Dates and  Places for Chow Qigong Training Programs & Events Expand your career or develop a new one. You can learn a viable skill that will help many people, even those who many have been told that there's no hope for their situation. Also this will be a great professional opportunity. Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) is one of the fastest growing professions and industry. 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: