FLC Seniors Qigong

Qigong (Chee Gong) is an ancient Chinese whole mind and body practice developed over 2000 years ago. The word "qi", pronounced chee, means energy while "gong" means to act or practice.

Qigong, therefore, consists of slow-flowing movements that activate the energy force in your body. It focuses on breath coupled with meditative visualization and recognizes that energy flow is vital to good health.

The gentle rhythmic movements of Qigong reduce stress, build stamina, and increase vitality. It has been found to improve cardiovascular, respiratory, circulatory, lymphatic, and digestive functions. Inherent in our instructor’s classes is the development of community spirit.

We offer in-person classes at the trico centre for family wellness
as well as online zoom classes 

All participants must be FLC Seniors Club members and must join by registering online ($15 annually). 
FLC membership begins on September 1, of each year.
Please click on MEMBERSHIP INFO at the top of this page to find out how to become an FLC member. 

Registration For the Winter 2025 Session opening ON NOVEMBER 16

 When registration opens, follow the simple steps below:

• First, decide which class or classes you wish to attend by checking Classes Available below. 
• Next, scroll down to the big green button that says Click here to register and pay for both  In-Person and Zoom Qigong Classes, and click on it. This will allow you to register and pay for your choice of the in-person classes, the Zoom class, or both. Immediate payment is required. If your desired class is full, you may choose a diffreent class or place yourself on the wait list. If on the waiting list, openings will be filled in order of wait list date.

classes available

In-person classes at Trico Winter 2025: 

The five options are as follows. Participants choose one time slot to attend. Participants can however register and pay for as many time slots as they wish.

Classes will run from Tuesday, January 7, 2025 – Thursday, March 27, 2025.

• Tuesday   Qigong with Diane    9:30 am – 10:30 am  (starting January 7)    Diane Smith (Instructor) In the Seniors Room
• Tuesday   Qigong with Diane   10:45 am - 11:45 am  (starting January 7)    Diane Smith (Instructor) In the Seniors Room 
• Thursday  Qigong with Diane    9:30 am – 10:30 am  (starting January 9)    Diane Smith (Instructor) In the Seniors Room 
• Thursday  Qigong with Diane   10:45 am – 11:45 am  (starting January 9)   Diane Smith (Instructor) In the Seniors Room
• Thursday Qigong with Stella     10:45 am - 11:45 am  (starting January 9)   Stella Arcega (Instructor) In Studio 3
• Fees: Cost: $60 for 12 classes 
  This will enable participants to register for one of the classes above.   
  
  In-person class protocols:
• The number of participants in Diane Smith’s classes is limited to 26 in the Seniors Room
• The number of participants in Stella Arcega’s class is limited to 13 in Studio 3
• Masks are optional when practicing Qigong
• Attendance will be taken at each class.

Zoom classes for Winter 2025: 

Classes will run from Tuesday, January 7, 2025 – Friday, March 28, 2025

10:00 am – 11:00 am on:

• Tuesdays                   Qigong with Stella                             Stella Arcega (Instructor)
• Wednesdays              Qigong with Diane                            Diane Smith (Instructor)
• Fridays                       Qigong with Stella                             Stella Arcega (Instructor)

Fees:   $65 for all 36 classes 

               Attend as many as you desire

                   Click Here to Register and Pay for Both In-Person and Zoom Classes          
                             

Using Zoom

Once registered/paid, participants will receive:

• an email with details of how to download the free Zoom application onto your computer, laptop, or tablet.
• details about the Qigong Zoom sessions including a Zoom link, meeting ID number, and access code.
• Save this email for weekly reference, or copy down the Zoom link and meeting access codes.

In addition, you can see a simple tutorial about how to get started in Zoom for the first time.  

How to Get Started in Zoom

ZOOM Meeting Etiquette:

• Please "Mute" yourselves to reduce background noise...it will show as a diagonal line through the microphone icon.
• During the social time, click on Gallery View to see everyone who has their video camera turned on, and unmute yourself if you would like to chat/socialize.
• The Zoom host will mute everyone when the Qigong session begins.
• Click on Speaker View to see the instructor close-up during the class.
• If you want to talk/ be noticed - HAND UP or WAVE!
• Use the CHAT tool to type messages to everyone in the session, or to individuals (select names from the drop-down menu).

Qigong Executive Committee:

A group of dedicated individuals serves as the Executive Committee for the Qigong Club. 

For further information contact the Qigong Club Coordinator:  

Brenda Zugman by filling out this e-mail form. ([email protected])                                

Thanks to OpenSky Qigong and Modern Qigong for images.