Weekly Classes
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Monday classes are held at the Main branch of the BAPL (11 West Church Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018).
Saturday classes are held at the Main branch of the BAPL (11 West Church Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018).
Monday classes are held at the Main branch of the BAPL (11 West Church Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018).
Saturday classes are held at the Main branch of the BAPL (11 West Church Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018).
Qigong, Meditation, and Relaxation Training with Dr. Kevin Siddons
We practice the gentle qigong form Five Animal Frolics as well as mindfulness meditation & relaxation techniques. Additional qigong techniques and forms will be introduced as the class progresses: Chan Si Gong, Fang Song Gong, Master Jiao's 15 Taiji Movements Qigong, and more.
Wear comfortable clothes that allow movement. This presentation will introduce basic concepts and provide an opportunity for some practice. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Free.
Classes are now online. Email me if you would like to attend ([email protected])
Bethlehem Area Public Library - 11 W Church St., Bethlehem, PA
Saturday mornings 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Bethlehem Area Public Library - 11 W Church St., Bethlehem, PA
Monday afternoon 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
https://www.bapl.org/events/
--- These classes are now hybrid. You can attend virtually via the Zoom or attend in person. -----
-----Please email me if you would like to be included in the class -------
We practice the gentle qigong form Five Animal Frolics as well as mindfulness meditation & relaxation techniques. Additional qigong techniques and forms will be introduced as the class progresses: Chan Si Gong, Fang Song Gong, Master Jiao's 15 Taiji Movements Qigong, and more.
Wear comfortable clothes that allow movement. This presentation will introduce basic concepts and provide an opportunity for some practice. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Free.
Classes are now online. Email me if you would like to attend ([email protected])
Bethlehem Area Public Library - 11 W Church St., Bethlehem, PA
Saturday mornings 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Bethlehem Area Public Library - 11 W Church St., Bethlehem, PA
Monday afternoon 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
https://www.bapl.org/events/
--- These classes are now hybrid. You can attend virtually via the Zoom or attend in person. -----
-----Please email me if you would like to be included in the class -------
Ongoing - Studying the effectiveness of Qigong as an intervention with various populations. Working with Temple University, College of Public Health, School of Social Work.
2024-09-13
I have been working with the Temple University, College of Public Health, School of Social Work on a 5 year grant to study the effectiveness of qigong to improve the leg strength, balance, and quality of life of intellectually delayed adults. The School of Social Work did not get the grant this year. Instead, they have asked me to work with them on two pilot studies of a qigong intervention with intellectually delayed adults; one in the fall, one in the spring. The research group plans to re-apply for the grant next year. I'll keep you posted.
Kevin
I have been working with the Temple University, College of Public Health, School of Social Work on a 5 year grant to study the effectiveness of qigong to improve the leg strength, balance, and quality of life of intellectually delayed adults. The School of Social Work did not get the grant this year. Instead, they have asked me to work with them on two pilot studies of a qigong intervention with intellectually delayed adults; one in the fall, one in the spring. The research group plans to re-apply for the grant next year. I'll keep you posted.
Kevin
A Pragmatic Trial of Qigong Exercises on Fibromyalgia Symptoms Compared to Aerobic Exercise
I am working with Dr. Wen Liu, Director of the Neuromuscular Research Laboratory, The Department of Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, and Athletic Training, School of Health Professionals of the University of Kansas Medical Center. I am part of his Community Advisory Committee. His research team is submitting a research proposal for a 5 year research grant. The study title is ‘A Pragmatic Trial of Qigong Exercises on Fibromyalgia Symptoms Compared to Aerobic Exercise.’ The study will use three study sites: the University of Kansas Medical Center, the Arizona State University, and the University of Pennsylvania.
Past event: 2017 Symposium on Integrative Health, Tai Chi, & Qigong in Harvey Cedars New Jersey
In 2017, I lead a sunrise qigong session on the beach at the Maris Stella Retreat Center at Harvey Cedars N.J. Wonderful morning energy!
