Curriculum & Resource Materials
Below is a list of topics for study, required reading, and recommended videos/DVDs for Chi Kung Certification Training.
Most of the materials may be purchased here, at the online store, at the Gilman Studio, or through other major retailers. On-site students may also borrow the materials from the Gilman Studio Lending Library if they are not out on loan.
Curriculum Checklist :
- Introduction to Basic Chi Kung theory & practice
- Opening the Gates Part 1
- Opening the Gates Part 2
- Basic Chi Kung (Qigong) theory & practice
- Zhan Zhuang (Post Stance Standing Chi Kung)
- Yi Jin Jing
- Holding the Ball
- 8 Pieces of Brocade
- 12 Pieces of Embroidery
- Guan Gong Frolics
- Chan Ssu Jing
- Five Animal Frolics
- Five organs cleanse and strengthen
- Microcosmic & Macrocosmic Orbit
- Hun Yun Gong
- Self massage techniques
- Study Questions complete
Recommended Reading:
- The Way of Qigong  Ken Cohen
- Opening the Energy Gates of Your Body  B.K. Frantzis
- Relaxing into Your Being: The Water Method of Taoist Meditation Series. Vol 1 & 2 Â Bruce Kumar Frantzis
- The Essence of Chinese Qigong  Yang Jwing Ming
- The Root of Chinese Qigong: Secrets for Health Longevity & Enlightenment – Yang Jwing Ming
- Chi Self Massage  The Taoist Way of Rejuvenation  Mantak Chia
- The Way of Energy  Kam Chuen Lam
- Qigong Empowerment: A Guide to Medical, Taoist, Buddhist, Wushu Energy Cultivation  Shou-Yu Liang
- Gilman Studio Manual sections pertaining to energy & chi kung practices
- A String of Pearls  Michael Gilman
- 101 Reflections on Tai Chi Chuan  Michael Gilman
Recommended Videos/DVDÂs:
- Opening the Gates Volume 1 & 2
- Yi Jin Jing
- Holding the Ball
- 8 Pieces of Brocade
- Guan Gong Frolics
- Chan Suu Jing
- Five Animal Frolics
- Five organs Cleanse & Strengthen
- Hun Yun Gong
Materials may be purchased here»