You will learn Yi Ren Medical Qigong practices for activating and cultivating the internal organ energy pathways, such as the heart and small intestine energy pathway, and the kidney and bladder energy pathway. The development of these pathways is necessary for greater coherent communication within the body at the Qi-subtle energy level. In addition, you will explore five-element and meridian theories of Qigong therapy.  You  will also gain an experiential understanding of the functions of the internal organs at the Qi-subtle energy level, as well as the relationships between emotions and their corresponding internal organs.

Upon completion of the course you will be able to:

• Explain five-element theory and the meridian theory of Qigong therapy
• Demonstrate Yi Ren Medical Qigong methods for cultivating heart and small intestine energy pathways, liver and gall-bladder energy pathways, lungs and large intestine energy pathways, and kidneys and urinary bladder energy pathways
• Demonstrate Yi Ren Medical Qigong methods for cultivating stomach and pancreas energy pathways, and lymphatic and reproductive system energy pathways
• Demonstrate internal organ balance and harmony exercises
• Explain the theory and principles for energetic and emotional management

This class is part of a non-credit program offered by Bastyr’s Continuing Education Department. To read about the program course sequence, program requirements and fees, just click on the Program Flier PDF.

Guan-Cheng Sun, PhD, is the core instructor of the program. He is the developer of Yi Ren Medical Qigong and founder of the Institute of Qigong & Integrative Medicine in Seattle. Dr. Sun earned his PhD in molecular genetics from the Graduate University for Advanced Studies in Japan in 1993.

Dr. Sun is also a Qigong teacher with over 35 years of practice in a program which he began learning at the age of nine from his grand-uncle in China.  Dr. Sun's Yi Ren system of medical Qigong allows a person to develop internal energy right away, so that one’s own internal energy system activation and cultivation promotes the prevention and healing of chronic illnesses. Dr. Sun’s understanding of modern molecular genetics and scientific principles, as well as his experience with internal energy cultivation, allows him to create a unique bridge between cultures. 

One of Dr. Sun’s contributions as a Qigong therapist and instructor is his ability to communicate with individuals at the subtle energy level and to transmit healing energy to others. He has developed specific Qigong healing methods for Type 2 diabetes, chronic lower back pain, arthritis, and other common health concerns. 

Dr. Sun is currently engaged in mind-body medicine and energy medicine research at Bastyr University, as well as teaching Qigong academic classes at the university. He is also the author of Yi Ren Medical Qigong - A Guide to a Better-Functioning Body and a Peaceful Mind, and Yi Ren Medical Qigong Manuals I, II, III, IV, V and VI.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs, PDAs, CMEs, CPEUs):

CEUs available for NDs (except CA & OR)
CEUs available for marriage & family therapists, mental health counselors, and social workers licensed in WA
CEUs available for LMPs licensed in WA
CEUs available for physical & occupational therapists licensed in WA
NCBTMB CEs available for LMPs
CEUs available for ARNPs and RNs licensed in WA
CEUs available for DCs licensed in WA
Category II CMEs available for MDs and PAs licensed in WA
NCCAOM PDA points approved for LAc’s
CEUs approved for LAc’s licensed in CA

Course notes:
Receive a discount, register by 12/28
One hour lunch break – Bring a sack lunch or eat in Bastyr’s dining commons
Wear comfortable clothing for qigong practice

There is one required Manual and DVD set: Yi Ren Medical Qigong-Level II, by Guan-Cheng Sun & Jill Gonet ($25 payable in check or exact cash to instructor on first day of class).