Qigong research, starting this year!

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In 2026, I will begin my scientific research into how practising Qigong benefits mental health and can lead to individuation and self-development. 

As there are currently no grants available, I will finance my research by teaching Qigong, mainly on a donation basis, in order to make Qigong accessible to everyone. 

All your donations and shop sales will go towards funding the research. All income from myQigong classes will be used to fund this research.

You can support my research by buying me a cup of tea, a book or buy one of my classes.




To be continued .......


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