FREE CommUNITY Qi-Gong for Health and Wellness

About this event

We invite you, along with interested friends and family of all ages, to join us on Sunday, June 14th for a grounding and self-nurturing guided Qi Gong class led by Dr. Jeff McConnell.

What is Qi Gong?

Qigong, pronounced “chi gong,” originated in China thousands of years ago as a component of traditional Chinese medicine. It consists of exercises designed to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, aiming to enhance and sustain health and well-being. Qigong incorporates both psychological and physical elements, involving the regulation of the mind, breath, and body movements and posture.

In most qigong practices:

The breath is slow, long, and deep. Breathing patterns may transition from abdominal breathing to breathing combined with speech sounds.

Movements are generally gentle and smooth, promoting relaxation.

Mind regulation includes focusing attention and visualization.

Dynamic (active) qigong techniques mainly concentrate on body movements, particularly those involving the whole body or arms and legs. Meditative (passive) qigong techniques can be practiced in any posture that can be maintained over time and include breath and mind exercises, with minimal body movement.

Benefits of Qi Gong

• Lowers Blood Pressure

2. Reduces Anxiety and Depression

3. Relieves Chronic Pain

4. Improves Well-Being in People With Cancer

5. Strengthens the Immune & Respiratory Systems

6. Improves Fitness

Host: Dr. Jeff McConnell, LMT, AP

Hands for Healing with Needles of Light Inc.

Location: 8813 Dr. MLK Jr St N, St Pete, Fl, 33702

Date; 11/8/26'

Time: 10a - 11a (1hr)