Online Community Practice
Every morning | Online
At different times
Each morning, a small and dedicated group of practitioners comes together online to begin the day with Yuan Qigong practice. It is a simple and powerful way to start the day grounded, connected, and nourished from within. There is something quietly profound about practising together across distance, supporting each other to show up consistently. That consistency creates a momentum that is difficult to replicate alone.
Please note: these are community practice sessions, not classes. There are no teachings. You will need to be familiar with the practices before joining.
(All times NZT)
| Day | Time | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 7:30 am | Squats & Ling Yuan |
| Tue | 8:00 am | Ren Yuan |
| Wed | 7:00 am | Tian Yuan / Di Yuan |
| Thu | 7:00 am | Tian Yuan / Di Yuan |
| Fri | 7:30 am | Xia Yuan |
| Sat | 8:00 am | Ren Yuan |
| Sun | 8:30 am | Tian Yuan to Music |
Online on Zoom
Anyone who is familiar with the practice of the day.
This is a free event :-)
Community Practice Class
Starting Monday, 27th July 2026
In-person | Mondays | 6:30 to 8:00 pm
Each week during Term 3. These sessions will support you in deepening your inner state and nourishing your life at a profound level through Yuan Qigong practices. It is an invitation not only to nourish your Qi, but also to deepen your trust in your inner resources, including your pure heart.
These weekly classes will include the practice of Method 1 (Tian Yuan) and Method 2 (Di Yuan), while placing a greater emphasis on two key areas: deepening our practice through guidance, shared experiences, and practical insights; and fostering a genuine sense of connection, belonging, and mutual support within the group.
We will also continue to cultivate the heart, explore disturbances that affect our inner state and deepen our understanding of life through key Ren Xue theories.
Together, these elements create a supportive, harmonious, and uplifting Qifield that nurtures both our individual and collective growth.
Monday evenings
6:30 to 8 pm | Fairfield House
With Chris, Claire and Anne
These classes are designed for those who have completed our introductory course (see Module 1) or are already familiar with the practice of Tian Yuan and Di Yuan and feel ready to have a regular practice.
Through practice, reflection, and exploration of Ren Xue teachings, participants will deepen their practice within a supportive group Qifield while developing a deeper understanding of themselves and others. The classes also provide an opportunity to enjoy practising together, foster a genuine sense of connection and belonging, and explore practical ways to create positive change in everyday life.
- In-person sessions with 1, 2 or 3 facilitators
- Access to a dedicated online student space with additional resources to support and deepen your understanding.
- Meditations audios
- Support for your weekly practice and questions via a WhatsApp group.
Sliding Scale:
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$15/session – standard contribution.
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$20/session – for those who would like to support our work more fully.
Pay as you go. If finances are still a barrier, please get in touch with us.
The Full Moon Gathering
Sunday 2nd of August in Nelson
Theme of the month: TBD
In-person | Sundays | Monthly
Each month Ren Xue & Yuan Gong teachers from the Nelson area and beyond come together to offer a casual and uplifting monthly gathering around a theme. Come practise with us and enjoy a cuppa and chat as well!
Sunday 2nd August
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Hosted by qualified Ren Xue teachers
Because of lower numbers, and to help take the financial pressure off people attending, Nelson teachers will for the time being be hosting the gatherings in their own homes. We hope this will also create a cosy, warm, and welcoming experience.
For this reason, the location will be shared once you let us know you are coming.
You can contact us through the contact form, reply to the teacher who emailed you, or contact the teacher facilitating the session directly.
We also have a WhatsApp group for the Full Moon gatherings — let us know if you would like to be added.
Ren Xue is a life-enhancing cultivation system consisting of teachings, theories, and practices. This body of knowledge is effectively put into action in one’s own life through Qigong practices called Yuan Gong. During the two-hour session, we have the opportunity to delve deeper into the teachings, guided by the theme of each month—for example, a specific heart quality or a pattern of the consciousness.
These are informal gatherings with qualified teachers taking turns to lead the sessions, and everyone is welcome to contribute whatever they wish to share, regardless of experience. We usually begin by having a catch-up and cuppa, then we build the Qifield, followed by discussion, a short practice of Yuan Gong and/or a healing depending on who is there.
Whether you’ve just attended one Ren Xue/Qigong workshop, or you’re a long-term student or teacher, these Monthly Full Moon Gatherings are a chance to support and inspire each other, and to benefit from each other’s growth. Come for a practice, a chat, and a cup of tea!
It’s also an opportunity for teachers who may not be actively teaching to lead a session, and for people curious about Ren Xue to find out more in a relaxed and welcoming environment. In short, there’s something for everyone! It’s a time and space for us to come together to learn more about ourselves through the Ren Xue teachings, self-reflection, self-observation, and ultimately to grow together in a deeply uplifting way.
We are a group of Ren Xue and Qigong teachers from the Top of the South area who work together to facilitate these Full Moon events, as well as other events during the year. Each Full Moon event is hosted by one or two (or more!) teachers who are there on the day. Location and time may vary depending on who is facilitating the Full Moon Gathering. Contact us to join the Full Moon Gathering WhatsApp group and stay in the loop!