Anne
Anne started pracisiting Qigong many years ago. Eventually, she signed up to become a qualified Ren Xue and Yuan Qigong Teacher.
When I first met practitioners of qigong, I noticed their inner calmness and respectful presence. This made me curious. I learnt that their practice of qigong was part of the Ren Xue system which also offered teachings about the qualities of the heart and how to identify and transform unhealthy patterns, habits and behaviors. I took some classes and from practicing the first two methods, I noticed small but significant positive changes in my life. I became committed to the practice and continued to learn more methods. My practice of Ren Xue has provided me with tools for navigating life. It has given me more energy and capacity, less overwhelm and stress, more awareness and acceptance, less doubt and worry, more balance and perspective, less fear and anxiety, more clarity and understanding, less confusion and disharmony.
I have now embarked on my Ren Xue teacher training and I look forward to supporting others who are seeking to uplift their lives.
In Nelson
Chris
I have been practising Yuan Qigong for six wonderful years and have completed Teacher Training to Level 4. Ren Xue life cultivation is the remedy I need to live a healthier, more balanced and conscious life as I approach the senior years. The most beneficial aspects for me so far has been the practices have helped me slow down my internal processes and be in a more relaxed state more often, helping me respond to life in a calmer, healthier way. I am living life more from the heart, with increased trust and acceptance about the way life is and who I am, holding all that with deep gratitude. Relationships with others and with nature are more respectful. The theories of Ren Xue have given a deeper and broader perspective on life, helping me navigate daily challenges with more grace.
I am looking forward to contributing to the Nelson Teaching Hub in 2026, working collaboratively to offer Qigong classes that reflect the teachings, the practices and respond to learners needs. I bring my passionate commitment to Ren Xue alongside previous life experiences and a long career in adult education to the Hub. I also enjoy being an active member of the Ren Xue Community, supporting some exciting projects in our region which we are so lucky to have happening nearby.
In Nelson
Claire
Claire has been practising Yuan Qigong since 2013 after meeting Yuan Tze. She began teaching in 2015.
She has completed Yuan Tze's Ren Xue:
- 6 year Teacher Training to qualify as a Yuan Qigong Teacher & Ren Xue Practitioner.
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Continues to deepen her understanding through ongoing professional development and her own dedicated practice, supporting a growing understanding of herself and of life.
Like every other child, for as long as I can remember, I have been trying to make sense of the world. As a young adult I came to the realisation that the Western paradigm I grew up in didn't have the answers to most of my questions. I naturally searched for answers elsewhere. But despite the many inspiring & interesting books I read I was not yet prepared to look inside myself for some of these answers.
In 2008, the cancer journey of my husband propelled me into the health field and led me to search for treatments of all kinds. As I explored the meaning and understanding of health across different cultures I came across many well documented "healing miracles" where people who had life-threatening diseases had somehow recovered in totally unexpected ways. I wondered what were the “laws” underlying all these amazing recoveries.
In 2009, my husband died. It marked the begining of a transformation and a shift inside of myself I did not understand well at the time. I found myself overwhelmend by an abiding sense of joy and peace. It made no logical sense. I was ready to start looking for answers inside myself.
As I continued to explore life, in 2013, I came across Yuan Qigong and Ren Xue (pronounced "Ren Shue"). I immediately knew I had found what I had been looking for. Without any prior knowledge I begged to be accepted on the teacher training that was about to begin in a few months.
I have been learning and applying this knowledge to my own life ever since.
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Julia
I am a certified Level 2 Ren Xue Yuan Qigong teacher and am qualified to teach Ren Xue at level:
L1. Theory of Qi, Tian Yuan & Di Yuan, Group Qi Healing
L2. Theory of Shen/Consciousness, Ren Yuan & Xia Yuan, Individual Qi Healing
My journey with Ren Xue began in 2020. I found the practice not only elevates oneself, but also positively influences and uplifts those around us.
Throughout the year I will be teaching and co-facilitating various levels of Yuan Qigong classes in Stoke, as well as Nelson’s city centre.
These sessions provide a supportive space to develop practice, deepen awareness and inner calm through gentle, guided practice.
Join us in taking a moment in your week to nourish body, heart, and consciousness.