Qigong Course to Strengthen Body & Mind

Method 2 - Nourishing Qi

  • Increase Stability
  • Become Grounded
  • Replenish Qi
  • Learn how to Breathe  
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Yuan Qigong Online Course - Nourishing Qi

Yuan Qigong practice can help us experience life through a much more relaxed, calm, and natural state. Nourishing Qi (Di Yuan) teaches and trains us to bring our awareness inside the body, thereby building up and keeping a reservoir of Qi in the 3 storage areas of the body called Dantians. 

Nourishing Qi is a “standing” form practice. The method, while focusing on specific postures, intends to correct the outward-going habit of the mind, fostering integration and unification in stillness. 

Because of its standing form, its focus on Dantian breathing and the strong Qi effects it engenders, persistence and dedication are essential in order to help us thoroughly reap the countless benefits. 

The course is presented in three sessions with four to five topics in each session. Video support on Dantian breathing is also included along with a short, supplementary practice. Nourishing Qi is a quiet, peaceful method that is essential for a healthy life.

Discover your inner self and continue to develop your life!

THIS COURSES INCLUDES:

  • 48 min video guidance and practice (downloadable)
  • 169 min of audio guidance and practice (downloadable)
    • Audio No.02 Tian Yuan and Di Yuan (37 minutes)
    • Audio No.06 Tian Yuan without music (58 minutes)
    • Audio No.13 Tian Yuan with music (74 minutes)
  • Graphs and diagrams with detailed explanations
  • Written preparation and detailed instructions for the mind activity and body postures
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Add an optional one-hour individual session with a teacher
FEATURES and Benefits

Yuan Qigong will improve your Health and Life

Di Yuan practice can lead to countless benefits on all levels of life including physical and mental health. With regular practice, practitioners often experience the following effects in a relatively short amount of time:

  • Strengthening of the physical body and improvement of musculoskeletal alignment 
  • Opening of the neck, shoulders, lower back and hips
  • Strengthening the mind and deepening the relaxed, calm state 
  • Increasing the ability to maintain a calm state in daily life
  • Experiencing more vitality and energy throughout the day
  • A decrease in symptoms and more ease in managing health challenges
  • A brighter outlook on life and an increased sense of wellbeing
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Course Description: Di Yuan - Nourishing Qi

SESSION 1: Getting started

Topic 1: About Nourishing Qi - Detailed explanation of the method
Topic 2: Useful Vocabulary - Glossary of specific terms used
Topic 3: About Dantians - Where Qi is stored in the body
Topic 4: Preparation for the method - Instructions for Body and Mind
Topic 5: Qi review - The most fundamental substance in the universe

SESSION 2: Important Concepts
  • Topic 1: Features & Benefits of Nourishing Qi - Why this method will improve your life
  • Topic 2: The Six Verses - Preparation of the Mind
  • Topic 3: Nourishing Qi Practice Video - To visualize and understand the postures
  • Topic 4: Detailed explanation of the method - More information on Di Yuan
  • Topic 5: Short Audio Practice Guide - To help you get started
SESSION 3: Integrated Practice
  • Topic 1: Full Audio Practice Guide - Experience a complete practice
  • Topic 2: How to Make Good Progress - Additional tips and support
  • Topic 3: Supplementary Exercise - Bonus video
  • Topic 4: Longer Di Yuan Audio Practice Guide - Discover what a longer practice can do
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Developed by world-renowned Qigong Master Yuan Tze

  • Served as member of the Chinese Qigong Science Research Association
  • World-renowned healer and teacher
  • Founder of Ren Xue and Yuan Qigong
Learning tailored to your individual needs  

Method 2 - Di Yuan is available in the following formats

Nourishing Qi

Single course

Method 2: Di Yuan

US$ 66.00

Nourishing Qi

With individual teacher session

Method 2: Di Yuan

US$ 106.00

Beginner Set

As part of the Beginner Set

Method 1 & 2

US$ 97.00

Beginner Set

Give this set as a gift

Method 1 & 2

US$ 97.00

How can we help?
FAQ
If you have any unanswered questions, please reach out to our course registrar Tracey, at tracey@renxueamericas.org
What if I already purchased one course and want to get the full set?
The set is offered at a discounted bundle price compared to purchasing the courses individually. Unfortunately, this discount only applies when buying the complete set in a single purchase. If you've already purchased an individual course, you would need to purchase any remaining courses at their regular price.
Note: There is no additional material in buying the full set versus buying the methods separately.
What audios are included?

If you buy the second method, Di Yuan, you will have three different and downloadable audios:

  • Audio No.02 Tian Yuan and Di Yuan (37 minutes)
  • Audio No.06 Tian Yuan without music (58 minutes)
  • Audio No.13 Tian Yuan with music (74 minutes)
What does the individual teacher session option mean?

The one-hour Zoom session is intended to support your learning of Yuan Qigong and Ren Xue. The focus for the session is up to you - it could be about the method, about Ren Xue and Yuan Qigong, or about understanding Qi and how Qigong helps to enhance the wellbeing of the body, Qi, mind and heart. Wherever you feel you could use some guidance: :

  • Support for your Yuan Qigong learning
  • Discussion of Ren Xue principles
  • Guidance on specific methods
  • Questions about Qi and wellbeing

Sessions must be scheduled within 60 days of registration. After your introductory session, if you choose to continue working with the teacher through classes or one-on-one sessions, arrangements can be made independently, between the two of you.

If I'm taking a class from a Ren Xue teacher to learn this method, do I need this course?

Yes we strongly encourage complementing your ‘live’ class with the online course. These materials greatly enhance your learning and can help you to establish a regular practice:

  • Videos help reinforce proper postures between classes
  • Audio guides support your home practice
  • Having both teacher guidance and course materials provides the best learning experience
  • Once muscle memory develops, you can practice with just the audio guides
  • Learning from a teacher provides valuable benefits including:
    • Precise posture adjustments
    • Direct guidance on mind activity and questions
    • Connection with the Ren Xue community
    • Support for your learning journey

Whether you're learning via online or in-person classes, having the course materials allows you to deepen your practice at your own pace and maintain consistency between sessions with your teacher.



How are the courses accessed after purchase?

The Yuan Qigong courses we offer are all online. This means that when you register, you will have a personal Yuan Qigong course Library which can be accessed by logging into your account through the RXA website.  The courses in your library will include videos, practice audios and written instructions. The videos and audios can be streamed from your web browser, or you can download them onto your computer.

Can I practice the moving methods sitting or lying down due to health issues?

Yuan Qigong is highly adaptable to individual needs:

  • Most methods can be practiced sitting down
  • Some methods can be practiced lying down
  • Certified Yuan Qigong teachers can provide specific modifications

Contact a teacher through our Community section for personalized guidance.



Can I make my practices shorter or longer depending on the time I have?

Yes! Practice duration is flexible:

  • Short 5-10 minute sessions are beneficial
  • It's better to do a shorter practice than none at all
  • Once familiar with the method(s) and preparation process, you can practice without audio support
  • Longer sessions can explore and combine various methods

Be creative and adapt the practice to your schedule while maintaining the core principles.



Do I need to learn the methods in order or can I choose to learn more advanced methods first?

The Yuan Qigong system follows a three-stage pyramid:

  1. External transformation (first 3 methods)
  2. Internal transformation (next 3 methods)
  3. Xin (Heart) and Shen (True Nature) transformation (last 3 methods)

While following this order is recommended, flexibility is important. Follow your intuition and needs, and consult certified teachers for guidance.



I purchased my course but it says I need to buy it again. How do I access my course?

Try these steps:

  1. Clear your browser Cache (press Shift while refreshing the webpage)
  2. Click "My Library" in the upper right
  3. Log in with your email and password
  4. If needed, reset your password

If issues persist, contact us for web support.



Once all 9 methods have been mastered, how do they work together?

Each method serves unique purposes while complementing others:

  • Methods 1 & 2 pair very well for gathering and storing Qi
  • Choose methods based on daily needs:
    • Method 1 to restore energy, improve health, and deepen connection to nature and life
    • Method 2 for mental stability and calm - settles the Qi and strengthens the body
    • Method 3 for physical movement, building strength and flexibility
  • The final three methods focus on the heart and mind and help integrate practice into every moment
  • Focus on one method or combine them based on your needs
  • Or stick with one method and go deeper into the experience over time

Yuan Qigong is a very versatile set of Qigong practices. There is no wrong or right way to approach it.



How do I start learning Yuan Qigong?

Multiple pathways are available:

Teacher Resources:

  • Consult our Teacher Directory through Ren Xue International
  • Book individual sessions with certified teachers

Online Learning:

  • Register for RXA's At Home Learning courses
  • Access the Qigong Beginner Set (first two methods)
  • Join online Global teacher classes

Community Connection:

  • Join our Facebook Ren Xue Community group
  • Subscribe to newsletters (RXA and Ren Xue International)
  • Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Additional Resources:

  • Read "Wellbeing Begins with You" by Yuan Tze
  • Explore the Global teacher calendar of events
  • Connect with our international community
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