Aspects of White Crane Qigong aims to strengthen the body, refresh the mind & boost energy. The practice carries a profound depth & subtlety.
Cranes are symbols of longevity and immortality. The White Crane can fly to the Heavens and it is a Chinese Symbol for “Wisdom” and is sometimes called “Heavenly” or “Blessed” crane. In many parts of the world Crane is regarded as the messenger of the Gods. Their long migration made them symbols of endurance and their wings were once used as “Talismans” to protect travelers from exhaustion.
White Crane Qigong develops balance, lightness and agility. The Crane cools and relaxes your body, balances the heart energy, gently stretches your ligaments and releases your spine. The Crane exercise strengths the heart organ system and benefits the circulation and lungs. The Crane must be light and soaring, calm and tranquil. Avoid heaviness and clumsiness the classics say “The Crane is graceful, standing like a pine. It opens its wings and soars into the clouds. Spreading its wings, it lands, poised on one leg the Qi rises and sinks with no sense of heaviness”.
Well Being - Improved health
Tranquility & Clarity - Mind
Improved Sleep
Increased Energy
Development of Internal Warth
Happier Attitude
More Efficient Metabolism
Clear/Brighter eyes
Intuition & Creativity
Increased Body Strength
Spiritual Experiences