Comprehensive Tai Chi Qigong (Instructor) Training Course – Level I by Senior Instructor Catherine Burnett
Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi is one of the most popular styles of qigong around the world because it is effective and easy to learn. The demand for tai chi qigong instructors is increasing as baby boomers start to age and as more people become aware of the benefits of qigong.
In this course, students will learn:
- all 3 major types of qigong, namely the moving qigong, standing qigong and sitting qigong. The first set of Shibashi, the Wuji & Taiji Stances and the basic Internal Alchemy technique will be taught respectively for each type.
- the theory of qi and the health benefits of qigong from both Eastern and Western perspectives;
- the details surrounding each qigong movement;
- abdominal and reverse breathing techniques;
- about the physiological changes when one enters qigong mode (as seen on biofeedback machines);
- about the feelings to be expected after practicing qigong and the meaning behind each of these feelings and
- about the common mistakes students make when practicing Shibashi.
By the end of the course, students will know how to:
- check if others are relaxed by assessing their physical and mental state;
- maximize the benefits of Shibashi by adding extra elements to certain movements;
- incorporate some simple yet powerful stances into Shibashi;
- modify movements when teaching seniors and those with special needs;
- create a qi field to magnify the benefits of group practice and
- detect and defend themselves from sick qi.
Even though the theme of this training course focuses on Shibashi, the knowledge obtained from and skills developed during this course could be applied to many different styles of qigong. Those that do not intend to teach but would like to make qigong a part of their lives will also find this course very useful.
Location:
Inner Space, Maude Gray Court34 St Benedicts Street, Norwich, NR2 4PF, United Kingdom
Date & Time:
Saturday July 25, 2026 10:00am – 17:00pm
Sunday July 26, 2026 10:00am– 17:00pm
Please note that the assessments may take longer depending how many opt for it. They will take approx. 15mins each and we endeavour to see students with the furthest distance to travel first.
Prerequisites:
None. However, we recommend you to get familiar with the Set 1 Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi. Student who registered for this course will receive a coupon to purchase the Set 1 Shibashi Home Study Course and Qigong Mode & Tai Chi Posture Requirements Home Study Course at 50% discount.
£225
or £150 for students repeating this Set One workshop and QTT graduates & undergraduates
Optional Assessment: £75
Payment & Booking:
To secure your place, please transfer the tuition fee (and assessment fee if you already know you want to take it), referencing your name and “Set1P” to:
Teach Yoga Naturally, Norwich
Catherine Westwood
Account number: 07840875
Sort code: 60-83-71
Or you can send a cheque made payable to “Catherine Westwood” to:
The Shiatsu Centre, 20a Lower Goat Lane, Norwich, NR2
Please email catherineburnett12@gmail.com when you have made the payment so we can book you straight onto the course and send you Sifu Cheung’s 50% discount code for his manuals and videos, should you wish to purchase them.
Facilities:
Inner Space is nestled away in the quiet Maude Gray Court just off St Benedicts street, very close to local shops and great cafes in the city. There is a fully fitted kitchen at the venue with a kettle, fridge, and microwave, if you wish to bring a packed lunch. Tea, coffee, herb tea, water and biscuits will be provided by us.
A 15-20 min walk from the train station or 10-15 min walk from the bus station, taxis available from both stations. Parking is not permitted within the courtyard but there’s plenty of room to lock your bicycle. Nevertheless, there are several car parks in the city a short walk away or the cheaper option to use the various park and rides around Norwich. Sunday street parking is free but limited and available only in certain areas.
There are plenty of mats, blankets and props at Inner Space, but if you wish to bring your favourite mat please do.
“I feel that the workshop significantly helped me to improve my forms and understanding of the Shibashi set. I also found the meditation segments of your workshop to be very helpful. I have had trouble meditating in the past, and I feel that your workshop helped me to become more centered in my practice.” – Tai Chi Instructor Ryan Lee of USA[/slide]
Optional Assessments:
Sifu Wing Cheung is the lineage holder for this style of Shibashi and if you wish to receive an instructor’s certificate from his Tai Chi Qigong & Feng Shui Institute, as his Senior Instructors we are authorised to pass your assessments. When you pass, we will inform Sifu Cheung and arrange for your certificates to be sent from Toronto.
We will close the workshop about 16:00 on Sunday, and then the assessments will take place, which are approx.15 minutes per person. You will be asked to demonstrate Shibashi set 1, as taught by Sifu Cheung, but only 2 repetitions (2 breaths) of each movement. The emphasis is on your ability to demonstrate the Qigong Mode and Tai Chi Posture Requirements, as well as the movements and transitions. There will also be a short written test to complete, which will be emailed to you after the workshop.
You don’t have to take the assessment on the day and can send us a video after you have had some practice time. There is an additional cost of £75 for your assessment and certificate. Please bring this with you or transfer on the day of your assessment.
Accommodation (optional):
Plenty of BnB, Airbnb and hotels in the city.
Air BnB:
Georgian Town House:
https://www.thegeorgiantownhousenorwich.com/
A Boutique, Luxury Retreat in the Heart of Norwich:
Hotels/BnB Norwich:
https://www.hotels.uk.com/uk/norfolk/hotels-in-norwich
Cancellation:
If for any reason you can’t attend the workshop, here is our cancellation policy:
| Number of days before the start date of the event | Refund of Tuition Fee % |
| > 90 | 90%, or as 100% credit towards another workshop |
| 60 – 90 | 80%, or as 90% credit towards another workshop |
| 30 – 59 | 65%, or as 75% credit towards another workshop |
| < 30 | 50%, or as 60% credit towards another workshops |
On very rare occasion we may have to cancel the workshop, due to changes in Covid-19 regulations, unforeseen circumstances or if there are not enough participants. We will send out the cancellation notice at least 30 days before the start date of the event and will fully refund your tuition fee. Please note that rapid changes in Covid-19 regulations may mean we cannot give you 30 days notice.
Contacting Us
Catherine: 07909 516578, 01424 815128
catherine@qigongteachertraining.co.uk
or catherineburnett12@gmail.com
Annie: 07722 868397, 01424 756326
We look forward to seeing you in November
Very best wishes,
Catherine Burnett & Annie Cryar