On Campus Program
Health, Fitness, and Wellness

Harvesting the Energy of Trees with Qigong

THE MAGIC OF THE FOREST

There is something silent, mystical, and magical about the forest. When we enter the woods and walk among trees, we enter another world—a place where we not only feel safe and comfortable, but also healed, refreshed, and rejuvenated. Those giants that we walk among are powerhouses of life-supporting gifts.

Join John and Mary Platt for a program that invites you to explore ways to tap into this incredible power source. Learn how the energy in specific trees can benefit different organs as well as our emotions, and how trees are happy to share it with us!

"Breathe the air of trees”—an ancient Taoist instruction—becomes the starting point of a Five Element qigong practice that includes postures and breathing methods, as well as techniques to identify the right trees for greater energy, emotional balance, and inner peace. Step into the forest and experience a world of beauty and inner peace.  

Note Please bring layers for outdoor activities in wooded areas. 

Recommended reading  John C. Platt and Mary Platt, The Five Element Orchard: QiGong Practices for Harvesting Energy from Trees

Included in Your Stay

            

Daily Yoga Classes

            		 3 All-Natural Meals Access to the Kripalu Grounds

Program at a Glance

Yoga Experience
None
Suitable For
All
Program Theme
Martial Arts
Schedule
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Presenter(s)

John C. Platt holds a teacher certification from the Santa Cruz Chi Center and a Level III Advanced Instructor Certification from the National Qigong Association.

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Mary Platt, EYT 500, is a nationally certified yoga instructor, yoga therapist, and qigong instructor, and the coauthor of The Five Element Orchard: QiGong Techniques for Harvesting Energy from Trees.

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