Qigong Teacher Peter Caughey
Talks About this Course
What are the benefits of the Zhan Zhuang Qigong System and what will you learn in this Course?
Standing Qigong Static Postures For
Developing Stillness, Peace and Strength
This is an introduction level course which will give you a practice and information on the movements of energy in your body and the energetic pathways (meridians).
Zhan Zhuang Qigong works on developing the sensation of "opposing forces" as well as it gives the practitioner an understanding and an experience of one's central equilibrium.
This set of exercises will also help you to have a sensitivity to specific areas of tension in the body and gives you a practice and guide on how to relieve these tensions.
Zhan Zhuang has a strong connection with Traditional Chinese Medicine and this practice is a way of removing blockages in Qi flow in the body's meridian system.
Any habitual tensions or tissue shortening (or lengthening) is normalised by the practice, and the body regains its natural ability to function optimally. It is thought that a normalised body will be less prone to muscular-skeletal medical conditions and dysfunctions and it is also believed that Zhan Zhuang, when practiced for developing relaxation, will lead to a beneficial calming effect of the heart and mind.
This Qigong System offers a fast and effective means to recharge your energy, reduce stress, gain superior mental clarity and give you the ability to stay focused.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN BY PRACTISING THIS QIGONG SYSTEM
Aids in increasing vital energy in the body.
Develops strength and stamina.
It helps in calming and grounding the body.
Increases strength and flexibility.
Develops self-awareness, balance, perseverance and discipline.
Treats digestive disorders.
Quietens the busy mind and gives you a sense of purpose and direction.
Learn this famous standing Qigong meditation exercise system.
COURSE CONTENT
Introduction to what is Qigong & Qigong History.
Qigong Practice Guidelines.
Safety precautions for practicing Qigong.
Qigong stances & preparation: Qigong Opening and Closing Forms.
The 12 primary meridians and extraordinary vessels theory.
ZZQ exercises
ZZQ exercise medical applications.
Zang fu Qigong exercises.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Learn to feel a deep sense of relaxation (learning to relax means learning how to eliminate unnecessary tension).
Enrich your imagination.
Increase your mental focus.
Grow a deeper awareness of your body.
Experience body sensations and reactions.
Develop body-mind co-ordination.
Learn how to elevate unwanted tension and stress in the body.
Learn how to get a quiet, peaceful mind.
Learn how to find harmony in the stillness.
Learn how to direct and grow your energy and strength.
Learn how to grow your perseverance, discipline and stamina.
Course Curriculum in Detail
- Lesson 1. Course Introduction (1:40)
- Course Manual
- Lesson 2. Here is a Simple Qi Gong Exercise So You Can Experience Energy in Your Hands (3:43)
- Lesson 3. What is Qi Gong and the History of Qi Gong (5:42)
- Lesson 4. History of Zhan Zhuang Qi Gong
- Lesson 5. Safety Precautions (1:38)
- Lesson 6. Qi Gong Practice Guidelines (4:50)
- lesson 7. Forest Rock Monastery school's First Philosophy Class (33:33)
- Lesson 1. Exercise One-Standing Holding the Posts (6:46)
- Lesson 2. Exercise Two-Holding Trees (6:29)
- Lesson 3. Exercise Three-Flying Eagle (3:17)
- Lesson 4. Exercise Four-Massaging an Iron Ball (5:52)
- Lesson 5. Exercise Five-Three Body postures (7:17)
- Lesson 6. Exercise Six-Ba Gua Posture (4:27)
- Lesson 7. Exercise Seven-Brush Knee Posture (2:25)
- Lesson 8. Exercise Eight- Playing the Pipa (2:48)
- Lesson 9. Exercise Nine-Swallow Posture (2:56)
- Lesson 10. Exercise Ten-Golden Rooster Stands on One Leg (3:34)
- Lesson 1. Medical Application Standing Holding the Posts (1:12)
- Lesson 2. Medical Applications-Holding Trees (1:13)
- Lesson 3. Medical Applications-Flying Eagle (1:56)
- Lesson 4. Medical Applications-Massaging an Iron Ball (3:24)
- Lesson 5. Medical Applications-Three Body postures (2:01)
- Lesson 6. Ba Gua Postures-Medical Applications (2:27)
- Lesson 7. Brush Knee Posture- Medical Application (1:49)
- Lesson 8. Playing the Pipa- Medical Application (2:07)
- Lesson 9. Swallow Posture- Medical Applications (2:15)
- Lesson 10. Golden Rooster Stands on One Leg- Medical Application (4:00)
Peter Caughey
Peter Caughey is the founder of Forest Rock Qigong, and is a Qigong and Taiji Quan Master and a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Acupuncturist, Chinese Medical Herbalist and a Medical Qigong and Tuina Practitioner. He is a published author, and has over 30 years of experience in the TCM, Taiji and Qigong field.
"My mission is to help people discover the true essence of who they are and to live their life with abundant freedom."
Peter is the last known teacher of the 真璊道太極拳自我防衛指導所 Zan Gei Dou Taai Gik Kyun Zi Ngo Fong Wai Zi Dou So (Cantonese) or Zhēn Ji Dào Tài Jí Quán Zì Wǒ Fáng Wèi Zhǐ Dǎo Suǒ (Mandarin) Monastery School.
This is a private, monastery-school lineage originating from a southern Chinese monastery tradition. The lineage is closed and exclusive, emphasizing preservation of its purity rather than widespread dissemination. It is not documented in major historical records as it is a family/monastery-specific transmission. It is preserved and taught primarily through Peter, who is based in Bali, Indonesia, and is the lineage holder of this specific transmission.
The teachings draw from this lineage’s philosophy, focusing on The Seven Aspects, The 10 Principles, and The Three Applications, which focus on the regulation of life force (Qi) physically, mentally, and spiritually.
- The body is seen as an intelligent, holistic system
- Internal harmony is created using Yin-Yang & Taiji Quan principles
- It is an experiential transmission (beyond words, through practice and embodiment)
- It focuses on balance, harmony, vitality, health, and spiritual fulfillment
Peter’s goal is to bring the understanding of TCM and Qigong to the Western world.
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