

Breathe In Qigong

At Breathe In Qigong

We believe Qigong can inspire transformation and heal both mentally and physically.
What is Qigong?
Pronounced "Chee-gong"
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Mindful Movements: Like other forms of Qigong, Blue Dragon Daoist Medical Qigong involves gentle movements, postures, and meditation.
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Breathing Techniques: Controlled breathing plays a crucial role in channeling energy and promoting balance.
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Energy Flow: The practice aims to optimize the flow of vital energy (Qi) within the body, fostering harmony and health.


Benefits
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Holistic Health: Blue Dragon Medical Qigong supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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Stress Reduction: Regular practice can reduce stress, enhance relaxation, and improve overall resilience.
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Immune System Boost: Strengthening the immune system is a key benefit, making it a valuable preventive practice.

9-Day Medical Qigong Retreat
Hosted by Sifu Michael Brisbois Featuring Grandmaster Love
Agenda for July 31 – August 8, 2025, Campbell River, BC
Daily Morning Practice
Egyptian Sun Gazing and 1-hour Qigong each morning - Learn techniques to energize body, mind, and spirit
Workshops & Training
2-Day - Anti-Aging Facial Qigong: Look and feel younger
2-Night Tibetan Dream Programming: Healing and insight through dreams
Forest Therapy Excursions
3 guided forest excursions with Medical Qigong
Explore waterfalls, streams, salmon, eagles, and more
Lakeside or riverside picnics to unwind
Evening Connection
Evenings around the fire: drumming, singing, sharing, or relaxing under the stars
Final Day Celebration
Whale Watching Excursion
Catered dinner to close the retreat
Wellness & Comfort
Mostly vegetarian meals with fresh fruit and salads
All meals, accommodations, and excursion transport included
Suggested items: rain gear, hiking/beach shoes, light clothing, layers
Certification & Support
Blue Dragon Medical Qigong Certificates
Intake & waiver forms required
Bring your own medical insurance
Retreat Fee
$3000 CAD - $750 deposit to secure your spot. Cost to upgrade your room below.
Final payment due by July 3, 2025.
$3200 for ocean view hotel room - shared rooms. Or $6000 for a couple standard room. Or $6400 ocean view.
Hotel rooms are included in the fee.
Link to pay:
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Contact: Michael Brisbois at:
Note
Grandmaster Love teaches most of the retreat, blending Daoist Qigong with music and dance. There is no wrong way to do Qigong only ways more aligned with your natural rhythm.
Comprehensive Benefits of a Medical
Qigong Retreat and Lifestyle
July 31 - August 8, 2025 Campbell River, BC
1. Benefits of Attending a Medical Qigong Retreat
Attending a Medical Qigong retreat offers a wide range of benefits that promote both physical and mental well-being:
Stress Reduction and Relaxation:
Qigong practice help regulate the nervous system, fostering deep relaxation and easing stress.
Improved Energy Flow:
These practices enhance circulation of Qi (vital energy), leading to greater overall health and healing.
Boosted Immune System:
Regular qigong practice may strengthen your immune system, making your body more resilient to illnesses.
Enhanced Mental Clarity and Focus:
With its meditative aspects, Qigong improves cognitive function, focus, and emotional balance.
Pain Management and Physical Healing:
Qigong is useful for alleviating chronic pain and supporting recovery from injuries.
Holistic Anti-Aging Benefits:
Certain techniques help improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and support longevity.
Community & Connection:
Retreat settings foster connections with like-minded individuals, creating a supportive environment for shared healing.
2. Incorporating Medical Qigong into Your Lifestyle for Healthy Longevity
When you integrate qigong into your everyday routine, you create a long-term, holistic approach that nurtures the body and mind:
Sustained Energy Flow:
Regular practice ensures that energy circulates more smoothly throughout your body.
Inflammation Reduction & Cellular Resilience:
Qigong supports cellular health by reducing chronic inflammation and promoting natural healing processes.
Enhanced Organ Function:
With improved circulation, cardiovascular and metabolic functions are optimized, contributing to overall vitality.
Slowed Natural Aging Process:
By nurturing your body through Qigong, you support a lifestyle that can help maintain an active and healthy state well into later years.
3. The Power of Lowering Stress and Cortisol Levels
Managing stress, especially by lowering cortisol levels, plays a critical role in achieving overall
health:
Cortisol Management:
Chronic stress elevates cortisol—the body's primary stress hormone which can lead to inflammation, weight gain, high blood pressure, and cognitive decline.
Enhanced Mental Clarity and Sleep Quality:
By engaging in mindful practices like Qigong and meditation, you reset your hormonal balance, resulting in improved focus and better sleep.
Disease Prevention:
Reducing cortisol not only alleviates stress but also lowers the risk of long-term illnesses and supports a more robust immune system.
4. Complementary Benefits of Grounding (Earthing)
Grounding, or earthing, is another natural practice that complements your Qigong routine:
Reconnect with Nature:
Walking barefoot on grass, soil, or other natural surfaces helps you tap into the Earth’s natural energy.
Inflammation Reduction:
Grounding is believed to neutralize free radicals by absorbing electrons from the Earth, thereby reducing inflammation.
Improved Sleep & Calm:
This practice can stabilize your body & mind's internal systems, enhance sleep quality, and promote a feeling of calm and balance.
Summary
By attending a Qigong retreat and incorporating these practices into your daily life—managing stress and cortisol levels, and engaging in grounding—you’re not just experiencing temporary relief. You’re establishing a sustainable, health-promoting lifestyle. Such an integrated approach can lead to a more resilient body, an enriched quality of life, and a vibrant, active longevity.
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WHAT PEOPLE
ARE SAYING

Hanna M, 36
A wonderful gentle class that helped get me moving again.
Mira S, 60
This has helped my back and shoulders hugely.
Jeffrey H, 45
Love the instruction and Michael is a great teacher.
Dave S, 62
The gentle movements makes it easy to do so don't be afraid it really helps.