Welcome to Buqi Works
In this website you can read about a healing and self healing practice known as Buqi Therapy. You will also find information about Tai Chi and Taijiwuxigong classes and courses and where to book either Buqi Treatments, or Massage therapy (Buqi Tuina).
Complimentary therapies are much talked about in the media these days. There have been numerous programmes testing the efficacy of different practices. Are people being conned?
If this is not the case and some practices are working, what is actually going on? It is certainly true that huge numbers of people are looking for alternative ways to approach their health and many do find something that works for them. Some people find that through one practice or another their lives are transformed.
Often the effectiveness of a particular treatment is difficult to judge, since many complimentary practitioners are treating people for whom conventional Western treatment is not working. We are rightly concerned about the possible side effects of many of the drugs offered by doctors, particularly in the areas of emotional and mental well-being. People realise that illness starts somewhere and that it makes sense to both aim to find and treat, the root causes of disease, as well as learning the tools for prevention.
Many 'alternative' treatments and practices are Eastern in origin and attract those of us who want a more holistic approach to health and understanding of the psyche. Indeed many treatments are now very much the mainstream and offered by some GP's and outpatient departments. It is undeniable that our approach to health has changed as we have become more able to make informed choices. The way forward is through sharing the knowledge and wisdom of both East and West.
Buqi therapy is, I believe, second to none in creating this cooperation and sharing of knowledge. Developed by Tai Chi Grandmaster and Lama Dr Shen Hongxun, Buqi is a masterly practice. It offers the possibility of both treatment by a trained practitioner and the opportunity to learn a powerful Qigong self healing practice (Taijiwuxigong). Dr Shen has created a starting point for exploring our health and ourselves, through basic physiological understanding. Far from being a reduction of a vast wealth of knowledge, Buqi practice is precise, making many profound concepts accessible to all. This allows beginners to experience benefits quickly. Buqi operates on many levels and offers a unique and exiting way for us to explore mind, body and spirit.
About The Teacher
My name is Sarah. I have been teaching for eight years and studying Tai Chi for sixteen. I would like to talk about how I came to be a Buqi practitioner and Taijiwuxigong instructor.
In 1993, aged 27 I had an operation to remove my thyroid gland. At this time I really didn't know where to turn. I had tried various alternative remedies for my condition but none had helped in any significant way. I felt ill, mentally, emotionally and physically. A friend suggested I try Tai Chi. I didn't know much about it but decided I'd give it a go. I started my study of Tai Chi in Bristol at the Natural Way Tai Chi school, learning Yang style Short form with a well respected teacher of some twenty years standing, Alan Peck. Tai Chi did not offer an immediate, dramatic change to my well being, but it provided me with an anchor. Slowly, over time, the benefits became more and more apparent. Also it was truly fascinating. I studied short form, long form, sword form, push hands, da lu and san sau with Alan, becoming more and more interested in the practice. It wasn't simply the health benefits or the martial arts interest: I found a focus for a more spiritual investigation.
In 1997, I saw a leaflet for a self healing practice called Taijiwuxigong. The teacher was Master Shen Jin, Dr Shen Hongxun's daughter. I decided to go and try it out. I went with an open mind since I knew nothing about it. The weekend was a turning point for me. I found the effects of the exercises extremely powerful and yet simple to practice. Shen Jin was a truly wonderful teacher. The effects lasted long after the course. This was the beginning of my Buqi journey, a journey that is constantly unfolding.
In the past twelve years, with Dr Shen and Shen Jin, I have studied Taiji 37 (Tai Chi standing postures developing internal force), Taijiwuxigong (Spontaneous movement for health and happiness), Wuxi meditation, Taiji Forces, Double Spirit Phenomenon, Ye Jin and Buqi therapy. Included in the Buqi course were various elements comprising, Daoyin therapy (Sound , Lying down, Animal and Dragon daoyin) as well as Diagnosis, Treatment techniques and Clinical practice. After completion of case studies and examination (as well as a course in Adverse Reactions and an extra year's study of Buqi Tuina massage), I qualified as a Buqi therapist. I continue to explore through ongoing study with Dr Shen as well as through some of my own interests including history of religion, philosophy, sociology, psychology, physics, music, Buddhism and Taoism.. I believe however, that as much as I study through reading, the true experience of this practice can only be understood by physically taking part. It is at this point that the theory becomes alive and understanding becomes more than intellectual.
I believe that Buqi is the most complete system I have encountered. I have found that it helps me when dealing with all of life's many ups and down's. My health is dramatically improved, and through its practice, I have found a path to a natural spirituality. I am deeply committed.. I qualified as a Buqi therapist eight years ago. Since receiving permission to teach Taijwuxigong, I run both weekly classes and weekend courses. I have worked with drug addiction (Barleywood house treatment centre), the elderly, teenagers, Bristol Mind, and of course all my fantastic regular students. I really enjoy teaching, not only because I have the chance to introduce people to this impeccable practice, but also, the opportunity to learn greater patience and compassion, through the many different interactions teaching brings.
I have been greatly blessed with all my teachers and thank them with all my heart.