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QIGONG FOR BEGINNERS
A self-paced video course that gives you the foundation to practice qigong with confidence — and actually feel it working in your body.
Most people start qigong and wonder if they’re doing it right.
The movements look simple enough. But after a few sessions, the questions start.
Am I breathing correctly? Does visualization actually matter? What am I supposed to feel?
Without understanding the principles behind the practice, you’re essentially going through the motions. And going through the motions produces limited results.
Qigong works — deeply, consistently, and over time. But it works best when you understand what you’re doing and why.
That’s what this course gives you.
QIGONG FOR BEGINNERS
A short video course that teaches you the elements of a complete qigong practice — one at a time, in depth.
Each lesson covers one component of the practice with enough explanation that it actually makes sense, plus a short exercise to experience it in your body before moving on.
By the end, you won’t just be moving through a sequence. You’ll understand what each element does, why it matters, and how to bring your full attention to it.
That’s the difference between a practice and a ritual.
Includes:
- 10 in-depth video lessons covering the key elements of a complete qigong practice
- A full 25-minute practice that brings everything together
- A short 12-minute practice — perfect for mornings or before bed
These lessons cover
- How qigong works to smooth the flow of energy in and around your body—and why that matters for how you feel
- What energy blockages actually are and how qigong clears them
- The Energy Breathing technique—one of the most immediately calming things that you can do for your nervous system
- How to use visualization in your practice, even if you don’t consider yourself a visual person
- How to activate and open your energy channels at the start of practice
- The Moving of Yin/Yang and the Breathing of the Universe—taught in depth so you know exactly what you’re doing
- How to close your practice properly and direct the energy you’ve generated
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“I was feeling frightened, frustrated, and confused after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer and struggling with menopause symptoms.
After one week of practicing qigong with Sue, I was feeling better and was less irritable and overwhelmed.
I noticed that I felt more peaceful, relaxed, tolerant, and loving.
I resonate with Sue’s teachings. [My Qigong] practice has helped me make big changes in my life and in my career.”
– Janet W.
“The number one thing I’ve gained from my Qigong practice with Sue is a better mindset.
I feel less reactive and try to understand more of where people are coming from.
I feel more free to be myself, more connected to the universe as a whole, and more capable of letting go of things/people that no longer serve my higher good.
Finally, I feel more connected to my body and more confident that I can move it and I can heal it.”
– Sara S.
“When I started Qigong, I was in constant pain from arthritis, neuropathy & osteo/skeletal degeneration.
I suffered from severe anxiety & hopelessness. I couldn’t walk my dogs. Some days I couldn’t get out of bed.
Now I can walk several miles a day without pain. I even go for hikes.
As long as I maintain my Qigong practice, I am relatively pain free, no longer anxious and free of despair.
– Lynn T.
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Hi, I’m Sue Crites!
I’m a qigong instructor and wellness guide based in Northern Alberta, Canada. I’ve been teaching qigong since 2014 and practicing for over fifteen years.
Before this, I spent years as a research scientist — I hold an MSc. in botany and forest ecology, and I trained as a holistic nutritionist. That background shapes how I teach. I want to know why things work, not just that they do. And I want to be able to explain it to you clearly.
I came to qigong through chronic pain, and what kept me was the results — in my body, my sleep, my ability to handle stress, and my relationship with aging. My own practice has been central to navigating osteoporosis, loss, and the ongoing project of staying well in a body that’s getting older.
I’ve also trained extensively in Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, Five Elements, and energy healing. The movements in this course draw from the Spring Forest Qigong tradition, which informed my foundational training.
If you’ve been drawn to qigong but aren’t sure you’re practicing it correctly — this is where to start.
What Students Say:
Questions I hear most often—
What is Qigong?
Qigong is a movement practice originating in ancient China, over 5,000 years ago. Qi means life force or vitality; gong means to work or to cultivate. When you practice qigong, you’re moving and strengthening your life force — clearing stuck energy in your physical body, your mind, your emotions, and your spirit. This qi runs through channels in the body called meridians. When the qi flows freely, you feel well. When it gets stuck, symptoms follow.
What tradition does this course draw from?
The movements in this course are rooted in the Spring Forest Qigong tradition, which is where I received my foundational instructor training. Spring Forest Qigong draws on thousands of years of qigong lineage and presents it in a form that’s accessible and deeply effective. I now teach from a broader range of qigong and Taoist traditions, but these foundational movements remain central to my practice and teaching.
Is this really for beginners?
Yes. This course assumes no prior experience with qigong. Each element is taught from the ground up with enough explanation to make sense of what you’re doing before you do it.
Is this safe for me?
Qigong is gentle and suitable for most people. The movements in this course can be practiced standing, seated, or lying down. As with any movement practice, consult your healthcare provider if you have specific concerns.
What’s the difference between this course and the energy in motion community?
This course is self-paced and focused specifically on building your foundational understanding. Energy in Motion is a weekly live membership community — ongoing classes, seasonal programming, community connection. Many EIM members started here first.
I've been practicing qigong for a while — is this still useful?
Possibly. If you learned by watching and repeating without much explanation of the underlying principles, this course may fill in significant gaps. Many experienced practitioners find that revisiting the foundations changes their practice considerably.
Infuse your practice with intention.
QIGONG FOR BEGINNERS
- 10 in-depth video lessons on the elements of a complete qigong practice
- A full 25-minute practice
- A short 12-minute practice
- Instant, lifetime access
$97