In France, Qigong is often affectionately called "the gymnastics of happy people." It is a beautiful expression because Qigong is not about strenuous exercise or athletic performance. It is about moving with ease, breathing with awareness, cultivating joyful energy, and feeling truly alive.
Through Qigong movement, meridian tapping, shaking, breathwork, and short standing meditation, we awaken and circulate Qi (vital energy), release tension, improve body awareness, and support nervous system regulation. Flowing movements then build, cultivate, and circulate Qi—our vital life-force energy. Every exercise improves balance, flexibility, coordination, posture, and body awareness while allowing energy to move freely throughout the body.
Our classes are welcoming, interactive, and suitable for all levels. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, each session can be adapted to your own pace and abilities. Integrative Qigong meets you where you are—whether you’re looking to feel more energized, grounded, focused, or simply more connected to your body.
For just four days, the charming Cottage becomes a festive holiday retreat to gather in true Crown & Crumpet Style!
The Chorale Singers with Conductor Francisco Ortiz, will sing the Messiah ~ Part I and the Hallelujah Chorus!
In this fun class, you'll learn foundational paper flower skills such as paper cutting, gluing, crepe shaping and wire wrapping that can be expanded to more varieties of flowers. T