| Rebecca Gould |
Rebecca discovered Qigong in 2006 at a weekend workshop, after which she continued practicing and found herself feeling more joy and confidence, as well as playfulness in movement and life than she had in years. She experienced such a radical transformation in her physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing that she decided to become a teacher and ultimately dedicate her life to sharing these ancient healing practices with others. After training for the required 2 year minimum before becoming a certified instructor of Sheng Zhen Qigong, Rebecca received certification and has been teaching since 2008. Since then, she has also acquired certification in Supreme Science Qigong, which is what she offers at Yogalife. In Rebecca’s Qigong class, you’ll find yourself experiencing a moving meditation in which you feel deeply relaxed while also gaining and increasing your energy. You will build up your muscular endurance simply through the way in which you stand during the practice. Rebecca’s calm voice guides you through with precise instruction and imagery to enhance your ability to learn the movements with ease and proper alignment, thereby enhancing your ability to feel the qi-energy and derive maximum benefits. Rebecca is a Mercer Island and Seattle native and holds a Liberal Arts Degree from Hampshire College. Outside of the studio, she owns her own business Elemental Harmony, offering massage, craniosacral therapy and qigong both in her office and on location. For more on Qigong, visit her website: www.elementalharmony.info/qigong |
Rebecca Gould is a joyful and passionate instructor, thrilled to bring Qigong to Yogalife. Qigong (Chi Kung) combines movements, breathwork, meditation, visualization and relaxation to achieve harmony of the body, mind and spirit. It is, essentially, Chinese Yoga. Qi (pronounced “chee”) is energy. Gong is the cultivation of qi and its benefits. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, Qigong is the foundation of Tai Chi and Acupuncture and has been practiced in China for thousands of years for disease prevention and treatment. It is a gentle yet powerful practice.
