Students' Testimonials and Reviews
I've really been enjoying the classes and have found them to be a very positive experience.
One thing I particularly appreciate is the fortnightly format, as it gives me time to practice and consolidate what we've learned without feeling under pressure to attend every week. It also gives me an opportunity to become more familiar with new patterns between classes. My memory is not always on point with the sequences, though!
I've found that practicing Qigong in the morning helps set me up well for the day. When I manage to do a session before lunchtime, I feel calmer, relaxed, motivated, and more positive afterward. I particularly notice this feeling during Wuji at the end of practice, which I love! The fact that only 10 to 15 minutes is required is a bonus, but I do have to remind myself of that, especially during Wuji at the end!
Physically, I feel that the practice has been helping my shoulder considerably. I had quite a lot of tightness and discomfort when I first started, and although I'm still experiencing this, there is a definite improvement with my range of motion and discomfort. I seem to be drawn to Pushing Mountains and Lifting the Sky, and Dancing Butterfly. I also really like Green Dragon Presents Claw but find it can be challenging. I love Lohan Draws Sabre and always feel so good and light after doing it, and it helps to loosen me up.
Regarding Bear Walk, for some reason, I found it quite challenging to learn and remember. I managed it during the class itself, but would really appreciate revisiting it during a future session as I think I would benefit from further practice and guidance.
One thing that has stood out to me is how quickly I seemed to be able to experience Qi flow and tangible benefits through Shaolin Cosmos Qigong. I did attend Qigong more than 20 years ago, and I remember it being more like just exercises, and I definitely didn't experience Qi flow or even understand what it meant the way that I have with Shaolin Cosmos Qigong.
Thank you again for your teaching and guidance, Sifu
One thing I particularly appreciate is the fortnightly format, as it gives me time to practice and consolidate what we've learned without feeling under pressure to attend every week. It also gives me an opportunity to become more familiar with new patterns between classes. My memory is not always on point with the sequences, though!
I've found that practicing Qigong in the morning helps set me up well for the day. When I manage to do a session before lunchtime, I feel calmer, relaxed, motivated, and more positive afterward. I particularly notice this feeling during Wuji at the end of practice, which I love! The fact that only 10 to 15 minutes is required is a bonus, but I do have to remind myself of that, especially during Wuji at the end!
Physically, I feel that the practice has been helping my shoulder considerably. I had quite a lot of tightness and discomfort when I first started, and although I'm still experiencing this, there is a definite improvement with my range of motion and discomfort. I seem to be drawn to Pushing Mountains and Lifting the Sky, and Dancing Butterfly. I also really like Green Dragon Presents Claw but find it can be challenging. I love Lohan Draws Sabre and always feel so good and light after doing it, and it helps to loosen me up.
Regarding Bear Walk, for some reason, I found it quite challenging to learn and remember. I managed it during the class itself, but would really appreciate revisiting it during a future session as I think I would benefit from further practice and guidance.
One thing that has stood out to me is how quickly I seemed to be able to experience Qi flow and tangible benefits through Shaolin Cosmos Qigong. I did attend Qigong more than 20 years ago, and I remember it being more like just exercises, and I definitely didn't experience Qi flow or even understand what it meant the way that I have with Shaolin Cosmos Qigong.
Thank you again for your teaching and guidance, Sifu
The Bear Walk assisted me in recovering from a fractured foot, energy flow and stretching were definitely beneficial.
What I learned the less hard you try, the easier it is, go with the flow.
Classes are relaxed, open and well paced.
What I learned the less hard you try, the easier it is, go with the flow.
Classes are relaxed, open and well paced.
Whilst it's possible to study qigong using book-based or online methods, the difference between these and face-to-face teaching is like the difference between film and theatre, or recorded and live music - it does not compare. For me, the level of transmission and reception of the art of qigong in Sifus’ (James Lawrence) class is 100%.
Sifu James has time for each student in what is an eclectic and varied mix of personalities. His care and patience with the class is second to none, and the level of attention given is extremely high - light hearted and gentle, yet extremely powerful. I've tried other forms of internal work in the past (yoga, meditation etc) with various teachers, instructors and gurus.
Maybe it wasn't my time then and it is now, but I believe with Sifu James' class I have truly been gifted something.
Sifu James has time for each student in what is an eclectic and varied mix of personalities. His care and patience with the class is second to none, and the level of attention given is extremely high - light hearted and gentle, yet extremely powerful. I've tried other forms of internal work in the past (yoga, meditation etc) with various teachers, instructors and gurus.
Maybe it wasn't my time then and it is now, but I believe with Sifu James' class I have truly been gifted something.
The course on Cosmos Qigong run but Sifu James Lawrence (March-June 2022) was essential in helping me deal with emotional and mental issues I experienced after a health scare last year. James is an exceptional teacher who imparts his knowledge of Cosmos Qigong with passion and also with great patience.
The Lohan Hands’ patterns we’ve covered during the course have now become part of my daily routine and I am hoping to further my practice of Cosmos Qigong with James in the near future.
The Lohan Hands’ patterns we’ve covered during the course have now become part of my daily routine and I am hoping to further my practice of Cosmos Qigong with James in the near future.
At 65 and no spring chicken I needed something which was not too hard going on the body and this was perfect. Great beginners course and I have signed up for the new course in September. Instructions geared to individual progress and not rushed.
Very easy to follow instructions both at lessons and when doing it at home. Benefited physically and mentally. All done at my own pace. So much more to learn and enjoy.
Very easy to follow instructions both at lessons and when doing it at home. Benefited physically and mentally. All done at my own pace. So much more to learn and enjoy.
Chi Kung is such a powerful art and this class is so thorough. The exercises coupled with the way in which they were taught gave me such a deeper understanding of how Chi Kung can help day to day life.
For me it was clearing my mind of thought which helped calm me when I was feeling anxious and also when pain was keeping me awake.
Sifu James explains it all with such detail and patience. The health benefits were obvious. Would highly recommend this this class. Excellent teaching. Thank you ☺
For me it was clearing my mind of thought which helped calm me when I was feeling anxious and also when pain was keeping me awake.
Sifu James explains it all with such detail and patience. The health benefits were obvious. Would highly recommend this this class. Excellent teaching. Thank you ☺
An excellent introduction to this Chinese art form.
Sifu James is an Instructor that will share his many years of experience with you in a heartbeat. I found the techniques very calming and the exercises (forms) aren’t overly strenuous no matter your physical conditioning. If learning how to calm your mind, relax your body and be at one with yourself have become priorities for you in an age of fast food, rush hours and digital overload, I really recommend this course.
Sifu James is an Instructor that will share his many years of experience with you in a heartbeat. I found the techniques very calming and the exercises (forms) aren’t overly strenuous no matter your physical conditioning. If learning how to calm your mind, relax your body and be at one with yourself have become priorities for you in an age of fast food, rush hours and digital overload, I really recommend this course.
Just completed the 12 week beginners Chi Kung course. James is an excellent teacher – kind, clear & patient as well as a very experienced practitioner of Qigong. He was always happy to answer questions and review patterns.
I feel I gained a solid grounding over the 3 months that have allowed me to practice confidently at home.
I feel I gained a solid grounding over the 3 months that have allowed me to practice confidently at home.
Fantastic teaching – very detailed, accessible and patiently delivered. I particularly enjoyed all the background info on the history and the health benefits of chi kung, and why the methods used in this school are so well suited to health and longevity in modern times. A very gentle pace that even my grandmother could do, but don’t be fooled, the skills acquired are amazingly potent with regular practice.
Thoroughly enjoyable and valuable – have already recommended to others.
Thoroughly enjoyable and valuable – have already recommended to others.
The course was great and delivered at a good pace to the group. I enjoyed the fact that we go from stillness to physical form then to stillness again.
This made it easier for me to learn to be more mindful and achieve a meditative state.
This made it easier for me to learn to be more mindful and achieve a meditative state.
Since learning the very basics of Chi Kung from James I have been surprised by the results as I was initially very sceptical about the power of Chi.
James very patiently taught me the steps of a Chi Kung practice called ‘lifting the sky’ and i am addicted to the move now performing this twice a day and the results are a vitality I never had before. I sleep more deeply and I had stiff joints around my elbows which are now gone. I’m certain these steps taught by James have caused these great results.
I am very grateful to Chi and James.
James very patiently taught me the steps of a Chi Kung practice called ‘lifting the sky’ and i am addicted to the move now performing this twice a day and the results are a vitality I never had before. I sleep more deeply and I had stiff joints around my elbows which are now gone. I’m certain these steps taught by James have caused these great results.
I am very grateful to Chi and James.
I’d never tried anything like Chi Kung before but after attending the free introductory talk I was very motivated to start. The exercises are enjoyable and gentle and taught stage by stage in bite size pieces making it very easy to learn.
The teacher, James encourages questions and is very patient and attentive to all the students. The atmosphere is very inviting and friendly which is really important to me.
There’s lots of supporting material sent to you after each lesson, for example, videos and emails, so that you can practice what you learn in your own time. I’ve practiced for 10-15 minutes every day at home and the benefits to my health and wellbeing are gradual but very noticeable.
It’s helped me to clear my mind of runaway thoughts, helped me relax and become better at handling stress. The relaxation/meditation techniques taught can be applied in everyday life, like when you are in the office or on a crowded tube, where nobody would know what you are doing and it helps me nip anxiety in the bud before it builds up.
What I like about this school is that we’re not just taught Chi Kung movements but also other skills and techniques for physical, mental and emotional relaxation which all comes together to encourage the natural flow of chi energy around the body that ultimately is essential for good health.
The teacher, James encourages questions and is very patient and attentive to all the students. The atmosphere is very inviting and friendly which is really important to me.
There’s lots of supporting material sent to you after each lesson, for example, videos and emails, so that you can practice what you learn in your own time. I’ve practiced for 10-15 minutes every day at home and the benefits to my health and wellbeing are gradual but very noticeable.
It’s helped me to clear my mind of runaway thoughts, helped me relax and become better at handling stress. The relaxation/meditation techniques taught can be applied in everyday life, like when you are in the office or on a crowded tube, where nobody would know what you are doing and it helps me nip anxiety in the bud before it builds up.
What I like about this school is that we’re not just taught Chi Kung movements but also other skills and techniques for physical, mental and emotional relaxation which all comes together to encourage the natural flow of chi energy around the body that ultimately is essential for good health.
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