Health Benefits of Qigong and Tai Chi

Qigong and Tai Chi are ancient Chinese practices that promote optimal health, vitality and longevity. Developed over millennia in Chinese monasteries, hospitals, and imperial courts, Qigong was kept a carefully guarded secret from the Chinese public, Qigong has recently come into widespread use throughout the Far East. Now, in the West, it is viewed as a health and human performance breakthrough, as well as an ancient power tool for self-improvement and a safe, gentle, proven approach to treating pain and disease as well releasing unhealthy emotions that our bodies hang on to.

Testimonials for Jessica Kolbe:

After 20yrs of chronic back pain and recent emotional stress, Qigong & Taiji have helped me to overcome these challenges in as little as 2 months. With simple movements, self-applied massage, breathing & meditation exercises, I am on the path to well being.
Jason R.  Sana Barbara

Jessica teaches with artistry, enthusiasm, and awareness of her students.  I leave with joyful, healing energy, and a natural high. 
Jane A.  Santa Barbara, CA 

I would like to say how positive an impact Qigong has had on my life over the last year. Jessica was my first teacher. I was hooked after the first experience.  I had always wanted to learn Qigong or Tai Chi.  Now I do it at least once a week sometimes two or three times. The connection I feel with Jessica is very healing mentally and physically. I am forever grateful, especially in times of great stress or illness, that I have learned to practice the breathing and simple movements.  Be well and happy.  
Kelly R.  Montecito, CA      

Qigong and Tai Chi are profound, yet simple methods for:

     • Improving balance and coordination  
     • Reducing anxiety and depression and STRESS
    • Boosting the immune system
     *Lowering high blood pressure
     * Reducing the symptoms of Fibromyalgia by 79%!  (2010 study reported in New England Journal of Medicine)
    • Helping to insure full range and mobility far into old age
    • Increasing breath capacity
    • Achieving serenity and inner peace
    • Aiding in the healing of major illnesses
     • Tuning into our inner guidance while balancing mind, body and spirit
     • Accelerating recovery from surgeries
      • Improving sports performance
    • Improving performance and concentration in the workplace
    • Improving martial arts skills
     • Changing thoughts and behaviors to get rid of bad habits
    • Increasing vitality and longevity
     • Releasing and refreshing stale energies, thoughts and emotions.
    • Achieving and maintaining optimal health  

Tai Chi Eases Depression in Elderly :  New York Times 3-18-2011  http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/03/18/tai-chi-eases-depression-in-elderly/?scp=1&sq=tai%20chi&st=cse

On Monday,  September 27, 2010, The New York Times published the following article on the benefits of Tai Chi for personal health!  http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/28/health/28brody.html?_r=2&emc=eta1

"Tai chi is often described as 'meditation in motion,' but it might well be called 'medication in motion.' There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has value in treating or preventing many health problems."Harvard Women's Health Watch May 2009

Jessica is available to guide individual, group and corporate wellness sessions. To schedule a session, or find out about ongoing classes, Jessica may be contacted at (805) 705-3426, or by email: Jessica@QigongSB.com
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