Functional Abilities
Courses for Better Sleep, Anxiety Relief & Emotional Balance
Preface
Our Functional Skills Development program is designed to help individuals regain physical and emotional balance by addressing specific challenges such as sleep disturbances, chronic stress, anxiety, anger, fear, depression, and spinal issues.
These programs integrate time-tested practices from traditional mind-body systems—such as Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga, and breathwork—into a holistic and accessible format that supports functional improvement in daily life.
Educational methods
Sessions are offered in both group and private formats and are led by experienced instructors trained in therapeutic movement, somatic awareness, and breathing techniques. Each program is tailored to the specific needs of the participant and often includes gentle movement, guided relaxation, breath regulation, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Functional practices emphasize gradual body-mind reintegration and are suitable for people of all ages and physical abilities.
Goals and benefits
These programs aim to restore the body’s natural rhythms, enhance sleep quality, reduce emotional volatility, and strengthen postural integrity and coordination. Participants often report increased energy, better focus, and a greater sense of inner calm. The emphasis on breath, body awareness, and mindful engagement allows deep regulation of the nervous system and builds resilience.
Clinical studies support the efficacy of these methods in managing functional disorders and improving overall quality of life.
Evaluation and progress path
Progress is monitored through continuous feedback, physical assessments, and personalized adjustment of exercises. Each participant is guided step-by-step toward functional milestones relevant to their condition. Instructors ensure that learning remains practical, safe, and motivating—helping individuals regain control over their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
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Where and How Do We Begin?
The Path to Maturity
Every meaningful journey begins with a conscious step. In the process of inner cultivation and disciplined training, we stand beside you with care and structure to ensure a personal, coherent, and effective path. The Path to Maturity provides a clear framework for beginning, deepening, and expanding your practice—rooted in self-awareness, ongoing mentorship, and continuous progress assessment.
This journey unfolds in five stages:
- Initial Consultation Request
- Interview and Assessment
- Receiving a Personalized Program
- Beginning Practice with Instructor Guidance
- Progress Evaluation and Path Expansion
This roadmap is designed to support your movement from initial intention toward depth, growth, and inner transformation.
Request Initial Consultation
Submit the form and begin the dialogue to identify your needs.
Participate in Interview and Assessment
Review your background, goals, and individual capacity.
Receive Personalized Program
A tailored training path designed based on your assessment.
Start Practice with Guidance
Start structured sessions with direct support from instructors.
Evaluate Progress and Expand the Journey
Ongoing review, adjustments, and deeper development of your practice.
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This ancient form of Qigong serves both medical and martial purposes, enhancing the overall coordination of Qi (vital energy) throughout the body.
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It facilitates the elimination of toxins from the body.
It strengthens the ligaments and muscles.
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- Breath Practice (5 minutes)
- Form 2: Tiger Clawing (20 minutes)
- Form 3: Tiger Leaping (20 minutes)
- Break and Refreshments (30 minutes)
- Form 4: Tiger Ripping (20 minutes)
- Breath Practice (5 minutes)
- Form 5: Recovery (20 minutes)
- Cool Down and Release (10 minutes)
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Qigong is a holistic practice that offers numerous health benefits, including improved circulation and enhanced immune function.
Benefits of Tiger Qigong:
Tiger Qigong is particularly effective for dispersing Qi stagnation in the physical body.
This ancient form of Qigong serves both medical and martial purposes, enhancing the overall coordination of Qi (vital energy) throughout the body.
Tiger Qigong involves expansive, opening movements that massage all the joints.
It facilitates the elimination of toxins from the body.
It strengthens the ligaments and muscles.
It promotes spinal health.
It fosters emotional balance.
Schedule and Content of the "Tiger Qigong Workshop":
- Theoretical Foundations of Five-Animal Qigong (≈30 minutes)
- Mind-Body Awakening for Entering Tiger Qigong (10 minutes)
- Form 1: Tiger Searching (20 minutes)
- Breath Practice (5 minutes)
- Form 2: Tiger Clawing (20 minutes)
- Form 3: Tiger Leaping (20 minutes)
- Break and Refreshments (30 minutes)
- Form 4: Tiger Ripping (20 minutes)
- Breath Practice (5 minutes)
- Form 5: Recovery (20 minutes)
- Cool Down and Release (10 minutes)
- Dialogue and Q&A Session
Date
March 15, 2024
Time
03:30 - 08:30
Location
Studio Emkan
Attendance Type
Hybrid
Registration Deadline
March 11, 2024
Participants Limit
25 Students
Instructors
Arash Rezaei
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Session One – Structural Topics:
Focus on low back pain, pelvis, and sacrum.
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Session Two – Physiological Topics:
Focus on sleep disorders and chronic tension.
Analysis of the root causes of sleep disturbances from Ayurvedic, Yoga, and Qigong viewpoints. Introduction to breathing techniques, body awareness, and evening practices designed to improve sleep quality and soothe the nervous system.
Session Three – Psychological/Emotional Topics:
Focus on anxiety and mental restoration.
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This comprehensive workshop, designed for therapists, instructors, and practitioners interested in traditional and practical methods, offers a foundational and applied approach to addressing the most common structural, physiological, and psychological imbalances of the modern age through the perspectives of Ayurveda, Yoga Therapy, and Qigong practice.
Course Structure
Session One – Structural Topics:
Focus on low back pain, pelvis, and sacrum.
An exploration of the biomechanics and functional patterns of the lower spine and pelvis. Participants will practice a combination of asanas and Qigong movements aimed at reducing pain, enhancing stability, and improving range of motion.
Session Two – Physiological Topics:
Focus on sleep disorders and chronic tension.
Analysis of the root causes of sleep disturbances from Ayurvedic, Yoga, and Qigong viewpoints. Introduction to breathing techniques, body awareness, and evening practices designed to improve sleep quality and soothe the nervous system.
Session Three – Psychological/Emotional Topics:
Focus on anxiety and mental restoration.
Examination of the mind-body connection within a holistic health framework. Training in introspective exercises, meditation, mantra recitation, and mindful Qigong to reduce anxiety, redefine life orientation, and cultivate inner inspiration and joy.
Therapeutic Approach
Yoga Therapy addresses the whole person—not merely symptoms but their origins in attitudes and behavioral patterns. Through nurturing insight and constructive action, it activates the natural healing process.
Date
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Time
04:00 - 08:30
Location
Studio Emkan
Attendance Type
In Person
Participants Limit
20 Students
Instructors
Niloofar Azadi, Aryanmehr, Arash Rezaei
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The final segment focused primarily on Medical Qigong and the Grand Circulation of Energy (Da Mai). Although the groups were smaller in size, participants demonstrated high enthusiasm and commitment.
All classes were held at full capacity, and the combination of a serene retreat environment alongside the mountain nature created an ideal setting for focused learning and growth. Meals were provided by a professional chef, emphasizing healthful and nourishing cuisine.
Dr. Yang has announced that summer 2026 may mark the final occurrence of these seminars at YFH.
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In the summer of 2025, a series of specialized seminars took place at the mountain retreat of Yang’s Family Heights (YFH) with the presence of Dr. Yang. These seminars featured advanced training in Tai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi Sword, Push Hands (Tuishou), and Fighting Set forms.
The final segment focused primarily on Medical Qigong and the Grand Circulation of Energy (Da Mai). Although the groups were smaller in size, participants demonstrated high enthusiasm and commitment.
All classes were held at full capacity, and the combination of a serene retreat environment alongside the mountain nature created an ideal setting for focused learning and growth. Meals were provided by a professional chef, emphasizing healthful and nourishing cuisine.
Dr. Yang has announced that summer 2026 may mark the final occurrence of these seminars at YFH.
Attendance Type
In Person
Instructors
Grandmaster Dr. Yang, Juing-Ming
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