Have you ever wondered what it would be like to age with grace, vitality, and resilience?
In the longevity villages of Bama, China—where centenarians are 6 times more common than the rest of country — people like 92-year-old Grandpa Wei practice daily Qigong rituals, such as “Turtle Breathing,” to maintain vibrant health deep into old age. “Practicing qi is more effective than eating ginseng,” he says with a sparkle in his eyes.
What if you could access the same ancient mind-body secrets—right from the comfort of your home?
What is Qigong?
More Than Exercise—It’s a Science of Vitality
Qigong (气功) refers to all mind-body skills that integrate the breathing, body and mind adjustments into oneness status. Qigong is a holistic system of mindful movement, breath regulation, and mind adjustment designed to cultivate and balance your body’s vital energy (qi). With roots stretching back over 3,000 years, it is considered one of the key Daoist longevity practices. Modern science is now confirming what tradition has long known: studies show Qigong can significantly reduce stress, improve immune function, enhance sleep, support emotional balance, lower blood pressure, and aid in chronic disease management.
Read more about What is Qigong in the following links:
Whether you’re dealing with stress, chronic pain, low energy, or simply wish to invest in long-term wellness, Qigong offers a gentle yet powerful way to recharge your body and calm your mind.
Why Join Our Weekly Qigong Class?
Since 2008, our weekly class has been sharing authentic Chinese medical Qigong and longevity secrets through the Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Maryland. When the pandemic shifted us online, we opened our virtual doors to a global community—and now, you can be part of the wellness community too.
Each session is carefully structured to guide you from theory to practice, from learning to deep embodiment around your general wellness and mind body healing practice.
What We Practice Together:
- Ancient Wisdom & Lifestyle Guidance – Learn how seasonal rhythms, emotional balance, and mindful living support longevity
- Qigong Warm-Ups – Activate your energy with practices like Three Ways of Gathering Qiand Ping Shuai Gong
- Monthly Focused Forms – Each month we dive deep into one specific Qigong set, such as:
- Eight Pieces of Brocade– Boost overall vitality
- Six Healing Sounds– Harmonize inner organs
- Five-Animal Play– Enhance agility and strength
- Turtle Breathing & Longevity Forms– Inspired by the centenarians
- Taiji Five-Element Qigong– Balance your energy system
- And more—including practices for stress, blood pressure, and kidney health
When and Where:
- Every Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST
- Online via Zoom Platform – Register once and join anytime
Sample Class Flow (90 minutes):
- 9:00–9:10 AM: TCM Wisdom sharing & introduction
- 9:10–9:25 AM: Gentle warm-up & energy activation
- 9:25–10:20 AM: In-depth instruction & practice on one Qigong form
- 10:20–10:30 AM: Q&A and community sharing
Instructor: Dr. Kevin Chen
Dr. Chen was an associate professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (now retired), a certified medical Qigong instructor, and an NIH-funded researcher studying Qigong for conditions like arthritis, stress and addiction. He is the associate editor for the college textbook “Chinese Medical Qigong” (Singing Dragan, 2010), and the deputy secretary for the World Academic Society of Medical Qigong (Headquartered in Beijing). With over 30 years of practicing and teaching experience, and discipleship under renowned Daoist masters, he brings together traditional wisdom, personal experience and modern science in an accessible, inspiring way. He has focused his practice and personal study on Daoist longevity secrets….
Choose Your Commitment in Wellness & Longevity:
- First Session FREE – Experience the class with no obligation
- Drop-in: $15 per session (flexible)
- 5-Class Pass: $66 (save 12% – some commitment)
- 10-Class Pass: $120 (save 20% – highly recommended)
- VIP Annual Membership: $500 ($45 monthly subscription) — includes unlimited classes, 8 guest passes ($120 values), one 5-days Daoist Bigu workshop ($300 value), and a private consultation with Dr. Chen ($200 value) – a total over $1200 values:
- You can subscribe here: https://buy.stripe.com/fZu28scQTcjPfkAb3feUU04
10% discount available for seniors (65+), students, and UMB employees; Here is the discounted monthly subscription link ($40 per month): https://buy.stripe.com/4gM00k18b2Jf4FWb3feUU05
2026 Monthly Plan – A Year of Deep Practice:
- Jan – Kidney-Nourishing Qigong & TCM meridian and health
- Feb – Unnamed Standing Pole and Zhan-zhuang Qigong
- Mar – Spring Wellness Practice & Wudang Sitting Ba-Duan-Jing
- Apr – Eight Pieces of Brocade (Traditional vs. Modern)
- May – Taiji Five-Element Qigong and meditation for longevity
- Jun – Summer Wellness, Six Healing Sounds and Five-element Music Therapy in TCM
- Jul – Qigong for Mood Disorders & Stress management
- Aug – Five-Element Palm Qigong
- Sep – Lung-Nourishing Qigong (and Autumn wellness practice)
- Oct – Longevity Qigong & In-Bed Exercises
- Nov – Five-Animal Frolic
- Dec – Winter Wellness Practice & Meridian Exercises
Ready to Begin Your Longevity Journey?
Join us this Sunday at 9am! Spaces are limited to 36 participants per session to ensure personalized interaction. Secure your spot today—whether you’re new to Qigong or deepening an existing practice, you are welcome in this supportive wellness community.
Register now for your free trial:
Have questions? Contact our teaching assistant Chiraya (Admin@daosecrets.net)
Our daily motto is “Live with vitality, joy, and respect—to 120 and beyond!”
Come practice with us. Your future self will thank you...
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