TEACHER TRAINING CERTIFICATION
LIVE IMMERSION
MODULE 1: QIGONG FUNDAMENTALS
WITH MARISA CRANFILL
MAY 30 - JUNE 9, 2024
at ELOHEE retreat center in northern GEORGIA, USA
BECOME A CERTIFIED QIGONG INSTRUCTOR IN a north georgian SPIRITUAL SANCTUARY
Join Marisa Cranfill and the YOQI team for a life-changing 10-days in the majestic mountains of Georgia. Learn how to connect to nature in nature. The YOQI Module 1 Training Program is an in-depth study into the practice of Qigong, Taoist Pranayama and meditation based on the YOQI yoga + qigong system. Included in the course are exercises, theoretical lectures and tools for self-healing, stress reduction, energy enhancement, emotional balance and spiritual insight. The program uses the Six Energetic Phases of Qi Flow, a method designed to train you how to effectively sense, feel, transform and work with qi (life force energy/prana) and teach others how to do the same. In one phrase, this program teaches you the theory and practice of Energy Medicine.
While the atmosphere is one of relaxation and nourishment, this is an accredited training program meant to cultivate discipline, will power and refine your skills to practice and teach qigong. Each day of the retreat will begin with an active morning YOQI Qigong Flow class followed by a silent meditation. Morning practice will focus on yoga + qigong purging exercises and dantian qigong. Lectures are accompanied by experiential learning techniques and the daily afternoon sessions are structured as workshops with interactive groups and adjustments. Mid-way through the week, we will take a half day off for integration, reflection and/or an excursion of your choice. To support your training, a buffet of healthy organic meals will be provided. In between sessions enjoy social time with fellow students, relax at the teahouse, trek to the waterfall, or simply put your feet up and bask in the pure air of the forest. Selected evenings will have optional events such as dance and other shared activities.
You will be provided with a YOQI Training manual and bean bag. In addition to training materials, it is mandatory to follow the YOQI M1 On-Line Video Course as a preparation and follow up review to the live immersion. The On-Line Course is a valuable resource to ensure that you have access to all of the training information to review even after the 9 day immersion has ended.
ABOUT ELOHEE RETREAT CENTER
The habitat, Elohee Retreat Center, is a resort run exclusively for healing, wellness and spiritual cultivation. YOQI has rented the main area exclusively for our retreat! Elohee sits high above the morning mist on top of Bald Mountain. Boasting 360 panoramic views over an expansive North Georgia mountain range, this exquisite location is ideal. Each cottage has 6 rooms – 4 single rooms and 2 double rooms. The cottages line the gravel path that runs like a silver thread from the dining hall to the Spa & Gift Shoppe. The Tea House is open 24 hours to all groups and is an easy 5-minute walk from any cottage.
Nourishing and healthy food is served in the dining hall and outdoor hillside patio during all retreats. Elohee is also able to accommodate most dietary restrictions. A short hike down the steps from the patio takes you to the pool where the cold mountain water collects and feeds the stream. A longer hike up the steps from the patio and on winding forest paths take you to Bald Mountain.
CERTIFICATION: The Live immersion counts as 50 hours credits in your training hours log. To become a certified ‘100 hour-YOQI Qigong Associate Instructor’ you must complete the 9 or 10 day live immersion and turn in the Introduction Series assignment questions. Upon completion of the 9-day YOQI Live Immersion Training with completion of the assignment questions you will receive a YOQI Qigong Associate Instructor Certificate that certifies you to teach YOQI Qigong Fundamentals curriculum and join our international instructor search page on the YOQI website. If you do not complete the assignments and hours before the immersion due to time constraint you have 1 month post immersion to complete the assignment. Once you complete them we will email a digital Associate Instructor Certificate to you or hard copy by mail if requested. To become a ‘Certified YOQI Qigong Flow Instructor’, it is necessary to complete the Live Immersion, the complete 200 hour Online Training Course and make 1 home video presentation.
YOQI QIGONG FLOW - 200 hour CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
To become a Certified Instructor of YOQI Qigong Flow one must complete the Module 1 Qigong Fundamentals Online Course and participate in the 50 Hour Module 1 live Immersion training. Included in the course material are mandatory assignment questions, exercises and a final home video class presentation. During the live immersion you will have the opportunity to teach in groups daily with the guidance of YOQI Senior Instructors.
YOQI QIGONG FLOW - 100 hour ASSOCIATE INSTRUCTOR
A YOQI Associate Instructor Certification is designed for those who wish to start teaching Qigong Flow right away and continue on with the Online Course to become a Certified Instructor. It is not meant to be used without a continuation to complete the full Online Course. To become a YOQI Qigong Associate Instructor you must complete a 50 Hour Module 1 Live Immersion, and answer the Online Introduction Series assignment questions and log 100 practice hours. Upon completion of the 9 day YOQI Live Immersion Training and completion of the reflection questions you will receive a ‘YOQI Qigong Associate Instructor Certificate’ that certifies you to teach YOQI Qigong Flow curriculum and join our international instructor search page on the YOQI website.
ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Ten nights’ accommodation
Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner
Morning and afternoon Qigong classes each day taught by Marisa Cranfill & Pavel Bahushevich
Extensive lectures, hands on training, adjustments and Q&A discussions
Training materials (workbook/Bean Bag)
Use of yoga mats and props
Certificate (YOQI Yoga+Qigong Associate Instructor)
Full access to Elohee Facilities
Mid week Half Day off for R&R
Group bonfire night
RESORT FACILITIES
Swimming Pool, Gardens and pond
hiking trails and waterfall
Our private Qigong/Yoga training room
Teahouse
NOT INCLUDED:
International and/or domestic travel to/from Elohee
Travel insurance
Airport pickup (can be arranged)
Excursions
Massage and reiki sessions
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
07:00 – 08:00: Morning Qigong Practice & Meditation
08:00 – 9:00: Breakfast-Brunch 10:00 – 12:30: Lecture Series
12:30 – 15:00: Lunch Break
15:00 – 17:30: Lecture & Practice
17:30 – 18:30: Workshop- Qigong Training
18:30 – 19:00: Dinner & Rest (optional evening events)
MAY 30th ARRIVAL DAY- Evening Orientation 5:30-7:00, check in is 2:00 pm
JUNE 9th CHECK OUT DAY- Morning Closing ceremony ends at 9:30am, check out is 12:00
Extra Information
*Arrival time is 3-4 pm on Retreat start day. Any late arrivals need to be communicated to info@elohee.org
* Departure is from 1-2 pm on Retreat end date
* Quiet time property wide begins at 10:30 pm
* Meal service begins with Dinner on Retreat start date and ends with Lunch on Retreat end date
* Mealtimes: Breakfast 8-9 am, Lunch 12-1 pm, Dinner 6-7 pm
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INSTRUCTORS
MARISA CRANFILL
Marisa Cranfill is the founder of YOQI yoga+qigong. Frequent trips as a child inspired Marisa to study academically and work in Asia for over 15 years. While living in China and Thailand she received direct transmission from qigong masters, nuns and healers in both the Buddhist and Taoist traditions. Marisa developed the YOQI Yoga + Qigong method over years of teaching yoga and qigong at meditation retreats with her master, Ajarn Jandamit. She found that both practices contained key principles and techniques that enhanced the student’s stamina and sensitivity to energy during the long-seated meditation sessions. The routines reduced physical pain and gave them more focus and quality of awareness. This became the catalyst to extract a clear and effective program of mindful movement, accessible to everyone, that maintains the integrity of the ancient yoga and qigong traditions. Marisa formally trained and is certified to teach with blessings from masters of two lineages of qigong: Universal Healing Tao (Master Mantak Chia) and Dan Ming (Master Robert Peng). One of the largest influences on YOQI comes from Yin Yoga training with Paul and Suzee Grilley.
Marisa has been described as a generous and light-hearted teacher who guides her students through direct experience. A global citizen at heart, she speaks Spanish, Italian, Thai, Chinese and English, teaches around the world and offers free videos on the popular YOQI You Tube channel. She currently divides her time between Bangkok, San Diego and Panama.
PAVEL BAHUSHEVICH
Pavel Bahushevich started practicing qigong eighteen years ago. During this time he also studied meditation, yoga, sufi practices and modern techniques to work with energy. But spiritual practices were more like a hobby until he seriously injured his spine and wasn’t able to walk or sit for three months. After choosing not to go through with the operation that required fixing his spine with metal bars, he focused on qigong healing methods to heal himself. After successfully curing his spine through qigong he went on to become a certified Universal Healing Tao Instructor specializing in Iron Shirt, Tao Yin and Healing Love practices. He also has trained in medical qigong theory and form with Master Tan.
REFUNDS AND CANCELLATION POLICY
The price less 15% bank charges and booking fee ($100) is refundable until March 15, 2023. In case of cancellation, you may transfer your deposit or your reservation to another person as long as you notify us with 30+ days’ notice. In case of cancellation due to natural disaster, pandemic, or unforeseen circumstances on behalf of organizers you will receive a full refund of all funds. Due to arrangements made with our vacation hosts, there can be no exceptions to this policy. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance in case you need to cancel your trip and/or flights.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
We recommend that you purchase travel insurance in case you need to cancel your trip and/or flights. Please note that travel insurance may need to be purchased within a limited window of reserving your trip or purchasing airline tickets. Please check with your travel agent for details as terms and conditions vary between countries and agencies.