More than 20 people circled around, tapping near their eyes, hips and knees in an effort to access their body’s energy points. During the weekly "spring forest qigong" class at the Unitarian ...

Qigong is a meditative practice incorporating breathing techniques, movement, sound, and self-massage. Its origins lie in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy. According to the National Qigong ...

Qigong meditation is an ancient Chinese healing practice that combines controlled breathing, gentle movement, and meditation to promote good mental, physical, and spiritual health. Similar to tai chi, ...

Contact this contributing writer at djuniewicz@gmail.com. Classes What: Qigong and Tai Chi Easy, a four-week series of classes When: Start Monday, Feb. 16, 11 a.m.-noon, or Thursday, Feb. 19, 6-7 p.m.

Today, many individuals are achieving stress relief, better health and physical fitness through various disciplines within the branches of Chinese medicine like yoga or Tai Chi and acupuncture.