This is our deepest and most important video posted to date. In it Sifu Dan Ferrera demonstrates the three choices of stance for Shaolin Nei Jing Yi Zhi Chan. This video alludes to the quality of instruction, not to mention the heart and sincerity you will find around Develop Your Energy. A student noted that…
There’s a lot going here at Develop Your Energy. Things are beginning to move. We recently implemented a new checkout procedure and we thank you all who have ordered and for your patience and support as we get it all running smoothly. We also have a new course and some free videos with Sifu Dan…
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Sifu Dan Ferrera has been published on the CoSozo website with a very concise introduction to the The Five Element Theory as it relates to Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine. From the article Taoist Qigong practices as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine theory utilize a unique health philosophy based upon emotional energies, elements, Feng Shui…
Sifu Dan Ferreara has released a dvd video available for purchase on CreateSpace. From Create Space- This DVD takes you through a complete one hour internal energy workout that utilizes a unique “teeth breathing” method that rapidly develops inner power and empty force (ling kong jing). It is a synergistic blend of Wei Dan (external)…
If you live in the metro-Detroit area you can take classes with Sifu Dan Ferrera at the Michigan Institute of Qigong Healing and Wellness at the World Class Institute of Martial Arts in Livonia. 31839 Eight Mile (between Farmington & Merriman/Orchard Lake) Livonia, MI (on the borderline of Farmington, MI and Livonia, MI) 48152 248-478-1088 worldclassima@twmi.rr.com
As we overhaul the usability of this website and plan to add new content and courses we have asked for feedback. One of the concerns that’s come up was “Who are these guys?” . While the world of chi can be vast and mysterious, there is no reason our identities need to be. By no…
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…
The main teacher behind Develop Your Energy, Sifu Dan Ferrera, was recently interviewed on Michigan Entertainment Radio. Quoted from the website- Original Air Date 08/14/10: Sifu Dan Ferrera joins us today to talk about Qigong – an intriguing conversation that covers what it is, what it isn’t, and why you should care about this ancient…