Shaolin Soft Fist (Rou Quan)
- Shaolin Rou Quan is a traditional Qi Gong form or we call it an 'internal' (nei gong) form in Shaolin. As with all Shaolin internal qi gong forms, it is practiced to strengthen our Qi, our internal organs and to enhance our health and vitality.
- What is unique about the art of Soft Fist (Rou Quan), when practiced at a higher level, it can also be used for self defence, so the health and martial aspects are combined in this internal qi gong form.
Six Healing Sounds (Liu Zi Jue)
- Liu Zi Jue is an ancient Chinese qi gong, that combines breathing exercises of six different sounds, namely “Chui,” “Hu,” “Xi,” “He,” “Xu,” and “Si" with mind control (Dao Yin), as well as slow and gentle physical movement to promote mind–body health, strengthen internal organs and to extend lifespan.
- As with other Chinese Qigong, Liu Zi Jue has drawn on the essence of Taoism, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Buddhism.
Shaolin Rou Quan & Daoist Six Healing Sounds
少林 柔拳 ｜ 六字诀
With the cold Autumn & Winter season approaching, we invite you to come and join us on a wholesome weekend of Qi Gong practice with Shifu Yan Xin; to supercharge your body, mind and emotional wellbeing for the darker and cooler months of the year.
During this online retreat weekend, Shifu Yan Xin will share with us the ancient Qi Gong Breathing practice of Liu Zi Jue (Six Healing Sounds) and take us through a detailed breakdown of the Shaolin Qi Gong Form, Soft Fist (Rou Quan), exploring the details and deeper layers of the form that gives 'life' to the form, taking your Rou Quan practice to the next level.
More About Liu Zi Jue (Six Healing Sounds):
Liu Zi Jue is an ancient Chinese Qi Gong Breathing Technique based on Chinese philosophy of Taosim, Traditional Chinese Medicine & Buddhism, dating back to the Northern and Southern Dynasties of China(Year 420 - 589).
This is a simple yet powerful qi gong breathing technique that has been practiced in China for over 1000 years, that is believed to cure illnesses , strengthen your organs and extend your life span.
How?
Release. Transform. Generate
In Chinese philosophy, it is believed that if you don't release the buildup of negative 'qi' or energy (i.e. negative feelings and emotions such as stress and anxiety) then this energy accumulates in your organs, result in damage to your internal organs.
Each sound in the Six Healing Sounds (Liu Zi Jue), works on releasing and transforming the negative 'qi' energy in your internal organ to positive 'qi' energy.
One can practice these Qi Gong sounds either individually (depending on your current, physical and emotional needs) or all the Six sounds in the cycle of generation from the Chinese principle of 'Wu Xing' (namely, Five Elements):
The Cycle of Generation:
- Wood generates Fire
- Fire Generated Earth
- Earth Generates Metal
- Metal generates Water
- Water Generated Wood
An Overview of the Six Healing Sounds:
1. Sound " Xu" to Strengthen Liver (Wood | Spring)
Transform the negative emotion of Anger & jealousy to Kindness & Forgiveness .
2. Sound " He" to Strengthen Heart (Fire | Summer)
Transform the negative emotion of Restlessness, Hatred, & Arrogance to Joy, Compassion & Gratitude & Respect.
3. Sound "Hu" to strengthen Spleen (Earth | Late Summer)
Transform the negative emotion of Worry, Anxiety, low self-esteem to Openness, Fairness and Self-Trust.
4. Sound "Si" to strengthen Lungs (Metal | Autumn)
Transform the negative emotion of Sadness & Sorrow to Courage & Justice.
5. Sound "Chui" Strengthen Kidney (Water | Winter)
Transform the negative emotion of Fear, Stress & Tension to calmness, peacefulness and wisdom.
6. Sound "Xi" to regulate Triple Warmer.
In Chinese Philosophy, The Triple Warmer is your 'internal system' that regulates the coordination of the above organs, allowing it to work in harmony and balance.
In Chinese it is called 'San Jiao', interpreted to english to mean the 'three burning activities' or the 'triple Burner'.
When your Triple Burner is working in harmony, it allow the smooth flow of all the positive energies (Qi) activated by the practice of the Six Healing sounds, to go around your whole body, nourishing your vital organs , leading to Health and Longevity.
Date & Time of Seminar:
Friday 23 September: 19:00. 20:00 BST
Welcome Tea Chat, Gentle Stretch & Meditation
Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 September : 15:00 - 18:00 BST
Each day we will start the seminar by exploring three sounds of the Li Zi Jue, then moving on to exploring the deeper layers of Shaolin Soft Fist Qi Gong.
Who is this Seminar Suitable For:
The focus of this Seminar is to introduce you to the ancient Chinese Health Qi Gong of Liu Zi Jue and taking a deeper dive into the Soft Fist Qi Gong practice, so it is beneficial to have some experience and understanding of the Soft Fist form, though not essential.
Shifu Yan Xin will breakdown the form into sections, guide you through each section a few times, then work on and practice the key details of each section, taking your Qi Gong form practice to a deeper level.
If you have not had much experience with Shaolin Soft Fist Practice yet, but eager to join this wholesome qi gong retreat weekend, you are welcome to. This will be an opportunity to immerse yourself in the training of Soft Fist, follow the seminar in your own speed, don't stress if you can't take all the details in from the seminar, you will have the recordings of the seminar to further explore 12 months after.
Also you can use the insight you have gained from the seminar to support your self-study journey of Shaolin Soft Fist course.
How to participate in the Live Workshop:
This workshop is done via Live Streaming with Shifu Yan Xin and other kungfu.life students from across the world. If you can't join live you can also follow the seminar in your own time via recordings, just sign up with the Attendee only option.
Methods of joining:
You can join as a Face-to-Face interactive participant (limited spaces available - Shifu will be able to see you and correct your movements) or,
You can join as an attendee only, i.e. you will be able to follow Shifu Yan Xin but, Shifu Yan Xin will not be able to see you.
If you've opted for the Face-to-Face training option, please ensure you have a laptop or computer that has a camera, so that Shifu gets to see you and can correct your movements during the training.
If you have opted for the attendee only option, you will still need to have a device such as laptop/computer/tablet, but it is not essential to have access to a web camera.
What if I can't make it at the time of Live Stream?
If you are unable to to make it to the Live Training at the time it takes place, don't worry. A recording of the training will be available in your Student Dashboard for 1 year after the seminar has taken place, for you to train in your own time.
WHAT YOU NEED to join this program:
1. Have access to a device such as a laptop, computer or tablet. A smart phone could work but the screen might be too small for a good training experience.
2. Have access to a small space in your home - kitchen, living room, bedroom. If you can fit a yoga mat in that space then you should be able to train in that space.
3. Have a good internet connection. It is recommended the download and upload speed to be a minimum of 1.5Mps for a good training experience. You can test your internet speed here.
We look forward to training with some of you in person (via Zoom) !
Workshop Pricing (Non-Members)
KFL Member Special Pricing
Attendee Only & Replay
Follow live with your camera's off or follow the workshop replays in your own time.
€89
€60
+ 12 Month access to workshop replay
Limited Space
Face-to-Face
Get live feedback from Shifu Yan Xin on your Shaolin Soft Fist movements.
€165
€120
+ 12 Month access to workshop replay
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FAQ
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What is the difference between enrolling as a Face-to-Face and a participation Only student?
Both training options, the Face-to-Face Interactive training and Attendee-Only option, take place at the same time. The Face-to-Face training is very similar to training in a physical class together with other students, where you can be seen by Shifu Yan Xin and he will be able to help you with your training and can correct your movements. In order to keep up with the quality of teaching, number of spaces for this option is limited. With the participation only (Non Face-to-Face Option), you will be able to see Shifu Yan Xin live but no one else will be able to see you, so you can still enjoy the live training atmosphere but would not be able to have your movements corrected.
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How do I know if I am a KungFu.Life member to benefit from the Warrior member price?
If you are subscribed to one of our Yearly, Quarterly or Monthly subscription plans (either as a Warrior or Wellness Member) or if you are a Lifetime Member of ours then you are a KungFu.Life member and you will be able to find your discount code to join the Live Yi Jin Jing program in your KungFu.Life Members page and/or in you email inbox.
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What if I can't make it to some or all of the Live Sessions
If you can't make it to some or all of the live training, the replays of the sessions will be available for you to catch up on. We strongly recommend you join the training live for a better training experience, but if life really gets in the way, then following the recordings is the second best option. If this is the case, then just opt for the non Face-to-Face pricing option at the check out.