to prevent sickness of the Spleen/Stomach through all four seasons and how to strengthen your digestion
• Chinese medicine meridians, or Qi flow pathways, will be introduced as well as key acupressure points of the Spleen/Stomach and Triple Burner channels
• Theory and exercises of the All Four Seasons Qigong set will be taught in-depth

All Four Seasons Qigong Set—Spleen & Triple Burner Health:

1. Double Hands Hold Up the Heavens
2. Large Dragon Loosens Its Neck
3. Buddha Explores the Sea
4. Circle the Waist Horizontally
5. Regulate the Middle and Lower Burners
6. Loosening the Upper Burner
7. White Crane Loosens Its Wings
8. White Crane Shakes Its Wings

4 Seasons Medical Qigong—Autumn Set

Focus: Lung Health & Meridians

TCM Time Course

Thursdays 6:30PM-8:00PM EDT | 7-week course | September 17th-October 29th, 2020

• Learn a well-known traditional medical Qigong practice on how to regulate your body naturally from one season to the next to avoid common illnesses and stay healthy
• In Chinese medicine, five major organ systems correspond to the four seasons of the year: Summer (Heart), Autumn (Lungs), Winter (Kidneys), Spring (Liver) and All Seasons (Spleen)
• This 7-week course will focus on how to prevent sickness of the Lungs in the Autumn and how to adjust your body's Qi to strengthen your immune system
• The Lung and Large Intestine meridians (Qi flow pathways) will be introduced
• Theory and exercises of the Summer-Fall Qigong set will be taught in-depth with a focus on breathing techniques and tips on food as medicine

Autumn Qigong Set—Lung Health:

1. Forward and Backward Swing Arms (Qián Hòu Shuǎi Bì) 前後甩臂
2. Left and Right Turn Windlass (Zuǒ Yòu Lu Lu) 左右轆轤
3. Feudal Lord Pulls the Bow (Bà Wáng Lā Gōng) 霸王拉弓
4. Immortal Pushes the Stone Tablet (Xiān Rén Tuī Bēi) 仙人推碑

5. Large Roc Arcs Its Wings (Dà Péng Gǒng Chì) 大鵬拱翅
6. Large Roc Spreads Its Wings (Dà Péng Zhǎn Chì) 大鵬展翅
7. Sway the Head and Swing the Tail (Yáo Tóu Bǎi Wěi) 搖頭擺尾
8. Baby Bird Receives the Food (Yòu Niǎo Shōu Shí) 幼鳥收食
9. Crane Shakes Its Wings (Bái Hè Dǒu Chì) 白鶴抖翅

5 Animal Sports Medical Qigong—Bird Set

Focus: Lung Health & Meridians

TCM Time Course

Saturdays 11:30AM-12:30PM EDT | 7-week course | November 7th-December 19th, 2020

• Learn one of the most fun and popular sets of Medical Qigong exercises
• Imitate natural movements of 5 animals to benefit your health and reduce stress
• Accredited to the legendary doctor Hua Tou—aka the father of Chinese Medicine
• The Bird set will benefit your Lung health—especially in the autumn and for harmonizing emotions of grief and sadness
• The Lung and Large Intestine meridians (Qi flow pathways) will be introduced
• Each movement of the Bird set will be taught in-depth

Bird Set (Lung Health)

• 1. Bird Flapping
• 2. Bird Gazing
• 3. Bird Taking-off
• 4. Bird Soaring
• 5. Bird Landing

5 Elements Correspondences

• Element: Metal
• Yin Organ: Lung
• Yang Organ: Large Intestine
• Sense Organ: Nose
• Color: White
• Season: Autumn
• Tissue: Body Hair and Skin
• Emotion: Sadness or Grief
• Healing Sound: 呬 SI sounds like "shi" or "tzzz"

5 Animal Sports Medical Qigong—Monkey Set

Focus: Heart Health & Meridians

TCM Time Course

Saturdays 11:30AM-1:00PM EDT | 7-week course | September 19th-October 31st, 2020

• Learn one of the most fun and popular sets of Medical Qigong exercises
• Imitate natural movements of 5 animals to benefit your health and reduce stress
• Accredited to the legendary doctor Hua Tou—aka the father of Chinese Medicine
• The Monkey set will benefit your Heart health—especially in the summer and in bringing you more joy
• The Heart and Small Intestine meridians (Qi flow pathways) will be introduced
• Each movement of the Monkey set will be taught in-depth

Monkey Set (Heart Health)

• 1. Monkey Turning
• 2. Monkey Picking
• 3. Monkey Rubbing
• 4. Monkey Scratching
• 5. Monkey Spitting

5 Elements Correspondences

• Element: Fire
• Yin Organ: Heart
• Yang Organ: Small Intestine
• Sense Organ: Tongue
• Color: Red
• Season: Summer
• Tissue: Blood Vessels
• Emotion: Joy
• Healing Sound: 呵 HE sounds like "hah" or "haaaw"

Tai Chi Ball & Tai Chi Sequence—1st Part

Focus: Movements #1-10 (Open to All Levels)

TCM Time Course

Tuesdays 7:00-8:00PM EDT | 7-week course | November 3rd-December 15th, 2020

• Boost your immune system and build a stronger core with Tai Chi Ball Qigong
• Develop your body connection to the ball circling, rotating and coiling movements—a Qigong practice with profound results for Tai Chi
• The Yang Style Tai Chi Sequence (Traditional Long Form—108 movements) is commonly practiced for relaxation and numerous health benefits
• The first part of the Tai Chi Sequence (#1-10 of 22 movements) will be emphasized in-depth in this 7-week course
• Students will learn how to adopt the Tai Chi Ball Qigong (Circling) principles into their Tai Chi training

Tai Chi is a sequence of postures connected by flowing movement, practiced with focused breathing and a calm mind—a type of moving meditation. Practicing Tai Chi regularly can reduce stress, increase energy, balance, and flexibility, and ease symptoms of many health problems such as high blood pressure, asthma, back pain, and arthritis.

Tai Chi Ball is a Qigong training that is an invaluable part of Tai Chi practice as it builds the softness and strength of the body structure following the roundness of the ball. This training can also strengthen the torso, condition the muscles, and increase physical power.

November-December 2020

Tai Chi Sequence—1st Part (#1-10 of 22 movements)

Introduction to Tai Chi Ball (Circling) Warm-up

• 1. Beginning Taiji

• 2. Grasp the Sparrow’s Tail: Right
• 3. Grasp the Sparrow’s Tail: Left

• 4. Ward off (Peng)
• 5. Rollback (Lǚ)
• 6. Press (Ji)
• 7. Push Forward (An)

• 8. Single Whip

• 9. Lift Hands to the Up Posture

• 10. The Crane Spreads Its Wings

• Review and Conclusion

Tai Chi Silk Reeling & Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part

Focus: Movements #43-53 (Open to All Levels)

TCM Time Course

Wednesdays 7:00-8:00PM EDT | 7-week course | November 4th-December 16th, 2020

• Practice gentle breathing, stretching and strengthening meditative movements with Tai Chi Silk Reeling: Yin-Yang Symbol
• The Yang Style Tai Chi Sequence (Traditional Long Form—108 movements) is commonly practiced for relaxation and numerous health benefits
• The Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (#43-53 of 41 movements) will be emphasized in-depth in this 7-week course with a general review of movements #23-43
• This course is open to all levels—beginners do not need to know the 1st Part of the Tai Chi Sequence to begin the 2nd Part

Tai Chi is a sequence of postures connected by flowing movement, practiced with focused breathing and a calm mind—a type of moving meditation. Practicing Tai Chi regularly can reduce stress, increase energy, balance, and flexibility, and ease symptoms of many health problems such as high blood pressure, asthma, back pain, and arthritis.

Tai Chi Silk Reeling: Yin-Yang Symbol is an ancient art known for training soft and flowing movements like silk reeling following the Tai Chi Yin-Yang Symbol to develop your sticking hands, body connection, coordination, and whipping power (Jin).

September-October 2020

Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (#43-53 of 41 movements)

Introduction to Tai Chi Silk Reeling Warm-up

Review Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (Movements #23-43):

• Transition Form to 2nd Part
• 23. Wardoff, Rollback, Press, and Push Forward (Peng Lǚ Ji An)
• 24. Single Whip
• 25. Punch (Fist) Under the Elbow
• 26. Step Back and Repulse the Monkey: Left
• 27. Step Back and Repulse the Monkey: Right
• 28. Step Back and Repulse the Monkey: Left
• 29. Diagonal Flying
• 30. Lift Hands to the Up Posture
• 31. The Crane Spreads Its Wings
• 32. Brush Knee and Step Forward: Left
• 33. Pick Up the Needle from the Sea Bottom
• 34. Fan Back
• 35. Turn, Twist Body, and Circle the Fist
• 36. Step Forward, Deflect Downward, Parry and Punch
• 37. Step Forward, Wardoff, Rollback, Press and Push Forward (Peng Lǚ Ji An)
• 38. Single Whip
• 39. Wave Hand in the Clouds: Right
• 40. Wave Hand in the Clouds: Left
• 41. Wave Hand in the Clouds: Right
• 42. Single Whip
• 43. Stand High to Search Out the Horse

Introduction to Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (Movements #43-53):

• 43. Stand High to Search Out the Horse

• 44. Separate Right Foot
• 45. Separate Left Foot

• 46. Turn and Kick with the Heel (90 degrees)
• 47. Brush Knee and Step Forward: Left
• 48. Twist Body, Brush Knee and Step Forward: Right

• 49. Step Forward and Strike Down with the Fist

• 50. Turn, Twist Body, and Circle the Fist
• 51. Step Forward, Deflect Downward, Parry and Punch

• 52. Kick Right
• 53. Strike the Tiger: Right
• To be continued...

Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part

Focus: Movements #33-43 (Open to All Levels)

TCM Time Course

Tuesdays 6:30PM-8:00PM EDT | 7-week course | September 15th-October 27th, 2020

• Practice gentle breathing, stretching and strengthening meditative movements with Tai Chi Silk Reeling: Yin-Yang Symbol
• The Yang Style Tai Chi Sequence (Traditional Long Form—108 movements) is commonly practiced for relaxation and numerous health benefits
• The Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (#33-43 of 41 movements) will be emphasized in-depth in this 7-week course with a general review (#23-33)
• This course is open to all levels—beginners do not need to know the 1st Part of the Tai Chi Sequence to begin the 2nd Part

Tai Chi is a sequence of postures connected by flowing movement, practiced with focused breathing and a calm mind—a type of moving meditation. Practicing Tai Chi regularly can reduce stress, increase energy, balance, and flexibility, and ease symptoms of many health problems such as high blood pressure, asthma, back pain, and arthritis.

Tai Chi Silk Reeling: Yin-Yang Symbol is an ancient art known for training soft and flowing movements like silk reeling following the Tai Chi Yin-Yang Symbol to develop your sticking hands, body connection, coordination, and whipping power (Jin).

September-October 2020

Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (#33-43 of 41 movements)

Introduction
Tai Chi Silk Reeling Warm-up
Review & Refine Tai Chi Sequence—1st Part

Review & Refine Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (Movements #23-33):

• Transition Form to 2nd Part
• 23. Wardoff, Rollback, Press, and Push Forward (Peng Lǚ Ji An)
• 24. Single Whip
• 25. Punch (Fist) Under the Elbow
• 26. Step Back and Repulse the Monkey: Left
• 27. Step Back and Repulse the Monkey: Right
• 28. Step Back and Repulse the Monkey: Left
• 29. Diagonal Flying
• 30. Lift Hands to the Up Posture
• 31. The Crane Spreads Its Wings
• 32. Brush Knee and Step Forward: Left
• 33. Pick Up the Needle from the Sea Bottom

Introduction to Tai Chi Sequence—2nd Part (Movements #33-43):

• 33. Pick Up the Needle from the Sea Bottom
• 34. Fan Back
• 35. Turn, Twist Body, and Circle the Fist

• 36. Step Forward, Deflect Downward, Parry and Punch
• 37. Step Forward, Wardoff, Rollback, Press and Push Forward (Peng Lǚ Ji An)

• 38. Single Whip
• 39. Wave Hand in the Clouds: Right
• 40. Wave Hand in the Clouds: Left
• 41. Wave Hand in the Clouds: Right
• 42. Single Whip

• 43. Stand High to Search Out the Horse
• To be continued...

Coming soon...