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Relief for Piriformis Syndrome Sciatica and Sacroiliac Dysfunction
Getting to know and understand your sacrum can shed a lot of light on sciatica and piriformis syndrome as well as sacroiliac dysfunction. Sadly, an increasing number of people are beginning to discover the pain and discomfort of piriformis syndrome and sciatic nerve...
Improve Your Golf Game With Tai Chi
Did you know that many golfers have found Tai Chi to be a game-changer for them? Improving the coordination of the arms, the waist and the legs during movement, relaxing muscles and improving balance – these are the main reasons for the synergy between Tai Chi and...
VIDEO Piriformis Pain Relief – Reclined Movement
Piriformis Syndrome and Sciatica Pain Relief Many of my students suffer from piriformis syndrome and or sciatic nerve pain. These are two maneuvers that you can do lying down before you go to sleep and before getting up. For many people, can help bring relief. If...
VIDEO Piriformis Pain Relief – Standing Movement
Piriformis Syndrome and Sciatica Pain Relief Many of my students suffer from piriformis syndrome and or sciatic nerve pain. This is a standing maneuver that, for many people, can bring instant relief that can last for hours. If performed regularly, it can help...
In Memory of Tai Chi Great – Ben Lo
Benjamin Jeng Pang Lo (1927 – 2018), a Tai Chi teacher who has had a great influence on many Tai Chi practitioners, passed away on October 12, 2018. He was 93 years old. I felt this video to be a wonderful short documentary and view into the inspiration,...
Workshop with Stephen J. Goodson August 18 and 25, 2018: Building Push Hands Skills
Photo: John Passacantando and Kris Brinker with Stephen J. Goodson at 2018 World Tai Chi and Qigong Day at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna VA. Tai Chi Push Hands Workshop Burke VA With Stephen J. Goodson, August 18th and 25th 2018Workshop Co-Sponsored by Kris...
Tai Chi for Arthritis Proven Effective
The Arthritis Foundation Recommends Tai Chi! More and more Tai Chi is being studied as therapy for a wide variety of physical conditions. Experts have long recommended Tai Chi as a low-impact workout that encourages balance, flexibility and strength while being...
World Tai Chi and Qigong Day Fairfax County, Vienna VA April 2018
2018 World Tai Chi and Qigong Day Fairfax CountyAt Meadowlark Botanical Gardens — Vienna, VA FREE! Demonstrations, Mini-Classes, Healing Garden and More!On the last Saturday of April each year at 10 am (local time), tens of thousands, in 100s of cities, spanning 80...
Tai Chi Qigong Workshop—Centreville Chantilly South Riding VA Area, Saturdays, Dec 9 and 16 2017
A Tai Chi and Qigong Workshop in Chantilly VA: Come Learn Taiji Shen Gong Details: When: Saturday December 9 AND Saturday December 16 (Two 4-hour sessions) Participation both days will be required to cover the entire form Time: Noon-4 p.m. both days Where: The new...
VIDEO Belly Breathing—Calm the Inner Monster
Belly breathing, also known as diaphragmatic breathing, or abdominal breathing, is one of the best techniques for quickly reducing stress and anxiety as well as to calm the mind and settle your blood pressure down. Next time you are sitting in traffic, give some belly...
Tai Chi Classes Section 1
Burke Fairfax Springfield VA Area
Mon, Jan 9-Apr 17, 2017
Tai Chi Classes — Improve Flexibility and Balance, Reduce Stress, Increase Energy Level, Tone and Strengthen Muscles Tai Chi — Come learn to de-stress, wind down, relax, become more flexible. Also increase your strength and balance! Discover the health benefits and...
Tai Chi Classes Section 3
Burke Fairfax Springfield VA Area
Mon, Jan 9-Apr 17, 2017
Tai Chi Classes — Continue to Improve Flexibility and Balance, Reduce Stress, Increase Energy Level, Tone and Strengthen Muscles Tai Chi 3 — Continue to de-stress, wind down, relax, become more flexible. Also increase your strength and balance! Deepen the health...
Fibromyalgia Relief with Tai Chi
“Tai chi may be a useful treatment for fibromyalgia and merits long-term study…” – New England Journal of Medicine
Taiji Shen Gong Workshop in Burke
Watch a demo video of the Taiji Shen Gong Qigong form. This Qigong form is performed by Teacher Kris Brinker.
Tai Chi Classes Section 3
Burke Fairfax Springfield VA Area
Mon, Sep 12-Dec 12, 2016
Tai Chi Classes — Continue to Improve Flexibility and Balance, Reduce Stress, Increase Energy Level, Tone and Strengthen Muscles Tai Chi 3 — Continue to de-stress, wind down, relax, become more flexible. Also increase your strength and balance! Deepen the health...
Tai Chi Classes Section 1
Burke Fairfax Springfield VA Area
Mon, Sep 12-Dec 12, 2016
Tai Chi Classes — Improve Flexibility and Balance, Reduce Stress, Increase Energy Level, Tone and Strengthen Muscles Tai Chi — Come learn to de-stress, wind down, relax, become more flexible. Also increase your strength and balance! Discover the health benefits and...
Tai Chi Cheng Man Ching First Third Group Demo
Watch a demo video of the Tai Chi Cheng Man Ching First Third — Group Demo. This CMC 37 Tai Chi Peaceable Dragon demo is led by Kris Brinker.
Tai Chi Qigong Workshop—Burke Fairfax Springfield VA Area, Saturdays, August 6 and 13 2016
A Tai Chi and Qigong Workshop in Fairfax VA: Come Learn Taiji Shen Gong Details: When: Saturday August 6 AND Saturday August 13 (Two 3-hour sessions) Participation both days will be required to cover the entire form Time: 1-4 p.m. both days Where: Pinn Community...
Living Well, Aging Well Summit April 16
Join Me for the Fairfax County Living Well, Aging Well Summit April 16 2016 Saturday, April 16 at the Fairfax County Government Center from 9am-3pm. The mission of the summit is to collaborate, present knowledge and provide a forum for individuals, family members,...
Tai Chi Classes Section 1
Burke Fairfax Springfield VA Area
Mon, May 9-Aug 29, 2016
Tai Chi Classes — Improve Flexibility and Balance, Reduce Stress, Increase Energy Level, Tone and Strengthen Muscles Tai Chi — Come learn to de-stress, wind down, relax, become more flexible. Also increase your strength and balance! Discover the health benefits and...