Welcome to the Classic 18 mini series!
This is a short welcome and hello from Jeff, where he briefly talks about what is going to be discussed in this series. Let's get started!

Welcome to the "Classic 18" Qigong series! In the videos ahead, you will learn the Classic 18 Qigong routine, which as the name implies, is an 18 minute practice.

Jeff will discuss some of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts that relate to this practice and how to do each exercise. ...

Learn how to do 'Ready Position', also known as the Wuji Posture. It is the position we begin and end all Qigong practices with. While it looks like a passive standing position where nothing is happening - it is actually a Qigong exercise! Simply standing in this position and breathing deep, with...

Opening Exercise is a simple and useful movement that can be done within routines, and all on its own. It can be used to relax and clear a busy mind. In this video Jeff discusses the finer details of the Opening Exercise. In time, you will feel the sensation of increasing your root energy and fin...

Learn "Washing the Barrels" exercise. Jeff presents details on posture, stance, breath and position for this cleansing movement. Washing the Barrels can help to release and 'cleanse' stagnant Qi from anywhere in the body and throughout the meridians. Notice the subtle feeling of compression and e...

Spinal Twisting is a wonderful exercise that can help the back and neck while strengthening the core. It is practiced in a light and gentle way that circulates Qi through the inner and outer meridians of the back, which benefits all the internal organs! The best part about Spinal Twisting is that...

Let your inner Tiger emerge while learning this revitalizing Qigong exercise! "Tiger Emerging" can benefit the heart and lungs while improving posture. This exercise introduces the concept of Qigong animal forms - where we mimic the movement and 'energy' of animals. This ancient approach to Qigon...

Dan Yu is also known as 'sitting spine.' It helps to strengthen the upper and lower legs, feet, core muscles and hips. While Dan Yu can be challenging at first, it will become a practice of 'cultivation' in time. It will begin as a physical exercise, but once you coordinate body, breath and mind,...

Prayer Wheel is a fascinating and beautiful practice that will help you now, and for years into the future! This exercise focuses on coordinating upper and lower body, hands, shoulders, arms, breath and mind. In this video Jeff discusses the finer details of Prayer Wheel and I am sure you will be...

Cloud Hands is one of the most 'famous' Qigong exercises - and for good reason! Many traditions suggest that Cloud Hands is the most important Qigong exercise because it can activate Qi circulation in the entire body, support breathing/lung function and harmonize the heart. There are many variati...

Big Circle helps the body find that perfect blend of strength and relaxation. It is a type of 'silk reeling' practice that focuses on strengthening muscles while softening the body at the same time. Big Circle engages upper and lower body and begins to generate 'circular energy' throughout the ex...

Horse Stance, Zhang Zhuan, or Holding the Tree is a 'static' Qigong exercise. While most other exercises are 'dynamic' and moving, Horse Stance is a practice of stillness. In this video Jeff discusses the different Horse Stance positions used in the Classic 18, including finer details of the prac...

Jeff concludes this series with a discussion about cultivation and authentic Qigong expression, followed by a brief review of what was presented. Thank you so much for taking this journey through the Classic 18!

Balance and infuse the body, mind and Shen with Qi. ✨ The "Classic 18" is an amazing all-around tonic that can help your root state of health in many ways, leaving you feeling the perfect blend of relaxed and energized! ⭐Join Jeff in this beautiful meadow for the Classic 18. 🌺 If you need a refre...

A 'spacious' version of the Classic 18, quieter and with minimal cues. The purpose of this style of video is to create 'space' in your practice once you are familiar with the routine and movements. Spacious practices allow you to sink deeper into the Flow state and create a sense of complete rela...