A new advanced Tai Chi Ruler course has been posted with accompanying password protected video from Sifu Dan Ferrera demonstrating the techniques written about in the course.
Quick answer: Qigong (energy cultivation) is the ancient system of gathering, condensing and circulating life-force energy through breath control, body alignment and meditation. This article by Sifu Dan Ferrera explains what actually separates effective Qigong from empty exercise, and what a beginner should look for in a method. Updated September 2026 with links to current…
One of our oldest and best-selling courses on Develop Your Energy is the Shaolin Nei Jing Yi Zhi Chan Course . In fact, we have found students who have purchased this course become some of our most diligent and advanced Qigong practitioners. We feel very strongly about the benefits of “Standing Zen” and wish to…
Sifu Dan Ferrera demonstrates the STANDING method of Katusmi Niikura’s Ki Breathing Basic Four which is primarily focused on teeth breathing. This is a very good method for accumulating and feeling chi. For more information go to http://www.ryokukai.com/.
a former student instructor has sent us a brief audio overview of the Ma-Qigong course. Great information is shared in this video.
Our next installment of our Chi Kung Q&A with Sifu Dan Ferrera is now available. In this interview he answers the following questions: What are the effects of practicing Qigong? Does one gain “special powers” by practicing Qigong? Is Qigong medical or spiritual? Is Qigong religious?
In this second Q&A with Sifu Dan Ferrera he answers the following questions- How are Tai Chi and Qigong related? Is there a connection between Yoga and Qigong? How did you get started in Qigong and Energy Work?
