Do I need any experience to start?
“No. Qigong 101 assumes nothing. If you can stand and breathe, you can begin. The 10-day standing guide is free if you want to try the feel of it first.”
Develop Your Energy
“Online Tai Chi, Qigong and internal energy training from Sifu Dan Ferrera since 2010.”
Questions & answers
How much time does it take?
“15–20 minutes a day is enough to make steady progress. Consistency matters far more than session length.”
Is this Tai Chi or Qigong?
“Mostly Qigong — the energy-cultivation practice that Tai Chi is built on. Tai Chi Ruler Qigong is the bridge between the two. Here’s the difference explained.”
What do I get when I buy a course?
“Instant, lifetime online access to the lesson PDFs and videos, plus the ability to email Sifu Dan directly with questions about your practice.”
What is Develop Your Energy, and how can it benefit my health?
“Develop Your Energy gives you access to training and teaching that was once only available through oral tradition. You can train and cultivate internal energy (Qi) at your own pace, in the privacy of your own home. Over the past decades, Develop Your Energy has successfully trained thousands of students.”
Is there scientific evidence that Qigong works?
“Yes. Randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses show Tai Chi and Qigong improve balance, cognition, sleep, quality of life and chronic pain.”
Are these methods suitable for beginners?
“Yes. These methods are designed to be accessible for complete beginners as well as practitioners looking to deepen their foundation. Each course includes step-by-step progression, with safety considerations built in.”
What is Qi, Chi, or Ki?
“Chi, Qi, and Ki are different words for the same thing: life-force energy, which translates as “breath.” You will often hear the word “gong” or “kung” after these prefixes. Gong (kung) means development, so Qigong (Chi Kung) literally means “developing the life-force energy.” The courses on this site teach you how to build that energy.”
What is Qigong?
“Qigong (pronounced "chee-gung") is a Chinese mind-body practice that combines slow movement, controlled breathing, and focused attention to cultivate and circulate qi — the body's life-force energy. Practised for thousands of years, it is used for health, relaxation, and building internal power. More on what qi is”
What is the difference between Qigong and Tai Chi?
“Qigong is the broader practice of cultivating energy through breath, posture, and simple repeated movements. Tai Chi is a specific martial art built on Qigong principles, using flowing choreographed forms. Qigong is usually easier to learn first because its movements are simpler. Full comparison and which to learn first”
Does Qigong actually work? Is there scientific evidence?
“Yes. Randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses from institutions including Harvard, Mayo Clinic, and journals like JAMA and NEJM show measurable benefits for blood pressure, balance, sleep, anxiety, back pain, and cognition. A 17-study meta-analysis found physical and cognitive gains in older adults. See the research hub”
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