Professional
Further Development
What Next?
Once you have successfully completed the Qigong Session Leader Course
you can lead your own sessions for relaxation & well-being
There is no requirement to attend further training, however, you will be very welcome to return to the Academy to learn more when the time feels right for you
Training Diary
at a glance
Please let us know if you are interested in completing any of the modules listed below
We have capacity to run additional modules when popular ones fill up
We may also run modules earlier than listed if there is enough demand
We may also need to change future module dates as we can't see that far ahead today!!
2026
2027
2028
Module list updated September 2025
ADVANCED SESSION LEADER
CERTIFICATION
Many of us love to keep learning more about this amazing Health Art
Session Leaders can gain higher the certification of Advanced Session Leader
by completing the 3 following modules, which continue to build their Tai Chi Qigong knowledge
The modules are in person at our Hinckley studio
You can complete them in any order, we usually run one each year which is a steady pace to learn and absorb the additional learning
Body Alignment & Assessment + Advanced Techniques of Tai Chi Qigong
8 & 9 August 2026 3 places available
Next module 2028 6 places available
see more detailed information about this module here
Exploring Energy & The Energy Field + Energy within the Shibashi Qigong Set 1
14 & 15 March 2026 1 place available
Next Module 2027 6 places available
see more detailed information about this module here
Delivering a Seated Qigong Session + Exploring the Physical Health Benefits of Tai Chi Qigong
9 & 10 May 2026 2 places available
Next Module 2028 6 places available
see more detailed information about this module here
Day 1
During the first day of this module you will learn how to complete a body alignment assessment and explore the issues poor body alignment can create or aggravate . You will also learn how to make safe suggestions for your session attendees to help them to improve their alignment and potentially ease some of their discomfort.
We will complete body alignment assessments each other while standing, sitting and moving and also consider how we use our body in everyday life and while delivering Qigong, as we have to look after ourselves first before we can help our attendees.
We are rarely taught how to stand and move correctly
Standing and moving with the right foot incorrectly can create discomfort in the left shoulder and neck.
Big toes bending inwards creating bunions,
'Knock knees', 'Bow Legs' or collapsed foot arches are most often a consequence of poor posture and can be improved.
We can help ourselves in many ways, once we know how, and as therapists, we can also help our attendees.
Session Leaders who are also holistic therapists will be able to use the information learned during this module to help their clients
ADVANCED SESSION LEADER CERTIFICATION
Body Alignment &
Advanced Tai Chi Techniques
Day 2
During the second day of this module we will explore how the whole body moves as one with a strong relaxed ease.
We will apply the body alignment knowledge and see how this is efficient and effective.
The movements all start in the feet and travel through the lower tantien.
The arms are moved by the body and all we need to do is apply spirals and arcs
These techniques are applied to all tai chi qigong movements to ease the joints, strengthen the muscles, create flexibility, massage our internal organs and encourage our body systems to work more efficiently
This day will look at these techniques within the Shibashi Qigong Set 1 movements
Some movements are easier than others, some techniques you may understand immediately and others may take years to perfect, however, understanding this way of moving will change and improve the way you do everything, even if you are still learning
DAY 1
During the first day, this training module explores the Shibashi Qigong Set 1 for those who need to remain seated. We will look at the health benefits for the standing movements and consider how we can help our seated attendees benefit without compromising their need to sit, while considering the challenges & difficulties that sitting brings
You will receive a certificate for
'Delivering a Seated Qigong Session'
ADVANCED SESSION LEADER CERTIFICATION
Delivering a Seated Session
Exploring Health Benefits
DAY 2
On the second day we ask you to bring a list of health conditions that you would like to ask about. Usually, our session attendees like to tell us about their aches, pains & health conditions or you may have issues of your own.
This day is dedicated to exploring how and why Tai Chi Qigong can help to ease or support those conditions.
This dedicated focus is ideal to incorporate into the 'learning' part at the start of each Qigong session and can also be used for workshops.
DAY 1
What is Energy?
During this day we explore the subtle way that we experience energy through sight, touch, sound, taste, colour and other people. We will explore the layers of the energy field and how to see and feel energy
We will discuss sensitivity to the energy of other people, either our friends, family, work colleagues or clients
You ask your questions
There are no limits to the topics you may want to discuss, including healing, singing bowls, sound therapy, colours, spirituality, hands on healing, energy 'vampires', being an empath etc
A day for you and about you
exploring everything that is amazing and challenging
What do you want to know?
ADVANCED SESSION LEADER CERTIFICATION
Exploring the Energy Field &
Energy within Shibashi Set 1
DAY 2
There are several energy processes happening through this version of Shibashi Qigong Set 1
This day explores the way each movement connects to the 3 tantien energy centres and yin and yang. We also explore the role each movement plays within the set to create harmony, restoration and energetic balance
The original set was designed to move the energy that we already have and to help it to flow around the body but this can create disharmony if we are already depleted and tired
The adaptations we have made to this set continue to move our energy but also bring several deeper layers of energy restoration, cleansing and harmonisation
ADDITIONAL QIGONG SET
8 Pieces of Silk Brocade
ba duan jin
WORKSHOP
8 Pieces of Silk Brocade
also know as Ba Duan Jin
This is a 1-day exploring workshop for those who are interested in this set and also for anyone who would like to complete the Session Leader certification training
Come along and learn the depth and detail and discover for yourself the true nature of the set of ancient movements.
This is an enjoyable day but also offers you the opportunity to decide whether these movements are suitable for your sessions, before you commit the time and money into completing the whole Session Leader course.
After completing this foundation training day, we will discuss dates to suit those who would like to complete the additional Session Leader certification training course
ADDITIONAL QIGONG SET
Acupressure Qigong
This 2-day module takes you through a tapping & self-massage routine
covering the whole body
Key acupressure points are explored along with a variety of techniques.
We will consider when to use calming sedating techniques or warming stimulating techniques to leave us balanced, refreshed and restored
The aim of this module is to teach you. as Session Leaders, to lead a sequence of acupressure techniques, demonstrated on yourself, for your attendees or clients to follow
The routine can be delivered as a full session or in separate sections
Qigong Session Leaders can deliver this during the first part of a Qigong session
This module does not teach you to perform the techniques on other people
We provide notes and videos to support the face to face training
This 2 day module explores 21 Daily Exercises, to ease the joints in the body and relax the muscles & tendons. Ideally they should be practiced every day
As always, it is the way the movements are performed that creates the benefit
This module teaches the movements, the health benefits and the correct way each exercise should be performed. We also highlight common errors and explore different ways to deliver these within your sessions.
ADDITIONAL QIGONG SET
Daily Tai Chi Exercises
We explore a sequence of Qigong movements which take the body through the natural cycle and phases of the 5 Elements, building and moving Qi gently, calmly and gradually, through the whole body and then sinking and storing Qi to finish
We also explore the healing sound for each major organ
This is a deep powerful balancing and healing Qigong set which is gentle to practice and most of the benefits can be enjoyed while seated. This is a qigong energy experience
ADDITIONAL QIGONG SET
Healing Sounds
Energy Cultivation
Qigong
October
2027
6 Places available
£235
10am to 5pm
Please pay £50 non-refundable deposit to confirm your place
The remaining balance is due 30 days before the module start date
ADDITIONAL QIGONG SET
Fan Qigong Set
This 4-day module teaches a sequence of repeated Tai Chi Qigong movements using the traditional Tai Chi Fan
We will explore the origins of the fans, silks and other similar items and how they became a tool for self defence and healing
Although we will not be learning the self defence techniques we will gain an understanding which will change the way we move while enjoying the sequence for health, well-being.
These movements also aim to improve balance & dexterity
This is a very enjoyable, fun set of movements to practice with a more 'active' and 'Yang' essence
9 & 10 April + 14 & 15 May
2027
0 places available
we now have a list of people who would like to complete this training. Once we have enough people interested we will contact you to discuss potential dates for an additional module
Please contact us to be added to the list
£395
10am to 5pm
Please pay £50 non-refundable deposit to confirm your place
The remaining balance is due 30 days before the module start date
ADDITIONAL QIGONG SET
Lee Form Tai Chi Qigong Set
Anyone who has experienced the flow of a Tai Chi Form will know how beautiful it is to watch as well as to perform. However Tai Chi Forms are complex and require years of dedicated practice
This module teaches those movements within a qigong set offering a more inclusive way for people to enjoy and practice the flow of a Tai Chi Form
4 Days, over 2 non-consecutive weekends
£395
April + May 2028
6 places available
ADDITIONAL QIGONG SET
Shibashi Qigong Set 2
An additional set of 18 Movements to add variety to your sessions
The movements of Shibashi Qigong Set 2 are very different to Set 1, moving and opening the body in a different way
This module explores a variation of these interesting and enjoyable movements so this set can be offered to almost everyone, including those who may need to be seated for some or all of the session
4 days over 2 non-consecutive weekends
£395
18 & 19 April+ 16 & 17 May 2026
1 place available
REFRESHER DAYS
Come back and refresh your knowledge as well as exploring deeper
There is always more to enjoy learning
SHIBASHI QIGONG SET 2
Refresher Day
Saturday 17 October
10am to 5pm
£60
4 places available
LEE FORM QIGONG SET
Refresher Day
Sunday 18 October
10am to 5pm
£60
4 places available
Video Based
Learning
Enjoy these video based modules in your own time to expand your knowledge and add more depth to your sessions
Are you every stuck for ideas to deliver in your learning part of the session?
This video package offers more than 85 videos, each containing a video based 'session plan' with explanations of a vast number of topics to pass on qigong knowledge and keeping sessions interesting.
Available to purchase at any time
£25
A collection of videos offering theory behind the 5 Elements or Phases.
Exploring their essence and how they integrate into qigong & life.
Some videos also include physical practice, talked through by Debbie, offering an opportunity to feel this for yourself
Available to purchase at any time
£10
