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 Dates and Places for Chow Qigong Training Programs & Events

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OFFICIAL CHOW QIGONG EVENT COORDINATOR LIST
United States
- San Francisco, CALIFORNIA
- Anchorage, ALASKA
- Ashland, OREGON
- Blacksburg, VIRGINIA
- Burlington, VERMONT
- Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Honolulu, HAWAII
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- MARYLAND/WASHINGTON D.C.
- NEW JERSEY
- New York, NEW YORK
- Portland, OREGON
- Pt. Reyes, WASHINGTON
- San Diego, CALIFORNIA
- Spokane, WASHINGTON
Canada
- Ajax, ONTARIO
- Cobourg, ONTARIO
- Courtney, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- London, ONTARIO
- Mahone Bay, NOVA SCOTIA
- Ottawa, ONTARIO
- Stephenville, NEWFOUNDLAND
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Waterloo, ONTARIO
International Healing Meditation
Click here for International Groups Join us for a daily meditation for individual as well as world healing and peace at 12:00 noon your time; it is the time of the heart.
Call East West Academy of Healing Arts at (415) 285-9400 for details.

If you want to start a Chow Qigong group in your area, let us know.
Chow Qigong Introductory Seminar Qigong is a traditional form of Chinese healing for
the body, mind and spirit. Dr. Effie Chow has developed an exciting blend of western health techniques and eastern healing arts to promote
health and provide therapy for chronic conditions such as pain, repetitive strain injuries, strokes. The seminar introduces the theory of Qi-the vital
life force and Chinese word for energy-and helps participants deal with stress and build the immune system.
Chow Qigong Basic
Weekend Seminar Learn about "Qi", energy therapy and an overview
of the Chow Integrated Healing System. Hands-on techniques to relieve muscle tension, pain and headache in this one-day
program. Includes basic exercises to increase energy, scanning for energy balances, visualization and lifestyle suggestions such as positive
mental attitude, posture and breathing Qipressure points are demonstrated to improve energy methods that help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Chow Qigong Intensive Training: Levels
1, 2, 3, and 4 Learn techniques of health assessment using energy concepts; skills in the touch system of
healing including mental process, massage, Qipressure and energy manipulation, relaxation skills. Qigong exercises to boost your own Qi, maximize stamina, wellness and
disease prevention. Learning will be augmented by methods of visualization and meditation especially developed by Master Chow.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
** U N I T E D S T A T E S ** (Note: All Pricing is in US dollars)

-San Francisco, CA-
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Learn skills in Chow Qigong, Chinese Subtle Energy Healing, Tui Nah,
Ahn Moh and other health assessment techniques.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program
Click here for the official flyer
Click here for the registration form
Date: May 9 - 11, 2008 June 13 - 15, 2008 July 18 - 20
, 2008 and August 8 -10, 2008
Location: I-Kuan Tao Foundation
1407 - 1411 Ninth Avenue (at Judah) San Francisco, CA. 94122
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm (Fridays) 9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday)
9:00am - 6:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Cost: (All 4 Weekends / 1 Weekend) Early Bird: $1,990 (Before March 15, 2008) Regular: $2,250 / $600
On-Site: $2,500 / $650
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@gmail.com 415-902-7690
(415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com
BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND EVENT: An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that
help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Click here for the official announcement
Click here for the registration form
Date: TBA
Time: Friday: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Polish Club Hall
3040 22nd Street @ Shotwell San Francisco, CA. 94110 Map/Direction
Price: Early Bird - $195 Regular - $225
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@gmail.com 415-902-7690
(415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com
INTRODUCTORY EVENING / HEALING EVENT: Introduces and demonstrates the theory of Qi—the ancient Chinese energy system for healing and well-being.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Click here for the official announcement
Date: May 9, June 13, July 18, August 8, 2008
Location: I-Kuan Tao Foundation
1407 - 1411 Ninth Avenue (at Judah) San Francisco, CA. 94122
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Cost: $25 donation
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@gmail.com 415-902-7690
(415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 2): Graduates of level 1 continue with more in-depth study of the Chow
System including distance diagnosis, healing, and visioning bio-energy.
TBA
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@comcast.net 415-902-7690
(415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com
QIGONG EXERCISE and MEDITATION CLASS: On-going weekly Qigong exercises and meditation to review and
practice, to deal with everyday stress and promoting health.
Qi by the Bay with Joe Quinn at Gabrielson Park, Downtown Sausalito Saturdays 9:00 am Contact Joe at (415) 602-4544
SF Financial District "FiDi" Qigong Group with Thomas Rutledge at Embarcadero Plaza #3 Embarcadero Center #3, lobby main floor Daily 8:30 am - 9:00 am Contact Thomas at thomas.rutledge@bingham.com
Financial District Chow Qigong T
hursdays @12:30 – 1:30 pm
Embarcadero Plaza, Clay and Drumm
Contact Jolyn at jolyn.parker@bingham.com
New!! In Mill Valley and San Francisco, Weekly Practicum Sessions: Potential clients call EWAHA Ann at 415-902-7690 for details.
Montague Dance & Movement Studio 150 S. 11th Street, Montague, California 96064
First Wednesday of every month Contact Eliana Jantz at jantz@sonic.net
CLINICAL CONSULTATIONS WITH DR. CHOW
East West Academy of Healing Arts 117 Topaz Way San Francisco, CA 94131 Phone: (415) 285-9400 Fax: (415) 647-5745 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com

- Anchorage, AK -

INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Learn skills in Chow Qigong, Chinese Subtle Energy Healing, Tui Nah,
Ahn Moh and other health assessment techniques.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Click here for the official flyer
Click here for the registration form
Date: April 18-20, 2008 May 16-18, 2008
September 12-14, 2008, and October 17 - 19, 2008
Location: Denali Conference Center, Central Peninsula Hospital, Sodotna, Alaska
Time: 9:00am - 8:00pm (Fridays) 9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday)
9:00am - 6:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Cost: (All 3 Weekends / 1 Weekend) Regular: $2,250 / $800
Contact: Debbie Thompson thodebbie@gmail.com 907-278-1070
Kay Lahdenperah 907-243-9502 eastwestqi@aol.com
-Ashland, OR-

BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND EVENT: An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and
meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Price: TBA
Contact: Marcia Benbaugh Tel: (541) 482-8136
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1):
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
Time:
7:00pm - 9:30pm (Fridays) 9:00am - 9:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 6:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Cost: TBA
Contact: Marcia Benbaugh Tel: (541) 482-8136
Clinical consultation with Dr. Effie Chow available by appointments.
-Blacksburg, VA-
INTRODUCTORY & BASIC SEMINAR An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help
participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Dates: February 8, 2008 February 22, 2008
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Location: German Club Alumni Foundation 711 Southgate Dr.
Blacksburg, VA 24060 Map/Directions
Cost: $20 donation
Contact: Coordinator - Teresa Shaw: 540-239-0343, tshaw@vt.edu
Doug Linder: 540-239-0343, lindner@vt.edu
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Click here for the program flyer.
Dates: September 7 - 9, 2007 December 7 - 9, 2007
February 8 -10, 2008 February 22 -24, 2008
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm (Fridays)
9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 6:00pm (Sunday) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Location: German Club Alumni Foundation 711 Southgate Dr.
Blacksburg, VA 24060 Map/Directions
Cost:
Early Bird: $1,990 / $550
Regular: $2,250 / $600 On-Site: $2,500 / $650
Contact: Teresa Shaw 540-239-0343 tshaw@vt.edu
Doug Linder 540-239-0343 linder@vt.edu
QIGONG EXERCISE and MEDITATION CLASS: On-going weekly Qigong exercises and meditation to review and practice, to deal with everyday stress and promoting health.
Click here for the official announcement
Tuesdays from 4:45 pm @ Owens Park Thursdays from 7:00 AM @ Weight Club - Mat Room, University Mall
Sundays from 1:00pm @ 342 Squires, Virginia Tech campus
All classes last approximately one hour
Contact: Doug Lindner, lindner@vt.edu
-Burlington, VT-

INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Learn skills in Chow Qigong, Chinese Subtle Energy Healing, Tui Nah, Ahn Moh and other health assessment techniques.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm (Fridays)
9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 6:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Cost: Past event: official announcement and registration form
Contact: Anne O'Brien aobrien@gmavt.net (802) 656-5818 / (800) 639-3210
INTRODUCTORY EVENING / HEALING EVENT: Introduces and demonstrates the theory of Qi—the ancient Chinese energy system for healing and well-being.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: Anne O'Brien aobrien@gmavt.net (802) 656-5818 / (800) 639-3210
WEEKLY CHOW QIGONG PRACTICE GROUP
Date: Every Tuesday
Location: Richmond Free Library Community room 201 Bridge Street, Richmond, VT 05477 Map/Directions
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost: $10/person
Contact: Anne O'Brien aobrien@gmavt.net (802) 656-5818 / (800) 639-3210

-Chapel Hill, NC-

INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Dates: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Cost: TBD
Contact: Rob O'Brien (919) 929-7582 rwovt@yahoo.com
INTRODUCTORY HEALING EVENT: Introduces and demonstrates the theory of Qi—the ancient Chinese
energy system for healing and well-being.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: Friday - 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Saturday - 9:30am - 4:30pm Sunday - 9:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: TBA
Contact: Rob O'Brien (919) 929-7582 rwovt@yahoo.com
Duffy Gilligan (919) 929-2045 (919) 967-2882 (fax) duffy@duffygilligan.com
 - Chicago, IL -

BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND EVENT: An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and
meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrate methods that help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Date: TBA
Time: Friday - 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Saturday - 9:00am to 4:00pm Sunday - 9:00am to 4:00pm
Location: TBA
Price: TBA
Contact: (847) 404-7858 (415) 285-9400
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Learn skills in Chow Qigong, Chinese Subtle Energy Healing, Tui Nah, Ahn Moh and other health assessment techniques.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm (Fridays)
9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 7:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Cost: TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400
Email: eastwestqi@aol.com

-Honolulu, HI-

INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Dates: TBA
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm (Fridays)
9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 7:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Location: TBA
Cost:
Regular: $2,250 / $600
On-Site: $2,500 / $650
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@gmail.com 415-902-7690
(415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com
BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND EVENT:
An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and
meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Date: March 27, 29, 30, 2008
Time: Thursday: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Healing Event $25. donation
Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: a block from
Kahala Mall (address/phone provided upon registration)
Price: $225./$250. at the door
Personal Consultation: $350/hour
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@gmail.com 415-902-7690
(415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com
-Los Angeles, CA-

Dates: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400
-Maryland/Washington, D.C. USA-

INTRODUCTORY & BASIC SEMINAR An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help
participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Dates: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Cost:* TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Dates: TBA
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm (Fridays)
9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 6:00pm (Sunday) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Location: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400
-New Jersey-

INTRODUCTORY & BASIC SEMINAR An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help
participants take responsibility for their own wellness. Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Dates: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Cost:* TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400 for more information.
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Dates: TBA
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm (Fridays)
9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 6:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Location: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400

-New York-

LIFE-CHANGING HEALING INTRODUCTORY EVENT Learn self empowerment for self healing or for the healing of others.
Dates: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Price: TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400
INTRODUCTORY & BASIC WEEKEND SEMINAR An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help
participants take responsibility for their own wellness. Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Click here for the official announcement
Dates: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Price: TBA
Contact: Sally Bishop @ 212-988-6589
(415) 285-9400 for more information.
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
RN and Acupuncturist CEUs: for an additional $35 each category
Dates: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: Mt. Sinai Medical Center
The Rehabilitation Center 1425 Madison Ave. New York, NY
Cost: TBA
Contact: Sally Bishop @ 212-988-6589
(415) 285-9400 for more information.
QIGONG EXERCISE and MEDITATION CLASS: On-going weekly Qigong exercises and meditation to review and practice, to deal with everyday stress and promoting health.
Date: TBA
Location: Mt. Sinai Medical Center
The Rehabilitation Center New York, NY
Time: 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Cost: TBA
Contact: Sally Bishop @ 212-988-6589
(415) 285-9400 for more information.
Clinical consultation with Dr. Effie Chow available by appointments.

-Portland, OR-

BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND SEMINAR: Dates: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: Vicky Loftus Email: qigong_registration@fastmail.fm Tel: 503-639-9830
INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1):
Dates: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: Vicky Loftus Email: qigong_registration@fastmail.fm Tel: 503-639-9830
Clinical consultation with Dr. Effie Chow available by appointments.

-Pt. Reyes, CA-

ONGOING QIGONG EXERCISE and MEDITATION CLASSES: Dates: Tuesdays
Time: 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Location: Dance Palace Community Center
Corner of Fifth and B Street Point Reyes Station, CA. 94956
Cost: Donation
Contact: Tom Balogh, tfbalo@horizoncable.com

-San Diego, CA-

INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Learn skills in Chow Qigong, Chinese Subtle Energy Healing, Tui Nah,
Ahn Moh and other health assessment techniques.
Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Click here for the official flyer
Click here for the registration form
Date: June 27 - 29, 2008 July 25 - 27, 2008
August 22 - 24, 2008
Location: TBA
Time: 9:00am - 8:00pm (Fridays)
9:00am - 8:00pm (Saturday) 9:00am - 6:00pm (Sundays) plus independent study, lab, clinic, project, readings
Cost: (All 4 Weekends / 1 Weekend) Early Bird: $1,990 / $800 (Before May 27, 2008) Regular: $2,250 / $850
On-Site: $2,500 / $875
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@comcast.net 415-626-2409 (415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com
BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND EVENT: An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that
help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Click here for the official announcement
Click here for the registration form
Date: May 30- June 1, 2008
Time: Friday: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: 1205 Natural Sciences Building (NSB)
Revelle College, UC San Diego La Jolla, CA Map/Directions
Price: Early Bird - $195 (Register by March 19, 2008)
Regular - $225
Contact: Ann Colichidas acolichidas@comcast.net 415-626-2409
(415) 285-9400 Email: eastwestqi@aol.com

-Spokane, WA-

BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND SEMINAR: Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: (415) 285-9400
ONGOING QIGONG EXERCISE and MEDITATION CLASSES: Date: Fridays, 6:00-7:30 PM
Instructor:
Nancy Van Tyne and Brenda Parker
Location: Central Methodist Spokane, WA
Cost: (Call)
Contact: (415) 285-9400
** C A N A D A**
-Ajax, ON Canada-

Contact:Ruth Ann Nicholson. Tel: (905) 683-6853
-Courtney, BC Canada-

Date: Wednesdays
Location: The Studio @ Rosewell Cres.
Time: 7:00am - 8:30am
Contact: Moira Garstin. Tel: (250) 338-5266
Brigette Tetrault, R.Ac., D.T.C.M. at the Courtenay Healing Centre. Tel: (250) 338-2866
-Cobourg, ON Canada-

Contact: Margaret Wrightson. Tel: (905) 372-3175
-London, ON Canada-

Contact: Burton/Hilary Moon. Tel: (519) 438-8648

-Mahone Bay, NS Canada-

Contact: Ruth Ann Nicholson, seafever@eastlink.ca
RR2 Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia B0J 2E0

-Ottawa, ON Canada-

CHOW MEDICAL QIGONG INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 1): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Click here for the official announcement
Dates: TBA
Location: TBA
Time:
Friday 7:00pm - 9:30pm Saturday 9:00am - 9:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pm
Cost: TBA
Contact: Julie Gordon - (613) 728-8571
Dai (613) 237-6630 Dr. Effie Chow - (415) 285-9400
CHOW MEDICAL QIGONG INTENSIVE TRAINING (Level 2): Click here for detail descriptions of the program.
Dates: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Cost: TBA
Contact: Dai, farrenda@cyberus.ca
BASIC QIGONG SKILLS WEEKEND SEMINAR: An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation
are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
Click here for the official announcement
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm (Saturday)
9:00am - 5:00 pm (Sunday)
Cost: TBA
Contact: email: chowqigong@cyberus.ca
ONGOING QIGONG EXERCISE and MEDITATION CLASSES:
Dates: Tuesdays
Time: 9:15am - 10:45am
also
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: McNabb Community Centre
Cost: $7.00
Contact: email: julie.gordon@sympatico.ca
CLINICAL CONSULTATIONS WITH DR. CHOW For an appointment: Contact: email: julie.gordon@sympatico.ca
 -Stephenville, NL Canada-
Chow Qigong in Stephenville, NFL Flyer
Report on Chow Qigong Seminar May 30 - June 1, 2003
Newfoundland Atlantic Chow Qigong August 15-17, 2003
BASIC WEEKEND HEALING EVENT Sponsored by The Atlantic Chow Qigong Committee
An overview of the Chow System where Qigong exercises and meditation
are introduced. Dr. Effie Chow demonstrates methods that help participants take responsibility for their own wellness.
TBA
Contact: Allan MacNeil, chairperson
tel: 709.639.3315 e-mail: pastoral100@hotmail.com
Atlantic Chow Qigong #1: Dates:
Wednesdays
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00pm
Location: Stephenville Building: West Coast Training Center
Cost: $20/month
Contact: Troy Bennett. Tel: (709) 647-3561
atlantic_chowqigong@hotmail.com
Leanda Morris (St.Fintan's Coordinator). Tel: (709) 645-2762 bsgsada@nf.aibn.com
Atlantic Chow Qigong #2: Dates:
Saturdays
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: West Coast Training Center @ Stephenville, Newfoundland
Cost: $20/month
Contact: Troy Bennett. Tel: (709) 647-3561
atlantic_chowqigong@hotmail.com
ONGOING QIGONG EXERCISE and MEDITATION CLASSES: Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time:
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