Yin & Qi Gong 3 Day Intensive | The Essence of the Elements with Joanna Nation 27th - 29th December 2023 Qi Gong - 7-8am Yin - 8:15-9:15am The Five Element Theory is used to interpret the relationship between the internal systems and patterns of the human body in line with the natural environment, according to [...]
Energy In Motion - 5 Day Hatha Intensive Aspects from Qi Gong will be woven into the slow flow of a Hatha Yoga practice. Emotional harmony will be refined through the use of acupressure points, movement of Qi and yoga postures that target the meridians and organs, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Over [...]
The Five Element Workshop Series - Volume 2: Metal Workshop with Joanna Nation on 17th May 2019 Moving away from the energy of Summer, the period of Metal becomes a time of slowing things down, tying up loose ends and bringing a sense of refinement. The Autumn season gives a chance to let go of [...]
The Five Element Workshop Series - Volume 5: Fire Workshop with Joanna Nation on 6th December 2019 Summer is an expression of yang energy and the element of Fire inspires us with joy, love and compassion. We find ourselves more receptive to life and all it's expressions. This is a time to dream big, to [...]
The Five Element Workshop Series - Volume 4: Wood Workshop with Joanna Nation on 20th September 2019 The Wood period is a time of expansion and growth, just like a tree blossoming. Moving out of the introverted months of winter and into the Spring light representing new life, flexibility and movement. There is a sense [...]
The Five Element Workshop Series - Volume I: Earth Workshop with Joanna Nation on 22nd February 2019 Once summer has reached its height, the year's cycle begins its transition into the season of late summer - the season of Earth. The Earth element grants us the ability to internalise by learning to nourish and care for [...]
Spring is traditionally a time for new life and renewal. Envision spring to be a time for weeding the garden (de-cluttering and cleaning) and for sowing the seeds and establishing roots (setting intentions and new routines) for the season ahead after the months of hibernation and stagnation that is winter. The Earth is getting closer [...]