What is Qigong?
Qigong is a gentle system of therapeutic exercise that connects the brain and body and releases tension, stress, and pain at the cellular neurological level. It is a wellness treatment within the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Qigong combines a variety of tools used by other modalities like yoga, meditation, and physical therapy to create a holistic and powerful synergy that is more powerful than the sum of its parts.
Marianne Ek
Certified Qigong Instructor
Certificated by
Nick Loffree
Qigong has been a powerful wellness force in my life since 2018. During the pandemic, I deepened my practice and it really helped my overall vitality during that time.
The practice of Qigong is wonderful
for longevity and general wellbeing.
It is the cultivation of your all-important life force energy with qi meaning "energy" and gong meaning "cultivation" or "work"
with that energy!
Recently, I completed a 100 hour training for Teacher Certification in May of 2025, with Nick Loffree.
I have been teaching classes since June of 2025 and would be honored to have you join me on this wellness journey. I am a retired teacher with a career in LMSV for 38 years, a mom, wife, and a grandparent!
Classes are currently offered on a drop-in/donation basis. Please register to participate by submitting your contact information below. This will ensure that you are up to date on any outgoing communication or schedule adjustments. Also, you will notice a waiver link below. Please complete it before attending class. Thank you and I look forward to working on creating a healthy energy flow with you!
Benefits of Qigong
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Reduced stress and anxiety
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Improved balance and flexibility
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Improved mobility
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Improved strength
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Boosted immune function
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Enhanced vitality, energy and inner peace
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Gentle support for overall wellness
A Class Includes:
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Silk Reeling (joint mobility/hydration)
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Total Body Stretching and Mobility
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Clearing Exercises
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Strength Standing Postures
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Flows
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Energy Flow Meditation
Benefits of Qigong
Please consider your first class donation free! Donations for attending classes help to cover continued training for an enhanced experience for you, park permits, licensing, and insurance, and communication costs so thank you for your support.
Classes will be held at La Mesita Park. Please see the schedule and address below and please check back with this website often for updates.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me by text or email:
Marianne Ek
Email:
qigongvitalitywithmarianne@gmail.com
Phone:
619-750-0319
Website:
QigongVitality-Marianne.com
Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat. Hope to see you soon!
La Mesita Park
(on grassy area closest to Dallas St.)
8855 Dallas St.
La Mesa, CA 91942
The first set of classes will run from 10/22 to 12/5.
Below are the dates and times:
10/22- 4:00, 10/24-9:00
10/29- 4:00, 10/31-9:00
11/5-4:00, 11/7-9:00
11/12-4:00, 11/14-9:00
11/19-3:00, 11/21-9:00 (Please notice time change on 11/19)
11/26-no class, 11/28-9:00
12/3-4:00, 12/5-9:00
Classes will run 50 min. to an hour.
Contact Registration Form
Donations for classes attended can be made through cash, checks, or Venmo. Thank you!
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Just scan the QR code below!
Marianne Ek
Tel: 619-750-0319
qigongvitalitywithmarianne@gmail.com
Recap of Steps to Participate:
1. Submit Contact Information with the white form above.
2. Complete Waiver Form through link below.
3. Note time, date, and location of classes.
4. Show up and have fun!
5. Contact me with any questions at all!
Please complete the online waiver before attending class,
by clicking to the link below
or clicking the box below.
https://form.jotform.com/252165511350043