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Hard Qi Gong

There will be a new course starting Saturday 10th January 2026 — to enquire or register interest email support@taijicircle.com

This unique and intensive course (originating from Tibet) is known as ‘Ying Qi Gong’ or ‘Steel Jacket’ training. It runs over a period of 3 months (100 days) and consists of an initial series of intensive workshops in the first week followed by daily self-practice, and culminating in a 24 hour ‘closing’ session involving one to one acupressure treatment timed against the meridian clock.

Eligibility

This is a level one foundation course and is suitable for all adults (18–65) in good mental and physical health, who are able to commit the time to daily practice and adhere to strict lifestyle restrictions.

Course Structure

Subject to compulsory attendance of the workshops in London at the beginning and end, the course can be completed remotely with periodic consultation via Zoom.

How to Apply

Please note this is a specialist course with limited places and enrolment may be subject to interview. To inquire, please email support@taijicircle.com

Collage of vintage photos showing hard qi gong feats including stones on body
Vintage photo of two men demonstrating steel jacket training with chain
Shifu Liu in purple silk uniform performing a low stance outdoors
Shifu Liu practising on a mountain at sunset