Qigong Workshop: Exploring The Eight Brocades

Mon Oct 06 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm UTC-07:00

Ashtanga Yoga Victoria | Victoria

Ashtanga Yoga Victoria
Publisher/HostAshtanga Yoga Victoria
Qigong Workshop: Exploring The Eight Brocades
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Explore the Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin) with Cielo—gentle movements to boost circulation, release tension, and restore balance.
About this Event

Step into the timeless practice of Qigong and experience the art of balance, vitality, and inner harmony. Join us at for a special workshop with Cielo Gu as we explore the — one of the most beloved and widely practiced forms of Health Qigong.


What to Expect

The Eight Brocades is a classical sequence of eight flowing movements that blend gentle stretching, coordinated breathing, and mindful awareness. This practice has been cherished in China for centuries for its ability to:

  • Improve circulation
  • Release tension
  • Restore inner balance
  • Support both body and mind

In this workshop, you will:

  • Learn the standard modern version of Ba Duan Jin practiced in Health Qigong
  • Explore traditional Taoist variations of the form
  • Experience how different approaches create unique physical and energetic effects
  • Discover how Qigong can complement your yoga or mindful movement practice

No prior experience is needed. All levels are welcome — come ready to move, breathe, and enjoy.

An opportunity to:
✨ Learn a centuries-old practice that supports lifelong health
✨ Connect with breath and body in new ways
✨ Discover how Qigong and yoga enrich one another
✨ Leave feeling grounded, calm, and energized



Meet Your Teacher

Cielo Gu is a yoga teacher, Qigong practitioner, and licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in Traditional Chinese Medicine. With many years of experience in mindful movement, she brings a unique perspective on how yoga and Qigong complement one another.

In 2025, Cielo received the gold medal in both Ba Duan Jin and Yi Jin Jing at the 11th World Health Qigong Tournament, an international competition recognizing excellence in the practice. She loves sharing how these ancient traditions can help students connect breath, movement, and inner stillness.🌐 Learn more: cielosharmonyhub.com



Reserve Your Spot

Spaces are limited — don’t miss this chance to experience the Eight Brocades with Cielo.

When: Monday, October 6, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Where: Ashtanga Yoga Victoria
Drop-In Fee: $30 Drop-In

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Ashtanga Yoga Victoria, 626-A Fisgard Street, Victoria, Canada

Tickets

CAD 33.28

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